Director of Safety and Training

Job Description: Overview:

Blackwood Solutions is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Safety and Training to lead our safety and training programs. This senior-level role will oversee the development, implementation, and management of safety protocols and training initiatives to ensure compliance with industry regulations and promote a culture of safety across our operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in logistics, a strong background in safety management, and a proven track record of leading training programs in a dynamic, field-based environment.

Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

- Developing and implementing comprehensive safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, federal, and industry-specific regulations (e.g., OSHA, DOT).

- Leading the design and delivery of training programs for employees, including onboarding, equipment safety, and ongoing professional development.

- Overseeing the Learning Management System (LMS) to ensure effective tracking and delivery of training content.

- Managing a team of safety and training coordinators, providing leadership, mentorship, and performance evaluations.

- Conducting risk assessments and safety audits to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.

- Collaborating with HR and operations teams to align safety and training initiatives with recruitment and onboarding processes.

- Monitoring and reporting on safety metrics, incident investigations, and compliance to senior leadership.

- Promoting and upholding the Core Values of Blackwood Solutions: Commitment to Real World Safety, Serve First, Deliver Excellence, Solutions, Not Problems.

- Serving as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies and external audits related to safety and compliance.

Required Position Qualifications:

The following skills and qualifications are required for this position:

- Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, industrial engineering, human resources, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

- In-depth knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and other relevant safety regulations.

- Exceptional leadership and team management skills with experience overseeing field-based teams.

- Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present to diverse audiences.

- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Learning Management Systems.

- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.

- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Travel Frequency: 20%

About Us:

Blackwood Solutions is the most trusted logistics company improving North America’s infrastructure. Blackwood utilizes a fleet of straight trucks, knuckle boom grapple trucks, and support trucks to assist our partners in transporting, storing, and recycling utility poles and other utility industry materials. Our customers include organizations in the electric utility industry, manufacturing industries, and major storm-response contractors. Specific services Blackwood currently performs include wood pole recycling, pallet recycling, crane mat, reel recycling, concrete recycling, wood and fuel supply management, pipeline clearing, utility right-of-way clearing, land clearing, new pole hauling, rail terminal transloading, waste auditing and consulting, hurricane and disaster response, bulk transportation, inventory management, yard designs, yard builds, and material staging services.

Full-Time Benefits:

- Health Insurance with company contribution

- Short-Term Disability

- Long-Term Disability

- Paid Time Off

- Matching Retirement

- Paid Weekly

- Dental Insurance

- Vision Insurance

- Life Insurance

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person, Bloomington, Indiana

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person