Director of Safety and Labor Relations

Job Description

Job Description

The Director of Labor and Safety Operations at the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) will manage, direct, and support organizational processes and operational policies and guidelines. The Director of Labor and Safety Operations is also responsible for continuously monitoring and adapting safety procedures and operations to ensure a safe and compliant work environment for all employees.

Why This Role Matters :

This position is central to USMX’s long-term mission of maintaining a safe, fair, and sustainable port workforce. The Director of Safety and Labor Relations directly impacts the health and security of thousands of maritime employees while ensuring operational continuity for the nation’s shipping gateways.

Duties / Responsibilities :

• Developing and executing growth directives
• Assisting in the team with creating job descriptions, hiring personnel, and overseeing employee training programs
• Assisting with developing and managing staff evaluation parameters
• Liaising with departmental heads to develop financial plans and ensuring company-wide operational compliance
• Overseeing client support services
• Manages 3rd party work tasks for core applications
• Monitor the removal of hazards from the workplace
• Create and provide training for employees on policies, regulations, and procedures
• Advise company leadership and administrative team on safety issues and compliance in specific projects and operations
• Inspect and verify company compliance with relevant safety regulations
• Monitor maintenance of accurate and current records in accordance with guidance
• Analyze incident reports, metrics and injury case studies in order to institute changes that lead to a safer environment

Required Skills / Abilities

Education and Experience

Physical Requirements

Job Type : Full-time

Location : Lyndhurst, New Jersey – Onsite

Benefits : Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance premiums 100 percent paid by company. Life insurance. 401K retirement plan. 14 company-paid holidays. Paid vacation time.

About USMX :

The United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) represents employers across the East and Gulf Coast ports, including major ocean carriers, marine terminal operators, and port associations. USMX members handle most of the cargo moving in and out of the United States. The Alliance negotiates labor contracts on behalf of management, oversees safety and training programs, manages coastwide benefit funds, and advocates for the industry on key regulatory and operational issues.

United States Maritime Alliance, Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and the businesses we support.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and the businesses we support.

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