Director of Safety (Marinette County)

Our client, a leading provider of industrial cleaning and surface preparation services, is seeking a strategic and field-focused Director of Safety to lead its U.S. and international safety operations. This executive-level role will be instrumental in fostering a safety-first culture across decentralized job sites and scaling systems to support global expansion. The ideal candidate is an experienced safety leader with a hands-on approach, strong field presence, and a vision for proactive risk management.

Duties

• Lead all safety, training, compliance, and policy functions across U.S. operations within the first six months.
• Conduct job site audits and field visits to establish baseline safety metrics and reinforce standards.
• Build credibility with field crews through active visibility, responsiveness, and principled leadership.
• Oversee and enhance all training programs, including OSHA 10 / 30, CPR, first aid, confined space entry, and contractor compliance documentation.
• Develop scalable safety infrastructure in anticipation of international expansion within 12 months.
• Drive measurable reductions in incident rates, near misses, and EMR through education, audits, and real-time interventions.
• Align global safety policies with ISO 9001 and regulatory standards in emerging markets.
• Lead a cultural shift in safety practicesfrom compliance-driven to behavior-drivenacross all levels of the organization.

Qualifications