Regional HSE Director - Savannah, GA

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$95,000 - $150,000

Reporting to the VP of HSE, the Regional HSE Director will develop, coordinate, and implement occupational health policies and procedures to promote and ensure effective safety strategies within their respective teams within the organization.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Lead safety mission, vision, and culture within the organizational locations within the division.
• Provide recommendations and advises the company Vice President of Safety with developing and implementing solutions to mitigate safety hazards and conditions.
• Partner collaboratively with leaders in each location generating progressive cultural evolution and provide leadership in training our leaders in determining root cause analysis and corrective actions during investigations of safety incidents.
• Responsible for developing and implementing safety procedures and programs to drive results.
• Develop and cultivate local Safety team in reducing employee risk by planning and executing safety strategies. Promote a behavioral based safety environment.
• Collaborate with management to develop, prepare, and implement safety training, policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, codes, and rules.
• Ensure completion of required OSHA recordkeeping and reporting.
• Develop, communicate, and maintain the Business Continuity Plan (BCP) and Emergency Action Plans (EAP) for assigned locations.
• Facilitate and provides technical and administrative support to safety committees, subcommittees and working groups.
• Identify opportunities to minimize workplace injuries, accidents, and health challenges.
• Conduct and facilitate employee training on applicable safety standards.
• Review safety training and recommend revisions, improvements, and updates.
• Conduct management/leadership site safety inspections and audits to assess employee compliance with safety regulations.
• Work along Safety Managers and operational teams through incident reporting and corrective actions.
• Ensure that clerical staff maintain the OSHA safety log and other administrative requirements related to safety operations and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned that are in line with corporate directives.

• Bachelor's degree in health, Safety Engineering, Environmental Health, or related field preferred. Extensive experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Professional safety certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Occupational Hygiene and Safety Technician (OHST) or equivalent is preferred.
• At least eight (8) years of occupational health and safety experience in an industrial environment required.
• Extensive knowledge of current company safety policies and applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to conduct training.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Risk Management Software platforms.

Work environment:

• Requires 60% travel throughout locations as required to demonstrate safety leadership engagement.
• Will be required to be on-call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on an as needed basis.
• May be required to travel domestically or internationally.
• The above responsibilities document the major levels and scope work expected of the incumbent. They are not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. The incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

SSA Pacific is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Eligible employees (and their families) may qualify for medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as having basic life and accidental death insurance, paid disability insurance, including paid parental leave if eligible, and an Employee Assistance Program. Employees will receive paid sick and vacation time, and company holidays if eligible. The company also offers paid bereavement leave, and paid jury duty. Eligible employees can enroll in our company's 401k plan, as well as a retirement plan. Employees will be eligible for discretionary and/or metric-based bonuses dependent on their position.