Safety Director-Heavy Equipment
Company: Kimmel and Associates
Location: Waynesboro
Posted on: December 2, 2025
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Job Description:
About the Company The company is recognized as one of the
nation’s premier heavy equipment dealers, delivering high-quality
new, used, and rental equipment solutions across locations in
Florida, Georgia, Virginia, South Carolina, and North Carolina.
About the Position Reporting to the Director of Human Resources,
the Safety, Health & Environmental Director is responsible for
strengthening the safety, health, and environmental performance
across all company locations. This strategic leader will oversee
compliance initiatives, guide cultural adoption of best-in-class
safety practices, and serve as a trusted advisor to branch
leadership teams. Key responsibilities include: Inspecting and
evaluating workplace environments, equipment, and practices for
compliance with internal standards and government regulations.
Investigating accidents, injuries, and occupational illnesses to
determine root causes and corrective actions. Preparing and
implementing prevention-focused corrective action plans. Reporting
on accident investigations, facility inspections, and environmental
testing to senior management. Maintaining and updating emergency
response plans and procedures. Compiling and analyzing statistical
data related to safety and incident trends. Coordinating employee
training on safety laws, hazardous condition monitoring, and proper
safety equipment use. Ensuring safety manuals, policies, and
programs remain current and consistently followed. Maintaining
expertise in EPA, OSHA, DOT, and MSHA regulations and ensuring
timely reporting to agencies. Coordinating compliance with federal,
state, local, and company safety requirements. Developing and
implementing performance metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of
safety programs. Maintaining contractor compliance records,
including insurance and workers’ compensation documentation.
Managing required compliance websites on behalf of customers.
Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety Management or
equivalent professional experience. Minimum of four (4) years in a
safety-related role, preferably within industrial, construction, or
equipment-focused environments. In-depth knowledge of OSHA
regulations; familiarity with EPA, DOT, and MSHA a plus. Strong
organizational abilities and attention to detail. Proven
presentation skills with experience designing and delivering safety
training. Benefits Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision
insurance Retirement plan options Paid time off and holidays
Professional development and training opportunities Company-wide
commitment to safety, stability, and long-term career growth
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