Environmental Health & Safety Director
building controls servicesNorfolk, VA
Environmental Health & Safety Director
L7
building controls servicesNorfolk, VA5 days ago
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Other Support Activities for Air TransportationEnvironmental Consulting ServicesOther Scientific and Technical Consulting ServicesDirector, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)The Director of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) is responsible for developing, leading, and continuously improving AIR's enterprise-wide safety strategy across more than 55 operating companies throughout the United States and Canada. This executive leadership role partners closely with Operating Company Presidents, Regional Vice Presidents, Operations leaders, Human Resources, Risk Management, Fleet, Facilities, and Executive Leadership to establish a world-class safety culture while ensuring compliance with OSHA, provincial, state, local, and environmental regulations. The Director will provide both strategic leadership and operational support, driving consistency across operating companies while respecting the entrepreneurial culture that makes AIR successful. The position will focus on reducing injuries, improving employee engagement, strengthening regulatory compliance, lowering workers' compensation costs, improving EMR performance, and creating scalable safety programs that support AIR's continued growth through acquisition.
Essential Responsibilities:
Enterprise Safety Leadership Regulatory Compliance & Governance Risk Management & Operational Excellence Field Operations & Fleet Safety Training & Leadership Development Mergers & Acquisitions Data Analytics & Reporting
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in - Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Engineering, Operations, Industrial Hygiene, or related field.7-10+ years of progressive EHS leadership experience. Experience leading multi-site safety programs across geographically dispersed operations. Strong knowledge of OSHA, DOT, EPA, and applicable Canadian safety regulations. Experience supporting construction, mechanical service, manufacturing, industrial, or commercial contracting organizations. Demonstrated success reducing injury rates and improving safety culture. Experience supporting acquisition integration preferred. Experience in a private equity-backed organization strongly preferred. Excellent executive communication and leadership skills.
Preferred Certifications:
Certified Safety Professional (CSP)Associate Safety Professional (ASP)Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)CHSTOSHA 500OSHA 510 Travel Approximately 40–50% travel throughout the United States and Canada. Success Measures Standardized safety programs across all operating companies. Improve enterprise safety culture and accountability. Reduce recordable injuries and lost-time incidents. Improve EMR performance. Reduce workers' compensation costs. Develop enterprise safety dashboards and executive reporting. Successfully integrate acquired companies into AIR's safety management framework. Build a scalable EHS function capable of supporting AIR's continued acquisition strategy and IPO readiness.
Benefits:
Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage to support your well-being. Financial Security – 401(k) retirement plan with company match and short/long-term disability coverage. Work-Life Balance – Paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and an employee assistance program (EAP).Professional Development – Ongoing training opportunities and support for continuing education. The Company provides equal employment opportunity in accordance with applicable laws and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs and qualifications. The Company complies with disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals.
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Level
ManagerL7
Location
Norfolk, VA
Occupation
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists
Industry
Other Support Activities for Air Transportation
Posted
5 days ago
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