Safety Program Lead

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WestLand is adding a Safety Program Lead to our team! The Safety Program Lead oversees the development and implementation of the company's Health and Safety Program. This role coordinates safety documentation, equipment, compliance, and training, while providing leadership and innovation to promote a culture of safety throughout the organization. This position may be based out of our Phoenix or Tucson locations.

What will I be doing?

- Lead the continuous evaluation and improvement of the Safety Program, integrating departmental and client-specific needs.

- Respond to urgent responses and safety incidents. Must be available outside of normal business hours for urgent response.

- Coordinate with leadership to implement program enhancements and maintain the Safety Program Enhancement Action Plan.

- Develop and implement safety audit and near-miss reporting systems.

- Create and maintain safety training documentation including MSHA Competent Person matrix and task-specific plans.

- Represent WestLand in client conversations regarding safety planning and incident response.

- Prepare and maintain all OSHA/MSHA documentation, injury reports, work hours, and related compliance records.

- Conduct accident investigations, root cause analyses, and communicate improvements internally and externally.

What qualifications are required for this role?

- Five (5) or more years working as a safety professional.

- Strong knowledge of driving safety training and incident prevention including off-road handling.

- Strong customer service, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to build relationships and trust with field staff and promote a culture of honest communication and awareness of ways to help reduce safety incidents

- Self-motivated and self-accountable individual who is comfortable working independently without close management supervision.

- Ability to travel to job sites and offices throughout Western United States regularly. Travel will consist of weekly day trips to projects or offices throughout Arizona and quarterly visits to other out-of-state offices (multiple days trip).

- Previous experience coordinating safety documentation and training required.

- Experience leading an organization-wide health and safety program strongly preferred.

- Experience with MSHA regulations and training required.

- Fall protection training experience preferred.

- Availability to coordinate and communicate during standard and off-hours as needed.

- Ability to hike and traverse difficult terrain to work alongside field crews.

The salary range for this position is $79,000 - $105,000 annually.

What does WestLand offer you?

- Comprehensive benefits package: 9 paid holidays, healthcare benefits, PTO, and 401k matching for full-time employees. Flexible work schedules and remote/hybrid possibilities for most roles.

- Multidisciplinary environment: Unique, creative, and challenging projects where you can develop your vision of clientele and work with industry leaders daily.

- Success-oriented environment: Two-way mentorship, financial incentives to publish work, tuition reimbursement, and a career-path structure to help you reach the next steps in your career.

- Collaborative work environment: Clear and frequent communication, shared information and ideas across teams, and a welcoming atmosphere for everyone.

WestLand is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment background checks.

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