Safety Programs Lead

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Create, manage, audit, document and implement safety processes across Applied’s global operations
• Translate regulatory, safety, engineering, legal, and operational considerations into processes, standards, playbooks, and decision-making structures
• Drive safety escalations and safety decisions to closure, ensuring clear next steps, implementation, and continued compliance
• Track and analyze safety performance indicators, trends, and anomalies to validate our safety processes and implement improvements controls
• Lead Applied’s response to incident and internal safety reporting; monitor the compliance with and effectiveness of existing processes and proactively identify updates
• Lead incident response tabletop drills across Applied’s global footprint
• Work with business teams and customers to ensure Applied’s safety programs evolve with new activities and partners
• Develop and deliver training programs to drive a strong safety-first mindset across operations

Job requirements

• 5-7+ years of experience managing safety systems in highly regulated transportation industries
• Bachelor's degree in Safety Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Risk Management, or a related field
• Background in operational safety, risk management, or safety assurance within a fleet, logistics, or engineering environment
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, identify patterns, and present insights to engineering and management audiences
• Demonstrable ability to operate independently and make sound safety judgments
• Good understanding of industry-relevant standards and guidelines (e.g., AV, automotive, industrials or similar)
• Ability to develop and implement robust safety processes and procedures