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Safety Director

skillcloudhcmOrono, ME

Posted Sep 28 · Last Verified Sep 28

💰 $155,000 – $155,000/yrFull-timeconstructionmaintenance and facilities

Quick Summary

Safety Director position at Sargent Corporation in Orono, Maine, overseeing health and safety programs for heavy construction operations across the Northeast US and Mid-Atlantic region.

Skills & Keywords

OSHA compliancesafety programsheavy constructionincident investigation

Responsibilities of the Safety Director

Sargent Corporation is a team of over 500+ employee-owners, building infrastructure including renewable energy projects, highways, commercial site work, landfill cells, highways, and underground work in the Northeast US and Mid-Atlantic region. Sargent has a rich, near-century-long history and continues to focus on preparing the next generation leading into its second century.

Skillcloud HCM Solutions has been engaged to manage this search. NO PHONE CALLS OR RECRUITERS PLEASE.

Develop, maintain, and oversee implementation of company health and safety programs
Lead and monitor the company's Safety Strategic Plan
Partner with operations leadership to support safe and compliant project execution
Collaborate with Human Resources on employee injuries, workers' compensation, and return-to-work processes
Develop site-specific safety plans and safe work procedures
Oversee safety documentation, regulatory compliance, and reporting requirements
Coordinate employee safety orientation, training, certifications, and recordkeeping
Support and monitor weekly safety meetings across project sites
Review incidents and ensure thorough investigations and corrective actions
Manage workers' compensation claims and related insurance programs
Monitor key safety metrics, including EMR, OSHA logs, recordable incidents, and lost-time rates
Conduct jobsite safety inspections and serve as a safety resource for field operations
Participate in project planning to identify and address safety requirements
Lead safety committees, stand-downs, and accident investigation activities
Participate in industry safety organizations and professional development opportunities
Oversee the selection, availability, and proper use of safety equipment
Foster continuous improvement and accountability throughout the organization

Requirements of the Safety Director

High School Diploma or GED required; safety-related education preferred
Experience in heavy construction, earthwork, or related industries
Extensive knowledge of OSHA, MSHA, MUTCD, and FMCSR regulations
OSHA 30-Hour certification
Strong leadership and supervisory experience
Excellent listening, written, and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational and project management abilities
Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with field personnel
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, and HCSS Safety preferred
Ability and willingness to travel regularly to project sites throughout Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Virginia, and North Carolina
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
Commitment to fostering a positive safety culture