Director, Safety Consulting and Operations

SUMMARY

Providence seeks an experienced Certified Safety Professional (CSP) to build, lead, and scale our Safety Consulting practice while owning Providence’s internal safety programs. This leader will be equally comfortable in front of clients and on the plant floor, able to sell, design, and deliver high-value safety services, and to develop a high‑performing team that executes inspections, audits, turnaround/shutdown support, program development, training, and incident investigations for our industrial clients.

Internally, this role will be the accountable owner for Providence’s safety governance, compliance, and culture.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related program strongly preferred.

• CSP strongly preferred (Board of Certified Safety Professionals).

• 10–15 years in industrial safety/EHS with progressive leadership responsibility; proven track record building or scaling a safety program or consulting practice.

• Strong command of OSHA standards (29 CFR, ANSI/API applicable practices, PSM/RMP awareness, contractor management systems, incident investigation, and field execution disciplines.

• Demonstrated ability to sell and grow work; translate client needs into scoped solutions and profitable delivery.

• Persuasive communicator, credible with frontline craft and plant leadership alike; able to set direction and hold teams accountable.

• Willingness to travel to client sites.

• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain an insurable driving record.

ATTRIBUTES

• Visionary Leadership – Ability to set a clear safety vision aligned with Providence’s ESOP culture and growth strategy. Inspire teams and clients to embrace safety as a core value.

• Business Development Acumen – Proven capability to sell consulting services, build client relationships, and drive revenue growth while maintaining compliance and quality.

• Team Builder & Mentor – Skilled in recruiting, coaching, and developing a high‑performing safety team; fosters collaboration across Environmental and Engineering groups.

• Change Management Expertise – Comfortable leading cultural shifts toward integrated EHS solutions; adaptable to evolving regulations and client needs.

• Integrity & Accountability – Demonstrates honesty, consistency, and personal responsibility—critical for ESOP ownership culture.

• Communication & Influence – Exceptional ability to engage stakeholders at all levels, from craft workers to executives; promotes open dialogue on safety.

• Adaptability & Continuous Learning – Stays current with regulations, technologies, and best practices; embraces innovation in safety solutions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop a Safety Consulting strategy and 3‑year growth/business plan; define service lines (e.g., program audits, PSM support, contractor management, industrial hygiene, training, turnaround/shutdown safety management, permit‑to‑work systems, confined space & LOTO).

• Work with internal business development to cultivate relationships at industrial sites. Write proposals; lead or support pricing; close work; meet revenue and margin targets.

• Staff and lead multi‑disciplinary project teams; plan resources across field safety, IH, and environmental staff to deliver integrated EHS outcomes.

• Work with internal marketing staff to establish a narrative for Providence EHS services: case studies, thought leadership, conference speaking, and client education.

• Serve as the accountable owner for Providence’s Safety Management System, policies, and procedures; maintain and improve internal programs, training matrices, and compliance calendars.

• Monitor regulatory compliance; lead inspections, hazard assessments, incident investigations (root cause), and corrective action tracking.

• Coordinate job hazard analyses (JHAs), field safety plans, and permit‑to‑work for Providence personnel at client sites; ensure readiness for turnarounds/shutdowns and higher‑risk operations.

• Manage company safety metrics (TRIR, near misses), publish dashboards, and brief leadership; drive culture initiatives that elevate safe work behaviors.

• Oversee contractor/subcontractor safety…