The Goley Companies
Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Director
The Goley Companies, Lake Villa, Illinois, United States, 60046
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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, fire‑stopping, and related services. As we continue to grow, safety is a core leadership discipline that protects our people, strengthens operations, and enables responsible partnerships.
Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy
Develop and execute the Company’s HSE strategy across all operations, and for all staff, 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 newly acquired companies, assessing safety programs, and providing guidance to integrate into The Goley Companies’ standards.
Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
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.
Safety Program
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.
Training & Employee Development
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
Develop new hire safety training plans and provide ongoing support to ensure all new employees receive proper safety orientation and onboarding.
Coordinate third‑party or specialized training as needed.
Train supervisors and foremen to conduct daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, and hazard assessments.
With Materials Management, ensure SDS are accessible and up to date.
Incident Management & Reporting
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.
Risk Management & Continuous Improvement
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.
Management & Collaboration
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 Required
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.
Work Environment
Office, shop, and field/job-site settings.
Regular travel between locations, including overnight travel depending on project needs.
This role offers the opportunity to make a visible, lasting impact across a growing organization where safety leadership is valued and supported at the highest levels. As Health, Safety & Environmental Director, you will define what good standards look like, establish measurable performance expectations, and help leaders at every level take ownership of safety outcomes. Your work will directly influence how teams operate on job sites, how acquisitions are integrated, and how risk is managed as the company continues to expand.
At The Goley Companies, leaders are empowered to act, expected to lead with integrity, and trusted to raise the bar. You will have executive visibility, cross‑functional partnership, and the resources needed to build programs that work in the real world. In return, we offer the stability of a long‑established, family‑owned business and the opportunity to shape safety strategy within one of the country’s fastest‑growing providers of building performance solutions.
If you are a safety leader who thrives on responsibility, values people as much as performance, and wants to leave an organization stronger than you found it, this role offers the scope, influence, and support to do exactly that.
The Goley Advantage
Competitive pay
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)
Life and AD&D Insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Goley Companies by 2x.
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Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Director
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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, fire‑stopping, and related services. As we continue to grow, safety is a core leadership discipline that protects our people, strengthens operations, and enables responsible partnerships.
Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy
Develop and execute the Company’s HSE strategy across all operations, and for all staff, 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 newly acquired companies, assessing safety programs, and providing guidance to integrate into The Goley Companies’ standards.
Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
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.
Safety Program
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.
Training & Employee Development
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
Develop new hire safety training plans and provide ongoing support to ensure all new employees receive proper safety orientation and onboarding.
Coordinate third‑party or specialized training as needed.
Train supervisors and foremen to conduct daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, and hazard assessments.
With Materials Management, ensure SDS are accessible and up to date.
Incident Management & Reporting
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.
Risk Management & Continuous Improvement
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.
Management & Collaboration
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 Required
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.
Work Environment
Office, shop, and field/job-site settings.
Regular travel between locations, including overnight travel depending on project needs.
This role offers the opportunity to make a visible, lasting impact across a growing organization where safety leadership is valued and supported at the highest levels. As Health, Safety & Environmental Director, you will define what good standards look like, establish measurable performance expectations, and help leaders at every level take ownership of safety outcomes. Your work will directly influence how teams operate on job sites, how acquisitions are integrated, and how risk is managed as the company continues to expand.
At The Goley Companies, leaders are empowered to act, expected to lead with integrity, and trusted to raise the bar. You will have executive visibility, cross‑functional partnership, and the resources needed to build programs that work in the real world. In return, we offer the stability of a long‑established, family‑owned business and the opportunity to shape safety strategy within one of the country’s fastest‑growing providers of building performance solutions.
If you are a safety leader who thrives on responsibility, values people as much as performance, and wants to leave an organization stronger than you found it, this role offers the scope, influence, and support to do exactly that.
The Goley Advantage
Competitive pay
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)
Life and AD&D Insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Goley Companies by 2x.
Join to apply for the
Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Director
role at
The Goley Companies .
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