Safety Manager

Colonial Group, Inc. is a multigenerational, family-owned parent company overseeing a diverse portfolio of subsidiaries. Through our strategic infrastructure, logistics expertise, and a broad range of products and services, we create significant value for our customers while driving innovation and operational excellence.

The Safety Manager is a “boots-on-the-ground” leadership role responsible for ensuring that employees have a safe workplace and for developing and implementing strategies to promote and sustain Colonial’s safety culture.

This leader will monitor and evaluate compliance with regulations, focusing primarily on Safety, Transportation, and Security, with some overlap with Environmental regulations and will communicate any changes that may affect the organization and may serve as the liaison with state and federal regulators.

This position is to be held with enthusiasm and conviction while fostering supportive relationships with all operating departments.

JOB EXPECTATIONS/DUTIES

- Leadership and Management

- Safely carries out duties and acts as a role model for all employees.

- Provides strategic direction and conducts data analysis to assess management's commitment and employee involvement in the safety culture.

- Establishes safety goals and measures key performance indicators.

- Engages directly with all levels of the organization.

- Communicates clearly and persuasively in both positive and challenging situations.

- Mentors and supports the professional development of the Safety Team.

- Manages consultant and contractor expenses while overseeing program expenses.

- Handles multiple projects simultaneously.

- Safety Programs

- Maintains and manages OSHA statistics in comparison to industry benchmarks.

- Develops and oversees safety policies and compliance programs.

- Organizes and conducts periodic safety meetings.

- Manages and responds to emergency HazMat releases.

- Creates and conducts periodic training presentations for all levels within the organization.

- Risk Management

- Investigates incidents and analyzes trends to develop strategies for hazard prevention and control.

- Manages workers' compensation and liability claims.

- Liaises with the insurance carrier and Third-Party Administrator (TPA).

- Conducts hazard assessments and risk evaluations and mitigations.

- Performs periodic audits of facilities and procedures.

- Other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

- Experience working in the petrochemical storage and transportation industry is preferred.

- BS of Applied Science degree in Occupational Health & Safety; or a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience managing safety compliance programs is required.

- Basic knowledge of the management of environmental programs is preferred.

- Experience managing others is preferred.

- Professional certification from the American Board of Industrial Hygiene (Certified Industrial Hygienist, Qualified Environmental Practitioner) is preferred.

- Professional certification from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (CSP, SMS, ASP, GSP, OHST, or STS) is preferred.

- Federal and state regulatory experience in the areas of OSHA (PSM), DOT (PHMSA, FMCSA, FAA, FRA), USCG, DHS (CFATS) Worker’s Comp, EPA (TSCA, RMP).

- Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.

- Must be technology-driven and proficient in the use of software, particularly Microsoft Office Suite.

- Must meet the criteria for obtaining a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).

- Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, climb ladders, stairs, and walk at a fast pace. The employee must be able to wear PPE up to Level B, and may occasionally lift or move up to 40 lbs.

Overnight traveling may be required occasionally up to 25% annually.

Eligibility Requirements: Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States. Colonial Group, Inc. is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our organizations. We encourage applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. Colonial Group, Inc. prohibits discrimination of and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status.