Quality / Safety Director

Responsibilities for this Position

Location: USA VA Chesapeake
Full Part/Time: Full time
Job Req: RQ225409

Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Secret

Public Trust/Other Required:
None

Job Family:
Safety Operations

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Environmental Safety, Safety Policies, Safety Protocols
Certifications:
None
Experience:
15 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes

Job Description:

QEHS/SAFETY DIRECTOR

Contribute to the strategic direction of the business and support impactful mission outcomes as a QEHS/Safety Director at GDIT. Here, you'll enable the success of the most critical government missions and the growth of a meaningful career in QEH/Safety Operations.

QEHS/SAFETY DIRECTOR

Quality, Environmental, Health and Safety (QEHS)

Responsible for planning and coordinating Quality, Environmental, Health and Safety (QEHS) activities with respect to GDIT compliance with Federal, State and Local regulations for the Navy Marine Corp (NMC) Sector. Maintain GDIT Corporate certifications for ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 at the following locations; Chesapeake VA, California, MD, and Pawcatuck CT.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

We are looking for an experienced quality / safety director to join our company. In this role, you'll be responsible for creating and overseeing quality, health and safety protocols for the Navy and Marine Corps sector, primarily bi-coastal waterfront operations in support of the United States Navy and Marine Corps and ensuring that staff members are properly informed regarding emergency preparedness, use of protective equipment, and accident protocol.

To drive operational success, the Director will champion company health and safety initiatives while ensuring strict compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910/1915 standards as well as environmental requirements with hazardous materials/waste, air permitting, and other environmental concerns relating to maritime support. The ideal candidate should excel at rapidly identifying workplace hazards and executing proactive solutions to minimize health risks and prevent incidents.

QUALITY / SAFETY DIRECTOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Developing and implementing workplace safety policies and procedures in accordance with OSHA standards.
• Providing personnel with safety-related information such as training sessions, emergency protocols, and proper use of safety equipment.
• Reviewing existing policies and procedures to ensure they are current for both internal practices and regulatory requirements.
• Overseeing the sector's daily quality, environmental and safety operations and identifying opportunities for improvement of safety regulations.
• Performing audits and inspections of work areas and jobsites to identify possible quality and safety issues (Shipboard and Facilities).
• Oversee site personnel physically inspecting all work areas and jobsites to identify possible quality and safety issues.
• Conducting risk assessments to minimize workplace accidents, occupational illnesses or long-term health hazards.
• Preparing quarterly quality and safety reports and presenting the information to sector management and company level quality and safety team.
• Collaborating with management to plan and implement a safety protocol budget.
• Maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) ISO 9001:2015, and demonstrate expertise in Quality Assurance, NAVSEA Standard Items and QA requirements beyond 009-004, including 9090-310 and related directives. Experience developing and implementing Quality Plans, conducting QA audits, maintaining QMS documentation, and training personnel in QA best practices for shipboard modernization and repair.
• Manage a cross-functional QEHS organization that includes functional team leaders and subject matter experts across Safety and Environmental (EHS), Quality Assurance (QA), and the Quality Management System (QMS). Responsibilities include ensuring the organization is properly staffed, structured, and resourced to support sector-wide operational needs; providing leadership direction; developing personnel capabilities; and driving efficiency and coordinated execution of safety, quality, and compliance initiatives.

QEHS/QUALITY / SAFETY DIRECTOR REQUIREMENTS:

Proven Management experience dealing with complex work environment

• At least 15 years' experience as a Quality or Safety Manager in a complex safety environment.
• BS degree
• Thorough understanding of shipboard safety and quality standards associated with shipboard modernization.
• Experience developing and implementing Quality Plans and Surveillance Plans and Schedules
• Excellent knowledge of OSHA standards and federal safety legislation.
• Solid knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices in the workplace.
• Experience developing and leading Corrective Action, Continuous Improvement programs
• Familiarity with writing health and safety policies and procedures.
• Proficiency in conducting data analysis and reporting statistics.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills as well as excellent management and leadership skills.

Security clearance level: Secret
US citizenship required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work.

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work.

The likely salary range for this position is $149,469 - $201,250. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
25-50%

Telecommuting Options:
Onsite

Work Location:
USA VA Chesapeake

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Our Identity Verification Process:
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About Our Work:
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.

Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at
gdit.com/tc .

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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QEHS/SAFETY DIRECTOR


Contribute to the strategic direction of the business and support impactful mission outcomes as a QEHS/Safety Director at GDIT. Here, you'll enable the success of the most critical government missions and the growth of a meaningful career in QEH/Safety Operations.


QEHS/SAFETY DIRECTOR



Quality, Environmental, Health and Safety (QEHS)


Responsible for planning and coordinating Quality, Environmental, Health and Safety (QEHS) activities with respect to GDIT compliance with Federal, State and Local regulations for the Navy Marine Corp (NMC) Sector. Maintain GDIT Corporate certifications for ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 at the following locations; Chesapeake VA, California, MD, and Pawcatuck CT.



JOB DESCRIPTION:


We are looking for an experienced quality / safety director to join our company. In this role, you'll be responsible for creating and overseeing quality, health and safety protocols for the Navy and Marine Corps sector, primarily bi-coastal waterfront operations in support of the United States Navy and Marine Corps and ensuring that staff members are properly informed regarding emergency preparedness, use of protective equipment, and accident protocol.


To drive operational success, the Director will champion company health and safety initiatives while ensuring strict compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910 / 1915 standards as well as environmental requirements with hazardous materials/waste, air permitting, and other environmental concerns relating to maritime support. The ideal candidate should excel at rapidly identifying workplace hazards and executing proactive solutions to minimize health risks and prevent incidents.



QUALITY / SAFETY DIRECTOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Developing and implementing workplace safety policies and procedures in accordance with OSHA standards.
• Providing personnel with safety-related information such as training sessions, emergency protocols, and proper use of safety equipment.
• Reviewing existing policies and procedures to ensure they are current for both internal practices and regulatory requirements.
• Overseeing the sector's daily quality, environmental and safety operations and identifying opportunities for improvement of safety regulations.
• Performing audits and inspections of work areas and jobsites to identify possible quality and safety issues (Shipboard and Facilities).
• Oversee site personnel physically inspecting all work areas and jobsites to identify possible quality and safety issues.
• Conducting risk assessments to minimize workplace accidents, occupational illnesses or long-term health hazards.
• Preparing quarterly quality and safety reports and presenting the information to sector management and company level quality and safety team.
• Collaborating with management to plan and implement a safety protocol budget.
• Maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) ISO 9001:2015, and demonstrate expertise in Quality Assurance, NAVSEA Standard Items and QA requirements beyond 009-004, including 9090-310 and related directives. Experience developing and implementing Quality Plans, conducting QA audits, maintaining QMS documentation, and training personnel in QA best practices for shipboard modernization and repair.
• Manage a cross-functional QEHS organization that includes functional team leaders and subject matter experts across Safety and Environmental (EHS), Quality Assurance (QA), and the Quality Management System (QMS). Responsibilities include ensuring the organization is properly staffed, structured, and resourced to support sector-wide operational needs; providing leadership direction; developing personnel capabilities; and driving efficiency and coordinated execution of safety, quality, and compliance initiatives.

QEHS/QUALITY / SAFETY DIRECTOR REQUIREMENTS:


Proven Management experience dealing with complex work environment

• At least 15 years' experience as a Quality or Safety Manager in a complex safety environment.
• BS degree
• Thorough understanding of shipboard safety and quality standards associated with shipboard modernization.
• Experience developing and implementing Quality Plans and Surveillance Plans and Schedules
• Excellent knowledge of OSHA standards and federal safety legislation.
• Solid knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices in the workplace.
• Experience developing and leading Corrective Action, Continuous Improvement programs
• Familiarity with writing health and safety policies and procedures.
• Proficiency in conducting data analysis and reporting statistics.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills as well as excellent management and leadership skills.

Security clearance level: Secret
US citizenship required


GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace


OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work.


OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work.


The likely salary range for this position is $149,469 - $201,250. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.



Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40



Travel Required:
25-50%



Telecommuting Options:
Onsite



Work Location:
USA VA Chesapeake



Additional Work Locations:



Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.



Our Identity Verification Process:
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.



About Our Work:
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.


Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at

gdit.com/tc .


Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

PI286337271