Director of Safety

Director of Safety

Location: Newark, DE (Travel throughout Delaware, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey)
Reports To: President
Status: Full-Time Exempt

At Nickle Electrical Companies, safety isn't a department—it's a core value. We're looking for an experienced Director of Safety to lead and continually elevate our company-wide safety program while helping us achieve best-in-class performance across every project.

• Lead and continuously improve Nickle’s environmental, health, and safety program.
• Develop and implement safety strategies, policies, procedures, and initiatives that support a proactive safety culture.
• Partner with Project Managers, Foremen, and field leadership to integrate safety into every phase of our work.
• Conduct regular jobsite visits, audits, inspections, and risk assessments throughout the region.
• Identify hazards, investigate incidents, recommend corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement.
• Develop and deliver engaging safety training for employees at all levels.
• Review and approve project-specific safety plans, Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), and subcontractor safety documentation.
• Analyze safety metrics, identify trends, and use data to reduce risk and improve performance.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations, as well as company standards.
• Serve as the company's primary representative during OSHA interactions and other regulatory matters.
• Lead and develop our Safety Specialist through coaching, accountability, and professional development.
• Chair the company Safety Committee and promote employee engagement through safety initiatives and recognition programs.
• Build strong relationships with customers, industry partners, and safety organizations while representing Nickle professionally in the community.

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Safety Management, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of safety management experience.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience managing a structured safety program.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel daily throughout the Delaware, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey region.
• Thorough knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety requirements.
• Experience identifying hazards, conducting investigations, and implementing corrective actions.

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
• Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST)
• OSHA 500
• First Aid/CPR Certification
• Experience in electrical construction
• Knowledge of NFPA 70E electrical safety standards

• Lead by example and hold yourself and others accountable.
• Build trust through strong relationships with field employees and leadership.
• Are comfortable spending significant time on jobsites rather than behind a desk.
• Coach rather than simply enforce.
• Use data to drive decisions and continuous improvement.
• Communicate effectively with everyone from apprentices to executive leadership.
• Balance compliance with practical solutions that support operational success.

Nickle Electrical Companies has built a reputation for quality workmanship, strong leadership, and an unwavering commitment to safety. We believe high standards and a supportive culture go hand in hand.

Our employees work on challenging commercial and industrial projects while receiving opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and long-term career advancement.

If you're ready to help shape the future of safety at a growing electrical contractor, we'd like to hear from you.

Nickle Electrical Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workplace where employees are treated with respect and provided equal opportunities for employment, development, and advancement based on merit and qualifications.