Retail Safety Director

Description

Job Summary

The Retail Safety Director provides strategic leadership and oversight of safety programs across all convenience store locations. This executive-level role ensures a safe and secure environment for employees and customers, drives continuous improvement in safety performance, and ensures compliance with all relevant regulations. The Director collaborates with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to embed safety into the company’s culture and operations.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Leadership: Set the vision and direction for retail safety initiatives across all store locations.
2. Program Development: Oversee the design and implementation of safety policies and programs tailored to retail operations.
3. Risk Management: Lead enterprise-wide risk assessments and ensure proactive hazard mitigation.
4. Incident Oversight: Direct investigations of major incidents and ensure root cause analysis and corrective actions are implemented.
5. Compliance: Ensure full compliance with OSHA, EPA, FDA, and other applicable regulations.
6. Training: Oversee the development and delivery of safety training programs for all levels of staff.
7. Emergency Preparedness: Lead the development and execution of emergency response plans.
8. Data & Reporting: Analyze safety performance metrics and present findings to executive leadership.
9. Culture Building: Champion a culture of safety through communication, recognition, and accountability.
10. Collaboration: Partner with store operations, HR, legal, and other departments to align safety with business goals.

Requirements

 Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, Environmental Health, or related field (Master’s preferred).
2. 10+ years of progressive experience in safety management, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
3. Proven success managing safety programs across multi-site retail or service environments.
4. Deep knowledge of federal, state, and local safety regulations.
5. Strong leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills.
6. Preferred Certifications: CSP, CHST, OSHA 30/510.

Expectations:

1. Ability to travel regularly to store locations.
2. Comfortable working in both office and field environments.
3. Able to conduct physical inspections and respond to emergencies as needed.

Job Environment:

While carrying out job responsibilities, the employee may encounter hazardous or caustic chemicals and varying weather conditions. Work can take place both indoors in an office setting and outdoors in extreme temperatures. The employee might also be exposed to moving mechanical parts, flammable materials, and occasional vibrations. Noise levels can sometimes be loud. This role involves working in both office and external environments, with site travel being necessary. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Compensation:

Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and other job-related qualifications. For the purpose of this role, the salary opportunity is: 

PAY - $120,000 to $150,000 annually.

About us: Haffner's: A Regional Leader Fueled by Family, Integrity, and Safety. 

At Haffner's, we're more than a company – we're a family. As a prominent wholesale fuel distributor in New England, we've established a strong presence, managing 72 gas stations, convenience stores, car washes, and food service locations. Our renowned Haffner's brand operates across Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine. We go beyond fuel distribution, offering heating oil, propane, and HVAC services to 45,000 customers across the region. Our commitment to integrity and safety is unwavering; it's in everything we do. We prioritize building relationships and consistently doing the right thing.

Our culture thrives on growth, innovation, and excellence. As a part of our team, you'll contribute to our ongoing success, embracing the core values of "Fueled by Family," "Always do the right thing," and "Safety...In everything we do." Join us and be a part of a dynamic, forward-thinking organization that's shaping the future across diverse business markets.

Haffner’s is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to those with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, change of sex or transgender status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Haffner’s is committed to providing a safe work environment for all employees.

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