Safety Supervisor

Position Overview

The Safety Supervisor is responsible for promoting a safe, incident-free work environment across the organization. This role partners with leadership and employees to reduce risk, prevent workplace injuries, and support adherence to safety regulations and company policies. The position also helps drive safety training initiatives and continuous improvement of safety programs and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct safety inspections, audits, and workplace evaluations to identify hazards and improve overall safety performance
• Investigate accidents, near-misses, and incidents; determine root causes and implement corrective and preventative actions
• Respond to and resolve reported safety concerns, hazards, or violations
• Review company policies, procedures, and practices to ensure alignment with applicable safety regulations and standards
• Maintain and audit safety records, reports, and documentation for accuracy and completeness
• Support the development and delivery of safety training programs for employees at all levels
• Partner with leadership to reinforce safe work practices and accountability across teams
• Track and analyze safety metrics and trends to identify areas for improvement
• Participate in internal safety reviews and external inspections as needed
• Recommend and implement process improvements to strengthen workplace safety

Qualifications & Core Competencies

• Accountability: Takes ownership of safety outcomes and responsibilities
• Problem Solving: Identifies issues and develops effective solutions
• Communication (Written & Verbal): Clearly communicates safety expectations and findings
• Coaching: Provides guidance, feedback, and support to employees
• Organization: Manages tasks, records, and priorities efficiently
• Safety Awareness: Proactively identifies and addresses workplace hazards
• Training & Development: Supports employee learning and safe work behaviors
• Adaptability: Adjusts to changing regulations and operational needs
• Time Management: Effectively handles multiple priorities
• Results-Oriented: Focuses on reducing incidents and improving safety performance

Education & Experience

• Associate degree in safety, occupational health, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a safety-related role

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience with safety reporting tools or incident tracking systems is a plus