What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Safety position at LPX Group?
Job Summary
The Director of Safety will develop, coordinate, and implement occupational health policies and procedures in full support of the corporate core value of "Safety is no accident". All activities of this position are aimed towards achieving total accountability at entry level of the organization, addressing hazards preemptively, and leading by example.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Manages a team of safety specialist to carry out organizational goals for jobsites, safety audits, and reporting.
- Collaborates with VP of Risk Management and executive leadership to develop, prepare, and implement safety policies and procedures.
- Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, codes, and rules.
- Ensure completion of required OSHA recordkeeping and reporting.
- Stops operations and activities that could harm employees or equipment.
- Identifies opportunities to minimize workplace injuries, accidents, and health problems.
- Conducts employee training on applicable safety standards.
- Reviews safety training and recommends revisions, improvements, and updates.
- Conducts safety inspections and audits to assess employee compliance with safety regulations.
- Reviews accident and incident reports.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Skills and Abilities
- Extensive knowledge of current company safety policies and applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to conduct training.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Education and Experience
- At least five years of occupational health and safety experience in a construction environment required.
- Bachelors degree in health and safety, Safety Engineering, Environmental Health, or related field preferred.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift 25 pounds at a time.
- Ability to travel throughout jobsites as required to conduct safety inspections.
Benefits
- Health Insurance (PPO and HSA Plans)
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance, Supplemental and Dependent Plans
- 401k with Company Match
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Direct Deposit Paychecks
- Company Wellness Program
- Uniforms
- Safety, Training and Certification Bonuses
- Employee Training and Advancement
- Employee Referral Program
LPX, Inc. and Subsidiary Companies is a leader in the construction industry with a rich family history. We are a vertically integrated civil contractor serving Kentucky and Indiana. We offer superior planning and services in Heavy Highway Construction, Site Development, Asphalt Paving, Treatment Plant Construction, Trucking Services, Material Testing, and Commercial/Residential Construction. LPX and its Subsidiary Companies are widely recognized for their positive workplace culture and career growth opportunities. Our largest subsidiary, Louisville Paving and Construction, has been serving the Kentuckiana area since 1949.