Director of Safety Hawaii (Req #: 319)Goodfellow Bros Inc

Application Instructions

We appreciate you choosing Goodfellow Bros. for your future career opportunity. Please complete the online application and attach your resume. We will review your application and contact you regarding next steps.

Internal candidates are considered first for the first three (3) calendar days after the role is posted.

Thank you,

Goodfellow Bros. Recruiting Team

Goodfellow Bros. (GBI) is a large heavy-civil contractor with operations throughout the West Coast & Hawaii. Our company is a fourth-generation, family-owned business, celebrating over 100 years in the industry! We have earned a reputation for professionalism and integrity that reflects our longstanding commitment to the individuals, businesses, and resources of the communities in which we live and work.

GBI has always maintained that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are now seeking to add to our team. We are looking for a Director of Safety Hawaii to join our team. This role is open to multiple locations in Hawaii, depending on candidate fit.

Position Description

The Director of Safety Hawaii serves as a key leader of GBI’s corporate safety team. This role provides direction and leadership bridging corporate vision and field execution, ensuring that safety is embedded in every level of the organization to protect the health and well-being of every employee. The Director oversees the implementation, and continuous improvement of company-wide safety programs, ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements (OSHA, MSHA, DOT, etc.), and drives initiatives that reduce risk, enhance performance, and align with GBI’s mission and values.

Position Summary

Strategic Leadership Support

1. Assists with the development and execution of the long-term safety vision in alignment with GBI’s strategic vision and
2. annual operating plan as well as industry best practices
3. Serve as a trusted advisor to the VP of Safety, providing insight on safety impacts related to strategy, mentorship, project
4. execution, compliance and risk management
5. Champion cultural transformation initiatives that embed safety, emphasizing behavioral safety and frontline engagement
6. Establish and monitor safety performance metrics (leading and lagging indicators) to identify trends and improvement
7. opportunities.
8. Represent GBI with external partners, including ACIG, regulatory agencies, and industry associations.

Program Development & Oversight

1. Implement, and continuously improve corporate safety programs, policies, and procedures to ensure consistency and
2. effectiveness across all GBI divisions, subsidiary organizations, regions and projects.
3. Leverage digital tools and analytics to enhance visibility, proactive risk management, and data-driven decision making
4. Oversee incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action plans; ensure lessons learned are shared and
5. acted upon companywide.

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Mitigation

1. Ensure full compliance with all federal, state, and local safety regulations.
2. Assist in development and execution of the annual Project Life Saver (PLS) plan.
3. Partner with insurance providers, legal counsel, and regulatory bodies as necessary during investigations or claims.

Team Leadership & Development

1. Lead, mentor, and inspire the Safety Professionals and Subsidiary Organizations within the Hawaii Region.
2. Build succession pipelines, development plans and assist in annual reviews to strengthen safety professionals at all levels
3. Promote cross-functional collaboration between Safety, Operations, Claims, Equipment, HR, and Legal teams to drive
4. shared accountability for safety outcomes
5. Collaborate in the GCIP implementation for subcontractors by working closely with our GCIP manager, project teams and
6. the contracting department.

Operational Integration

1. Partner with safety professionals and Operations to integrate safety goals to deliver balanced and sustainable
2. operational performance
3. Support and guide safety professionals in executing programs that meet corporate standards and Operational needs.
4. Conduct regular site visits to engage with frontline workers and assess program effectiveness

Competitive Benefits & Total Rewards at Goodfellow Bros.

At Goodfellow Bros., employee well-being is a top priority. Our comprehensive total rewards package is designed to support your physical, mental, and financial health while offering the flexibility to meet the diverse needs of you and your family. Here’s what you can expect:

This position offers a salary range of $160,000 to $180,000 annually.

Additional Compensation

1. Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): As a partially employee-owned company, GBI offers eligible employees the opportunity to build long-term wealth through shared ownership.
2. 401(k) + Profit Sharing: Immediate eligibility with generous annual employer contributions that go beyond traditional match programs.
3. Wellness Incentives: Earn up to $700 per year for participating in healthy lifestyle activities.
4. Employee Referral Bonuses: Help grow our team and receive bonuses for successful referrals.

Benefits

1. Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance: Low-cost plan options, including Premera HSA (WA, OR, CA), Kaiser HMO (OR, CA, HI), and HMSA (HI). Preventive care is covered at 100%.
2. Paid Time Off: Up to 26 days of vacation, 9 sick days, and 11 paid holidays annually.
3. Parental & Family Leave: One paid bonding week, with additional unpaid leave available.
4. Disability & Life Insurance: Company-paid short-term and long-term disability, plus life insurance coverage up to 1.5x your annual salary.
5. Training & Career Growth: Access to leadership development programs, mentorship, and career advancement support.
6. Perks & Community Programs: Charitable contribution matching, paid volunteer time, and retail discounts.

Internal candidates are considered first for the first three (3) calendar days after the role is posted.

Required Education, Experience, and Technical Knowledge

1. Candidates must have the legal right to work in the US without employer sponsorship.

Education and Experience:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or related field.
2. 10+ years of progressive safety leadership in heavy civil construction or related high-risk industry

Knowledge and Certification:

1. Extensive knowledge of OSHA, MSHA, DOT, and environmental health & safety regulations
2. Certified Safety Professional (CSP), CHST, or similar accreditation required
3. Proven ability to lead through influence, communicate across all levels of an organization, and earn the trust of field personnel.

Travel:

1. This role requires up to 50% travel, including frequent neighbor island travel with overnight stays and occasional mainland travel as needed.

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.