Manager, Health and Safety

Location: East Troy

The Manager, Health and Safety is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing safety programs to ensure compliance with regulations and prevent workplace injuries and incidents. This role works closely with supervisory personnel and field teams to assess jobsite conditions, promote a culture of safety, and enforce adherence to company and regulatory standards. This position also provides training, investigates incidents, and collaborates daily with operations to support project execution and organizational safety goals.

At PPC Partners we believe in the Power to Serve along with the Pursuit of Excellence. As such the following values guide our behaviors: A Servant's Heart -- Focus on the Needs of Others, Wisdom -- Insightful, Integrity -- Honesty and Trustworthy, Courage -- Decisive and Confident in Others, Humility -- Modest and Respectful, Passion -- Unfailing Dedication

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Safety Leadership & Risk Prevention:

* Promote a proactive safety culture by identifying and preventing hazardous conditions and unsafe behaviors across jobsites, departments, and branches

* Conduct regular field assessments and jobsite visits to evaluate risks and recommend corrective actions for improved employee protection

* Serve as a key resource to supervisors, providing guidance on safety procedures and compliance with best practices

* Facilitate hazard recognition among leadership and coach on practical solutions to improve safety performance

* Recommend and implement measures to address root causes of unsafe practices or environments

* Manage the ordering and distribution of necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

* Participate in employee recruitment, hiring, counseling, and terminations (ensure alignment with company policy)

* Provide performance appraisals, feedback and growth opportunities for team members

* Promote continuous learning, professional development, and improvements

Training, Devlopment, & Communication:

* Develop, deliver, and oversee safety training programs for supervisors and field employees based on regulatory requirements and identified needs

* Lead company's safety talk program to ensure effectiveness in term of employee response, topic relevance, and impact on workforce

* Provide customer-specific safety training to support project requirements and client expectations

* Maintain open, consistent communication with management, supervisors, and field personnel on safety updates, initiatives, and responsibilities

* Participate in operations meetings to educate teams on health, safety, and accident prevention topics

* Lead and support management trainees, including the creation and monitoring of development plans for future leadership talent

* Pursue personal and team growth by identifying and addressing professional development needs

Compliance, Investigation, & Continuous Improvement:

* Ensure compliance with OSHA, state, and company-specific health and safety regulations

* Review safety documentation and ensure accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to required reporting protocols

* Lead investigations of incidents and injuries, analyze root causes, and report findings to leadership

* Assist with workers' compensation claim management

* Coordinate and assists with the preparation of responses or appeals for safety violations

* Contribute to the execution and improvement of safety plans, incorporating feedback from management and the safety committee

* Research industry trends and emerging safety topics, recommending timely adjustments to company policies and procedures

* Promote continuous learning, professional development, and improvements

Program Oversight & Additional Responsibilities:

* Conduct new hire safety orientations and help onboard employees into the company's safety culture

* Attend and contribute to accident review meetings and related safety discussions

* Maintain and update safety-related content on the company's website

* Participate in cross-training within the company's operations branches, exploring business strategies and techniques, to learn and broaden management skills

Safety/Hazard Recognition & Elimination:

* Pre-plan and identify the methods…