Director Of Safety

Position: DIRECTOR OF SAFETY

M&D Mechanical Contractors, Inc. is seeking an experienced and proactive Director of Safety to lead the organization’s safety initiatives and ensure a culture of safety excellence across all projects. The Director of Safety will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring comprehensive safety programs that align with OSHA standards, the industry’s best practices, and company objectives. This leadership role requires close collaboration with all departments to foster a proactive safety culture, mitigate risks, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Qualification

Standards:

• Minimum of 5-7 years of construction safety experience, preferably in mechanical contracting.
• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, Environmental Health, or related field (preferred).
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification (required); OSHA 500 Certification (preferred).
• CPR/First Aid certified.
• Experience with hazard analysis, accident prevention, and safety inspections.
• Strong working knowledge of Workers' Compensation and applicable safety regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to travel to project sites as needed.
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• Must be able to pass Drug Test and FBI Background Check.

Mental Involvement:

Employee may be required to do the following:

• Set procedures and standards.
• Apply basic mathematical skills.
• Planning work and selecting proper tools.
• Comparing and understanding differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures, and objects.
• Picturing and evaluating solid objects from drawings or diagrams using standards that can be measured or checked.
• Follow oral and/or written directions, plans and blueprints;
  Reading, writing and the ability to recognize and report safety hazards.

Physical Involvement:

• Ability to climb ladders and scaffolds, work at various heights, and access construction sites.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling and crouching.
• Exposure to varying climatic and environmental conditions at job sites.

Job

Specific Duties & Requirements:
Safety Policy Development:

• Establish and maintain company-wide safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure policies are compliant with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Continuously evaluate and improve safety programs based on emerging trends and regulatory changes.
• Conduct organization-wide risk assessments to identify potential hazards.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Oversee the selection and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and engineering controls.

Training & Compliance:

• Lead OSHA training programs, including OSHA 500 and 10/30-hour certifications.
• Develop and implement site-specific safety programs.
• Ensure ongoing employee compliance with safety training requirements.
• Provide CPR/First Aid training as required.
• Act as the primary point of contact for injury, illness, and accident reporting.
• Lead thorough investigations of incidents, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
• Track and report safety metrics, such as Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) and Near Miss frequency.

Site Inspections & Audits:

• Conduct regular site safety inspections and audits to ensure compliance.
• Develop corrective action plans and ensure timely resolution of identified hazards.
• Engage with field personnel to reinforce a culture of safety.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Stay up to date with OSHA regulations and other relevant industry standards.
• Serve as a liaison with regulatory agencies and clients regarding safety matters.
• Ensure documentation and reporting comply with legal and client requirements.

Emergency Response Planning:

• Develop, implement, and maintain emergency response plans.
• Conduct regular drills and training sessions.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination during emergencies.

Leadership & Communication:

• Champion a culture of safety throughout the organization.
• Collaborate with Project Management, Human Resources, and Field Operations to ensure safety goals align with company objectives.
• Communicate safety initiatives and expectations effectively across all levels of the organization.

M&D Mechanical Contractors, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability and/or protected veteran status in accordance with governing law.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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