Director of EHS - Kelso Industries

Job Description

Job Description

Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety

At Kelso Industries, 3,500+ employees across 30 companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first.

Recruiter Notice : We respectfully ask external recruiters and staffing agencies not to submit candidates. We only accept direct applications.

Position Summary

Kelso Industries is looking for a hands-on, strategic-minded Head of EHS to build a world-class safety program from the ground up. This is not a plug-and-play safety role, we need someone passionate about creating structure, setting standards, and driving cultural change. You'll work closely with operating company (OpCo) leaders across our portfolio to implement a scalable, effective, and field-driven safety approach that protects our people and reflects our commitment to operational excellence.

What You'll Do

• Design and implement a comprehensive safety program built upon the existing 30+ MEP+ focused operating companies across the United States.
• Build / Improve on safety policies, procedures, reporting structures, and training programs.
• Develop deep, trusted partnerships with OpCo leadership to tailor and implement safety strategies across diverse environments and geographies.
• Drive safety ownership at all levels, from C-suite to field crews, through coaching, influence, and accountability.
• Conduct risk assessments, jobsite audits, and safety reviews to identify and mitigate hazards.
• Investigate incidents, lead root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Deliver safety training that engages and empowers field personnel.
• Monitor leading and lagging indicators and report on safety performance to senior leadership.
• Stay current on OSHA and state regulations; ensure full compliance.
• Travel to operating companies and job sites as needed (30–50%).
• Manage a team of Safety Professionals across Kelso Industries.

Required Qualifications

Why Join Kelso Industries?

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.

Here you will experience :

Growth Opportunities : Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.

Company Culture : You'll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.

Impact : Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits : You'll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being.

Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business