Safety & Compliance Manager

R Safety & Compliance Manager (Open)

Location:

Nanaimo, BC (RDA) (I) - Welding equipment rental

Airgas is hiring for a REMOTE Safety and Compliance Manager! This position can be located anywhere in the US and part of Canada. Pay range is $95k to $105k USD / $130k to $145k CAN. Travel at least 50%, including on call for emergencies. Previous Canadian HSE experience required.

Recruiters

• Quentin Chavis Jr. –  –
• Manon Belanger –  –

Job Description

Summary:

Under the direction of the Vice‑President, Safety, the incumbent will contribute to the overall safety performance of Red‑D‑Arc by assisting their Region in reaching and surpassing the annual safety goals as set out by the VP, Safety and the President of Red‑D‑Arc.

• Maintains a safe working environment by following Airgas/Red‑D‑Arc’s health and safety guidelines.
• Participate in driver engagement programs through observation and ride‑alongs.
• Support train‑the‑trainer initiatives related to drivers, in order to make the local Branch Managers more self‑sufficient.
• Assists in the “onboarding” of new managers and technicians from a safety perspective.
• Ensures we maintain full DOT and OSHA compliance, through effective training and leadership.
• Takes the lead on all accident and incident investigations, with an emphasis on identifying lessons learned and building action plans to prevent future occurrences.
• In conjunction with division teams, develops, implements, and manages safety programs and procedures for RDA that will reduce the frequency and severity of personal injuries and vehicle accidents.
• Leads assigned Branch Managers and Associates to drive the development of a safety culture and continuous improvement.
• Partners with division resources to provide environmental, health, and safety expertise to ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, provincial, and local regulations, as well as company policy.
• Performs periodic safety and compliance audits for branches and on occasion at customer sites.
• Participates in additional audits conducted by Corporate | Division Safety or other 3rd parties. These audits are NOT to be punitive, but to help the Branch implement improvements.
• Devises, supervises, and coordinates training programs or media which will increase proficiency in safety practices and to promote safety consciousness.
• Compiles and submits accident and other reports required by Airgas, Third‑party administrators and regulatory agencies.
• Participates in the investigation of accidents and injuries and cooperates in the preparation of material and evidence for organization use in hearings, lawsuits, and insurance investigations.
• Maintains safety files and records, DOT files and reports, Training files (Airgas U, etc.) and Safe Cor Reports (accident and month end).
• Utilizes division resources to ensure compliance with all DOT safety regulations.
• Promotes a collective and positive safety attitude by providing leadership by example.
• Works with division resources to promote RDA best practices for incorporation in division safety KPIs and initiatives.

Are you a MATCH?

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least five years safety experience within an industrial and/or distribution setting.
• Possesses a thorough knowledge of DOT and OSHA rules and regulations.
• Possesses a thorough knowledge of Canadian HSEQ and Transport Canada rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of Google Suite.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Environmental Sciences or a related field.
• Previous experience with welding related products a plus.
• CSP/CRSP or related safety certifications a plus.

We care about and support all Airgas associates. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full‑time employees.

We provide a progressive parental leave package for our eligible Airgas parents, offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children.

Additionally, we offer our employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement,…