Director, Industrial Safety | Energy Technology Space

Safety Leadership & Program DevelopmentEstablish and lead the organization's industrial safety management system. Develop company-wide environmental, health, and safety policies, standards, procedures, and work instructions. Build and sustain a strong safety culture that supports innovation, accountability, and operational excellence. Develop safety performance metrics, reporting systems, and monitoring processes. Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations. Create contractor safety programs and oversight processes. Provide strategic direction for long-term safety planning and organizational growth.Test Facility & Engineering SafetyServe as the subject matter expert for safety within advanced testing operations. Lead Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), Job Hazard Analyses (JHA), and formal risk assessments. Develop safe operating procedures for high-energy, high-pressure, and complex test systems. Establish and oversee Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and energy control programs. Develop requirements for electrical safety, confined space entry, pressure systems, and other specialized safety programs. Create procedures for startup, shutdown, maintenance, and emergency response activities. Participate in engineering design reviews to ensure safety considerations are incorporated early in equipment development. Evaluate engineering changes and operational modifications for potential safety impacts. Coordinate safety readiness reviews prior to commissioning new equipment or initiating test activities.Manufacturing & Operational SafetyDesign and implement manufacturing safety programs supporting production operations. Establish machine guarding, ergonomic, and material handling standards. Develop chemical management and hazardous materials control programs. Oversee industrial hygiene initiatives and workplace exposure assessments. Define personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements and compliance programs. Support safe installation, startup, and operation of manufacturing equipment. Monitor production environments to ensure ongoing compliance with safety requirements.Risk Management & Continuous ImprovementLead investigations of safety incidents, near misses, and workplace events. Conduct root cause analyses and implement corrective and preventive actions. Track safety actions to completion and verify effectiveness. Monitor leading and lagging safety indicators to identify improvement opportunities. Perform routine workplace inspections, audits, and risk assessments. Develop continuous improvement initiatives that reduce operational risk and strengthen safety performance.Training & Employee DevelopmentDesign, implement, and manage comprehensive safety training programs. Deliver and maintain training programs covering: new employee onboarding, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), electrical safety, hazard communication, personal protective equipment, fall protection, forklift operation, crane and rigging safety, fire prevention and response, emergency response procedures, confined space entry, and pressure system safety. Maintain employee training records and qualification requirements. Coach managers, supervisors, and employees on safety leadership and best practices.Regulatory ComplianceEnsure compliance with applicable standards and regulations, including OSHA, NFPA, ANSI, EPA, state and local regulatory requirements. Support inspections, audits, and regulatory reviews. Maintain awareness of evolving regulatory requirements and industry best practices.The Successful ApplicantRequired Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Safety, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), or a related technical discipline. 10+ years of progressive industrial safety experience. Demonstrated success establishing and leading safety programs within industrial, manufacturing, testing, or engineering environments. Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations and compliance requirements. Experience conducting hazard assessments, risk analyses, and safety reviews. Experience leading incident investigations and root cause analyses. Proven ability to develop safety procedures, policies, and management systems. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with technical teams, operations leaders, and executive management.Preferred Qualifications: Certified Safety Professional (CSP). Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH). Professional Engineer (PE) license. Experience working with high-pressure systems, industrial gases, or complex energy systems. Knowledge of rotating equipment, turbomachinery, power generation, or process manufacturing operations. Experience supporting prototype development, R&D laboratories, or testing facilities. Familiarity with ISO 45001 occupational health and safety management systems. Experience within startup, scaling, or rapidly growing manufacturing organizations.What's on OfferCompensation for this position will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition to a competitive salary, the company offers a comprehensive benefits package, participation in the Company's equity program through Incentive Stock Options (ISOs), and relocation assistance for qualified candidates, where applicable.Job SummarySector: Engineering & Manufacturing. Sub Sector: Health, Safety & Environment. Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing. Where: Palm Beach. Contract Type: Permanent. Consultant name: Marios Peripanos. Job Reference: JN-072026-7066435.