Safety Lead

The Safety Lead provides leadership in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of safety programs across assigned operations. This role serves as a key safety resource to field leadership and project teams, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and company standards while driving a proactive safety culture. The Safety Lead conducts safety audits, leads incident investigations, mentors safety personnel, develops training initiatives, and partners with operational leaders to reduce risk and improve overall safety performance. Success requires a collaborative leader who builds trust, coaches others effectively, and follows through on corrective actions.

At PPC Partners we believe in the Power to Serve along with the Pursuit of Excellence. As such the following values guide our behaviors: A Servant's Heart -- Focus on the Needs of Others, Wisdom -- Insightful, Integrity -- Honesty and Trustworthy, Courage -- Decisive and Confident in Others, Humility -- Modest and Respectful, Passion -- Unfailing Dedication

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Safety Program Support & Compliance:

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of company safety programs, policies, and procedures at the jobsites.
• Partner with operational leadership to establish and achieve safety objectives and performance metrics.
• Conduct comprehensive safety audits, inspections, and assessments of jobsites, facilities, and work practices.
• Evaluate regulatory requirements, safety performance data, and industry best practices to recommend practical program improvements.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on OSHA, state, local, customer, and company safety requirements.
• Monitor compliance trends and identify opportunities for proactive risk reduction.
• Lead corrective action initiatives and ensure timely closure of identified deficiencies.
• Assist branch and project leadership in developing solutions for complex safety concerns.
• Analyze safety performance data, identify trends, and prepare reports for leadership review.
• Support company initiatives focused on achieving and sustaining an incident-free workplace.

Training, Team Development & Field Engagement:

• Serve as a visible safety leader through regular field presence and employee engagement.
• Mentor Safety Specialists and field personnel in hazard recognition, regulatory compliance, and incident prevention.
• Build strong working relationships with project teams, supervisors, and craft employees.
• Promote open communication regarding hazards, concerns, near misses, and improvement opportunities.
• Recognize and reinforce positive safety behaviors and best practices.
• Support employee involvement initiatives.
• Coach supervisors and crews regarding safe work practices and accountability.
• Address imminent hazards promptly, escalate unresolved concerns, and coordinate safe work resumption in accordance with company policy.
• Lead safety orientation programs for new employees and subcontractors.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs, toolbox talks, and leadership development activities.
• Support qualification and certification programs including OSHA, First Aid/CPR, aerial lift, forklift, and other required training.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and identify additional development opportunities.

Incident Investigation & Risk Management

• Lead incident, injury, vehicle, property damage, and near-miss investigations.
• Facilitate root cause analyses and develop effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure all incidents are documented accurately and reported in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.

Pre-Construction & Planning Support:

• Participate in preconstruction and work planning meetings to identify project risks, develop site-specific safety plans, and communicate customer requirements before work begins.
• Assist with high-risk activity planning, including energized work, confined space entry, crane operations, and critical lifts as applicable.

Safety/Hazard Recognition & Elimination:

• Pre-plan and identify the methods to eliminate hazards daily by work task.
• Execute skill in observing habits and hazards of others and bringing it to their attention.
• Uphold safety as the most important goal of our company. Support goal of achieving zero accidents.
• Promote and encourage open communication between field and office regarding all safety concerns, suggestions, improvements, and PPE needed.
• Obtain safety training as expected by all company personnel.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Safety Management, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of occupational safety experience required.
• Demonstrated experience coaching safety personnel or leading safety initiatives required.
• Construction and/or electrical industry experience strongly preferred.
• OSHA 30 Certification required.
• First Aid/CPR certification required or ability to obtain.
• Professional certifications such as CHST, ASP, CSP, OHST, or equivalent preferred.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel regularly between project locations.

Experience, Skill and Abilities

• Demonstrated leadership and coaching abilities.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety practices.
• Ability to build trust, influence safe work practices, and collaborate with employees and leaders at all levels.
• Excellent incident investigation and root cause analysis skills.
• Strong presentation and training facilitation abilities.
• Ability to analyze data and prepare executive-level reports.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, and safety management software.
• Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high levels of accuracy and accountability.
• High degree of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to safety excellence.

Physical Requirements

• Office and field environment requiring sitting and standing. Travel to various construction sites is essential, exposing employee to outdoor elements, noise, and the need to stand and walk.

Pieper Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer.