The Goley Companies
Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Director
The Goley Companies, Maryland Heights, Missouri, United States, 63043
Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Director
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Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Director
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The Goley Companies
Position Summary The Goley Companies (TGC) is a values‑driven family of building performance brands operating across residential, commercial, and industrial environments. Through our national platform and trusted local teams, we deliver technical expertise, precision installation, and measurable outcomes in insulation, air‑sealing, firestopping, and related services. Safety is a core leadership discipline that protects our people, strengthens operations, and enables responsible partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute the Company’s HSE strategy across all operations, including material installation, ladder/lift/scaffolding activities, material handling, transportation, facility and other related duties and installations.
Serve as the primary HSE advisor to executive leadership, regional, location, and operational management.
Lead company‑wide safety culture initiatives focusing on hazard awareness, employee engagement, and accountability.
Establish annual safety goals, metrics, and performance standards.
Support acquisition initiatives by assisting with HSE onboarding of newly acquired companies, assessing safety programs, and providing guidance to integrate into The Goley Companies’ standards.
Ensure full compliance with OSHA regulations, including fall protection, respiratory protection, confined spaces, heat/cold exposure, asbestos handling (if applicable), PPE, lockout/tagout, and hazard communication.
Oversee adherence to environmental regulations regarding waste disposal, chemical handling, and insulation material storage.
Maintain all required company safety certifications, registrations, and records.
Interface with regulators during inspections, reporting, or incident investigations.
Oversee development and continual improvement of HSE policies, Safe Work Practices (SWPs), and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) tailored to company operations.
Lead and manage the maintenance, implementation (where necessary), and continuous improvement of company safety manuals, fleet and driver safety programs, and emergency response plans.
Lead and participate in safety audits, job‑site inspections, and facility walkthroughs.
Manage subcontractor safety prequalification and onboarding.
Drive accountability at the location level by partnering with local leadership and location teams to reinforce compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and expectations.
Develop, deliver, and maintain comprehensive safety training programs, including PPE and hazard awareness, driver training, fall protection and ladder safety, OSHA 10/30 courses, respiratory protection and fit testing, material handling and ergonomic safety, heat/cold stress prevention, and new hire safety orientation.
Train supervisors and foremen to conduct daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, and hazard assessments.
Lead all incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action implementation.
Oversee reporting for injuries, near misses, property damage, environmental spills, and other HSE events.
Maintain OSHA logs, workers’ compensation reporting standards, and internal case tracking.
Partner with People & Culture and Operations on return‑to‑work and modified duty processes.
Identify emerging risks and develop mitigation strategies related to company operations, equipment use, vehicle operations, and job‑site logistics.
Analyze safety performance trends and prepare regular reports for leadership.
Recommend improvements to tools, equipment, processes, and training to reduce risk.
Support bid and pre‑construction teams with safety input for upcoming projects.
Collaborate with Regional and Location Managers, Operations leadership, and field supervisors.
Build strong relationships with customers and general contractors to ensure compliance with site‑specific safety requirements.
Participate in pre‑job meetings and customer safety audits.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Construction Management, or related field; or equivalent experience.
7+ years of HSE leadership experience in construction, industrial services, or related trades.
Strong knowledge of OSHA and construction safety regulations.
Experience leading safety programs across multiple job sites or locations.
Successful track record of incident reduction and safety culture improvement.
Excellent communication, training, and leadership skills.
Ability to travel regularly to job sites and company facilities.
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to support growth initiatives, acquisition integration, and development of new hire training programs.
Preferred
Professional certifications such as CSP, CHST, ASP, SMS, or CSHO.
Experience in insulation contracting (mechanical, commercial, industrial).
Experience with safety management systems (SMS), digital reporting tools, and incident management platforms.
Knowledge of workers’ compensation processes and return‑to‑work programs.
Physical Requirements
Ability to walk job sites, climb ladders, inspect scaffolding, and navigate uneven surfaces.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.
Tolerance for varying weather conditions and active construction environments.
Ability to travel to locations and job sites.
Benefits
Competitive pay
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)
Life and AD&D Insurance
Paid time off and holidays
The Goley Advantage When you join our team, you’re not just taking a job — you’re investing in your future. We offer professional growth, industry‑leading training, and a supportive environment built on trust, teamwork, and excellence.
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Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Director
role at
The Goley Companies
Position Summary The Goley Companies (TGC) is a values‑driven family of building performance brands operating across residential, commercial, and industrial environments. Through our national platform and trusted local teams, we deliver technical expertise, precision installation, and measurable outcomes in insulation, air‑sealing, firestopping, and related services. Safety is a core leadership discipline that protects our people, strengthens operations, and enables responsible partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute the Company’s HSE strategy across all operations, including material installation, ladder/lift/scaffolding activities, material handling, transportation, facility and other related duties and installations.
Serve as the primary HSE advisor to executive leadership, regional, location, and operational management.
Lead company‑wide safety culture initiatives focusing on hazard awareness, employee engagement, and accountability.
Establish annual safety goals, metrics, and performance standards.
Support acquisition initiatives by assisting with HSE onboarding of newly acquired companies, assessing safety programs, and providing guidance to integrate into The Goley Companies’ standards.
Ensure full compliance with OSHA regulations, including fall protection, respiratory protection, confined spaces, heat/cold exposure, asbestos handling (if applicable), PPE, lockout/tagout, and hazard communication.
Oversee adherence to environmental regulations regarding waste disposal, chemical handling, and insulation material storage.
Maintain all required company safety certifications, registrations, and records.
Interface with regulators during inspections, reporting, or incident investigations.
Oversee development and continual improvement of HSE policies, Safe Work Practices (SWPs), and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) tailored to company operations.
Lead and manage the maintenance, implementation (where necessary), and continuous improvement of company safety manuals, fleet and driver safety programs, and emergency response plans.
Lead and participate in safety audits, job‑site inspections, and facility walkthroughs.
Manage subcontractor safety prequalification and onboarding.
Drive accountability at the location level by partnering with local leadership and location teams to reinforce compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and expectations.
Develop, deliver, and maintain comprehensive safety training programs, including PPE and hazard awareness, driver training, fall protection and ladder safety, OSHA 10/30 courses, respiratory protection and fit testing, material handling and ergonomic safety, heat/cold stress prevention, and new hire safety orientation.
Train supervisors and foremen to conduct daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, and hazard assessments.
Lead all incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action implementation.
Oversee reporting for injuries, near misses, property damage, environmental spills, and other HSE events.
Maintain OSHA logs, workers’ compensation reporting standards, and internal case tracking.
Partner with People & Culture and Operations on return‑to‑work and modified duty processes.
Identify emerging risks and develop mitigation strategies related to company operations, equipment use, vehicle operations, and job‑site logistics.
Analyze safety performance trends and prepare regular reports for leadership.
Recommend improvements to tools, equipment, processes, and training to reduce risk.
Support bid and pre‑construction teams with safety input for upcoming projects.
Collaborate with Regional and Location Managers, Operations leadership, and field supervisors.
Build strong relationships with customers and general contractors to ensure compliance with site‑specific safety requirements.
Participate in pre‑job meetings and customer safety audits.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Construction Management, or related field; or equivalent experience.
7+ years of HSE leadership experience in construction, industrial services, or related trades.
Strong knowledge of OSHA and construction safety regulations.
Experience leading safety programs across multiple job sites or locations.
Successful track record of incident reduction and safety culture improvement.
Excellent communication, training, and leadership skills.
Ability to travel regularly to job sites and company facilities.
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to support growth initiatives, acquisition integration, and development of new hire training programs.
Preferred
Professional certifications such as CSP, CHST, ASP, SMS, or CSHO.
Experience in insulation contracting (mechanical, commercial, industrial).
Experience with safety management systems (SMS), digital reporting tools, and incident management platforms.
Knowledge of workers’ compensation processes and return‑to‑work programs.
Physical Requirements
Ability to walk job sites, climb ladders, inspect scaffolding, and navigate uneven surfaces.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.
Tolerance for varying weather conditions and active construction environments.
Ability to travel to locations and job sites.
Benefits
Competitive pay
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)
Life and AD&D Insurance
Paid time off and holidays
The Goley Advantage When you join our team, you’re not just taking a job — you’re investing in your future. We offer professional growth, industry‑leading training, and a supportive environment built on trust, teamwork, and excellence.
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