Safety Director

Are you an experienced safety leader looking to join a growing company and make a positive impact? EPI Power is hiring a Safety Director! The Safety Director is responsible for strategic leadership and implementation of all EPI safety programs. This crucial role will oversee and lead company compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, key environmental and safety implementation programs, and direct services to manage hazardous materials and prevent injuries and accidents. The Safety Director partners with company management, external parties, and individuals across the organization to build positive relationships and create a culture of safety.

This role can be based out of any of the following locations:

• Des Moines, IA
• Cedar Rapids, IA
• Boydton, VA

EPI Power, LLC ("EPI") is a licensed electrical contractor and subsidiary of The Weitz Company that specializes in data centers. Our mission is to safely deliver industry-leading electrical construction solutions on a fast-track basis. We believe our employees to be our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

What You'll Do:

• Drive a positive and proactive safety culture across the company at all job sites
• Develop, monitor, oversee, and audit the implementation of safety program, plans, polices, and procedures
• Provide expertise to project teams and safety professionals including training EPI employees on a variety of topics as they relate to safety
• Support business acquisition efforts
• Recruit, hire, and train team members
• Provide leadership to the safety team including mentorship, development opportunities, and guidance
• Create a positive environment where employees can share best practices, ask questions, raise concerns, and present new ideas for program enhancements
• Collect, analyze, and prepare safety management information and statistical data necessary for planning, report generation, and decision-making
• Partner with individuals across the organization to ensure effective coordination in health, environmental, and safety initiatives
• Make recommendations to Executive Management concerning safety policies and procedures to help prevent, mitigate or abate risk and safety concerns
• Provide case and risk management to the organization
• Establish a strong relationship/partnership with clients and partners

What We're Looking For:

• Experience:
  
  
  
  • 10+ years of experience as a safety manager, regional safety manager, or high level safety professional
  • Experience managing safety compliance programs is required
  • OSHA 500 certification required
  • ASSE certification required
  
  
  
  
• Skills:
  
  
  
  • Excellent leadership skills including the ability to build trust and provide mentorship and development opportunities for the safety team
  • Ability to build positive relationships across the organization and be a trusted partner to employees while being sensitive to personal issues that can occur on the job
  • Comfortable with public speaking, presenting, and leading meetings
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized
  • Ability to make decisions that balance both risk and practicality
  • Comfortable taking a stand as it relates to safety even when faced with opposition
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a high level of initiative
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  
  
  
  
• Technology:

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  • Proficient in basic computer software including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
  • Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire
  
  
  
  

• Additional Requirements:
  
  
  
  • Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
  • Ability to work 50 hours per week Monday - Friday
  
  
  
  

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay
• Rewarding Bonus Program
• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fully Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
• Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

The Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of the Company without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of the Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.

The Weitz Company, LLC (and its U.S.-based subsidiaries and affiliates) recognizes the value of and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and follow applicable affirmative action guidelines and policies. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with applicable state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and background checks are required if applicable. Click here to review our Privacy Notice.

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