Director of Safety

Consolidated Communications • Full-time • Remote (US) • $95.49k - $144.60k / year • 3m ago

Major Duties

Classification: Exempt / Non-Bargaining

Position may be located remote. #LI-Remote

Fidium is where next-generation fiber meets next-level opportunity. With a vision to be America’s favorite fiber internet and network services provider, we deliver lightning-fast and reliable connections to families, businesses, and communities.

Backed by one of the nation’s top 10 fiber networks, Fidium is driven by a team of 2,500 employees. We champion innovation, integrity, and continuous improvement—empowering every team member to make a meaningful impact.

The Director of Safety plays a critical leadership role in shaping and driving the safety culture at Fidium, ensuring alignment between corporate safety strategy, regulatory requirements, and day-to-day operational needs. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of occupational health and safety, leading a geographically dispersed team, and fostering a proactive, prevention-focused safety environment.

This is a predominantly remote position, ideally within a commutable distance to the Northern New England (NNE) region.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute comprehensive safety and occupational health strategies that align with Fidium’s operational goals and regulatory standards.
Program Management: Plan and implement safety programs and initiatives that drive measurable improvements in safety performance across all business units.
Team Development: Lead, train, and mentor a team of safety professionals; assess performance and support career development.
Incident Response & Investigation: Oversee the investigation of serious incidents, ensuring root cause analysis, regulatory reporting, and effective corrective actions.
Compliance & Risk Mitigation: Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and other applicable safety regulations; identify and mitigate safety risks across the enterprise.
Safety Culture & Accountability: Build and maintain a culture of safety accountability through engagement, education, and consistent performance expectations at all organizational levels.
Contractor and Subcontractor Safety Compliance: Critical in to ensure all parties adhere to safety standards.
Emergency & Disaster Preparedness: Develop and oversee emergency response plans tailored to geographic-specific risks.
Data & Reporting: Analyze safety performance data, identify trends, and present insights and recommendations to executive leadership.
Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Champion innovation in safety technologies, processes, and practices to reduce incidents and improve employee wellbeing.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with operational leadership, HR, legal, and other departments to integrate safety into all business functions.
Budget & Resource Management: Provide input into departmental budgets, manage resources effectively, and track key performance indicators.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Minimum 10 years of progressive safety leadership experience, including 5+ years in a senior or managerial capacity.
Industry Expertise:
- Experience in telecommunications, internet services, utilities, or similarly complex, multi-site environments is strongly preferred.
Labor Environment Experience:
- Proven success working in both union and non-union environments, with an understanding of the nuances of labor relations as they relate to safety and compliance.
Leadership & Influence:
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence safety performance across field and executive levels.
Technical Knowledge:
- Deep knowledge of safety regulations (e.g., OSHA, DOT), risk management principles, and incident investigation techniques.
Communication:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to convey complex concepts clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
Results Orientation:
- Demonstrated success in driving measurable safety improvements and building a high-performing, safety-first culture.

Benefits Offered

We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package:

401(k) matching
Medical, Rx, Dental and Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid vacation and personal days
Paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Annual bonus program to eligible employee's based upon organization performance

Salary

Pay range (commensurate with skills and experience): $95,492 – $144,602

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, familial status, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.