Safety Manager

Who We Are:

From Georgia. For Georgia.  Since 1914 Yancey Bros. Co. has proudly served as the authorized Caterpillar equipment dealer for Georgia, providing our customers with the highest quality sales, parts and service.  From Caterpillar heavy and compact construction equipment to on-highway trucks, we remain committed to learning more about our customers, offering equipment and support to keep up with their changing needs.  This all starts with our greatest asset…our employees.

What You Will Be Doing:

As the Safety Manager, you will lead and support Yancey's safety programs across multiple locations.  Reporting directly to the EHS Director, you will be responsible for driving a proactive safety culture, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading a team of safety professionals. 

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities:

• Leadership and Culture: 
  • Champion a culture of safety throughout the organization, promoting accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of safety professionals across various sites.
  • Collaborate with operational leaders to integrate safety into daily business practices.
• Program Management: 
  • Oversee the implementation and continuous improvement of EHS programs, policies, and procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Manage incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
  • Develop and monitor safety KPIs, dashboards, and performance metrics.
  • Lead risk assessments, job hazard analyses, and site audits.
  • Coordinate emergency response planning and training.
• Training and Communication:
  • Design and deliver engaging safety training programs for employees at all levels.
  • Communicate safety expectations, performance, and initiatives clearly and effectively.
  • Serve as a key liaison between field operations and corporate EHS leadership.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Identify trends and opportunities for improvement through data analysis and field observations.
  • Lead cross-functional safety initiatives and projects.
  • Stay current with industry best practices and regulatory changes.

Education/Experience:

• The knowledge, skills, and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. 
• 5+ years of progressive safety experience, preferably in industrial, construction, or heavy equipment environments. 
• Prior leadership experience managing safety teams or programs. 

Required Qualifications/Skills:

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency in safety management systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to travel to multiple sites across Georgia and Mississippi as needed.

Preferred Qualifications/Skills:

• CSP, CHST, or similar safety certification.
• OSHA 30-hour or equivalent.

Environmental Job Requirements:Environment:

• Mix of office and field environments.
• Occasional exposure to outdoor weather, heavy equipment, and operational hazards.

Physical:

• Will require appropriate Personal Protection Equipment to be worn.

Travel:

• Typically requires travel up to 30% of the time.

Who We Are Looking For:

The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, a skilled communicator, and a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, operationally diverse environment.