Join our team as an Area Safety Professional and help drive a culture of safety and care across our Buffalo and Southern Tier operations. Reporting to the Director of Safety, you’ll work hand-in-hand with operational teams to ensure a safe, compliant, and proactive work environment. You’ll provide expert guidance and support to managers and coworkers to reduce workplace injuries, vehicle incidents, and property damage losses. This role takes the lead in developing and implementing safety programs that meet company standards and all regulatory requirements.

Starting salary is $85,000 annually, with the potential for higher compensation based on experience and demonstrated expertise.

Essential Functions

• Behavior-Based Safety

  • Champion and promote behavior-based safety practices throughout the organization.

  • Collaborate with teams to develop and implement behavior-based safety observation programs.

• Coworker Engagement

  • Facilitate team-based safety meetings and initiatives.

  • Recognize and reward teams for safety achievements and contributions.

  • Collaborate with management to set and achieve safety goals and targets.

• Safety Commitment

  • Ensure that all safety regulations, policies, and procedures are followed by coworkers and contractors.

  • Conduct regular safety audits and inspections to identify potential hazards and areas for improvement.

  • On a frequent basis, perform inspections of records, equipment, and facilities to promote compliance with safety regulations and recordkeeping requirements as established by the Company and/or local, state, or federal laws and conduct follow up sessions with leadership to address findings.

  • Conduct MSHA - Part 46 and required OSHA training at assigned plants, quarries, and jobsites.

  • Analyze data from safety programs for trends and opportunities for improvement, recommends strategies for reduction in trends.

  • Participate in MSHA activities at assigned locations.

  • Participate in the annual review of MSHA - Part 46 and OSHA training plans and ensure compliance with applicable MSHA and OSHA regulations.

  • Coordinate Industrial Hygiene assessments and training for all locations.

  • Manages third-party safety and health services, such as hearing tests, occupational health sampling, and specialized training.

  • Perform other incidental and related duties as required.

• Training and Education
  •  Organize and deliver safety training programs and orientations for coworkers and contractors.

  • Provide guidance and resources to coworkers on safety best practices.

  • Mentor and coach all facility safety partners.

• Incident Investigation
  • Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and safety concerns.
  • Compile and analyze incident data to identify trends and implement preventive measures.
  • Prepare reports on incidents, root causes, and recommended corrective actions.
  • Develop methodologies for rigorous root cause analysis to prevent reoccurrence.
• Emergency Response
  • Develop and maintain emergency response plans and procedures.
  • Coordinate drills and exercises to test and improve the effectiveness of emergency response measures.

  • Ensure the availability and proper functioning of safety equipment and resources.

     

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, or a related technical program with a focus on safety. Experience considered in lieu of degree.

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in mine or construction safety (or similar field), to include training standards and practices.

• Minimum of 2 years in a progressive leadership role required, with exposure to overseeing multiple locations preferred.

• ASP, CSP or CMSP certification highly desired.

• Knowledge and applied experience of federal, state, and local safety regulations (e.g., MSHA, OSHA).

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including presentation skills.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Must be highly organized and capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Strong leadership ability including conflict management, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.

• Must be able to respond to emergencies after scheduled work hours and during weekends.

• Must be able to travel to multiple sites and projects throughout the assigned area of coverage.  Must be able to travel overnight.  80% travel is typical for this position.  Must be able to work nights when necessary to support nightshift operations.

• Valid driver’s license and compliant with NESL Driving Standards.

   

Personal Characteristics and Competencies

• Entrepreneurial spirit combined with prudence. (i.e., consideration of long-term risks and opportunities). Highly developed organizational influence and negotiation skills.
• A self-confident, proactive professional who can adapt in a fast-changing business environment.
• Tough minded with the courage of convictions to drive critical strategies and programs through to completion.
• A change agent willing to take measured risk and who is committed to deliver on commitments to the organization.
• Personal and professional alignment to NESL’s Cultural Goals:
  • Focus & Integrity to Do What’s Right
  • Know the Numbers, Know the Business
  • Embrace Change

  • Intentionally Collaborative

     

Why Apply?

• Competitive Benefit Package - Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k, Vacation, Life Insurance, etc.
• Career Growth - We pride ourselves in developing coworkers and promoting from within.
• Stable Industry - Our materials are in high demand year over year.