Dir, Safety

Job Reference Number: 38728
Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite 
Segment: Elior Corporate
Brand: ENA Corporate
Location: Houston, Texas (US-TX) 

Location: This position is based on site at our corporate office in Houston, TX, Monday - Thursday in office and remote on Fridays. The office address is 4920 Westway Park Blvd, Houston, TX 77041.

Compensation

$130,000 – $150,000 annually, based on experience.

Director, Corporate Safety Programs (Individual Contributor)

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Summary

This is a corporate safety leadership role focused on enterprise safety programs, analytics, and cross-segment strategy. The Director partners closely with business unit safety leaders and operational leadership to drive proactive safety improvements across the organization.

This position does not manage safety at a single facility or site and does not have direct reports. Instead, it serves as the corporate leader responsible for developing, coordinating, and advancing enterprise-wide safety programs and performance.

The role is highly hands-on and analytical, requiring the ability to translate safety data, operational insights, and emerging risks into practical initiatives that strengthen employee safety across multiple business segments.

Responsibilities

Enterprise Safety Strategy & Program Leadership

• Lead the development and continuous improvement of enterprise-wide workplace safety programs across all business units.
• Partner with business unit safety leaders to promote alignment, consistency, and adoption of best safety practices across the organization.
• Serve as the corporate subject matter expert for enterprise safety programs, providing guidance and support to segment safety leads.
• Evaluate existing safety initiatives and implement improvements that reduce risk and strengthen employee safety outcomes.

Safety Performance Analytics & Reporting

• Own the tracking, analysis, and reporting of company-wide safety metrics, including incident rates, trends, and leading indicators.
• Identify patterns and emerging risk areas through safety data analysis and develop targeted action plans to improve safety performance.
• Prepare and present safety performance insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Monitor safety performance trends across business units and support leaders in executing improvement initiatives.

Proactive Risk Identification & Prevention

• Anticipate emerging safety risks and develop preventative strategies to mitigate incidents before they occur.
• Monitor external factors such as weather events, operational changes, and industry trends, proactively reinforcing safety guidance to operational teams.
• Collaborate with business unit leaders to implement preventative measures that protect employees and reduce operational risk.

Incident Review & Investigation Leadership

• Lead or support investigations for significant safety incidents to determine root cause and corrective actions.
• Participate in the incident review process, evaluating major incidents and identifying opportunities for preventative improvement.
• Ensure investigation outcomes translate into practical safety improvements across the organization.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Influence

• Partner with Risk Management, HR, Legal, Operations, and Insurance teams to strengthen the organization’s safety framework.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of safety policies, procedures, and compliance programs.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on safety strategy, trends, and organizational risk.Support a culture where safety concerns are raised, addressed, and continuously improved across the organization.

Required Qualifications

• Experience supporting or leading corporate or multi-site safety programs, including analyzing safety performance metrics and driving enterprise safety initiatives.
• Experience working with multiple business units, regions, or operating segments to improve safety outcomes.
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards and workplace safety regulations.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence leaders across the organization.
• Willingness to travel approximately once per month to operational locations across the United States to support safety program initiatives and collaboration with business unit safety leaders.

Our Benefits:

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
• Paid Time Off

About Elior North America:

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer: This job description can be revised  by management as needed.