Regional Safety Manager

SunrunSunrun·Remote(Flexible / Remote)
Other
Excel

WFA Digital Insight

As the demand for renewable energy continues to soar, companies like Sunrun are leading the charge. With a 25% increase in solar panel installations in 2025, the need for skilled safety professionals has never been more pressing. The Regional Safety Manager role is a critical component of Sunrun's commitment to a 'Goal Zero' culture, where employee development, well-being, and safety come first. To succeed in this role, candidates will need to blend deep OSHA technical expertise with a modern, tech-forward approach to injury prevention. With the right skills and experience, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a real impact on the future of clean energy.

Job Description

## About the Role The Regional Safety Manager is a strategic leader role responsible for overseeing OSHA safety compliance and risk mitigation across a multi-state region. This individual will serve as the primary architect for the region's data-driven safety strategy, leveraging Advanced Analytics and Artificial Intelligence to predict high-risk scenarios, optimize resource allocation, and drive Sunrun's 'Goal Zero' culture. As a key member of the safety team, the Regional Safety Manager will work closely with branch-level leadership and supervisors to ensure a culture of safety excellence.

Day-to-day, the Regional Safety Manager will be responsible for ensuring 100% compliance with OSHA regulations, managing internal audits, and serving as the primary point of contact for regulatory agency inspections or inquiries. This will involve developing and implementing a comprehensive safety strategy, leveraging data analytics to identify areas of high risk, and working with cross-functional teams to develop and implement controls to mitigate those risks.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in occupational health and safety, with a deep understanding of OSHA regulations and a proven track record of success in managing safety programs. They will also have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data sets and develop actionable insights.

## What You Will Do - Ensure 100% compliance with OSHA 1904, 1910, and 1926 standards across all regional branches - Lead regional internal audits and serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agency inspections or inquiries - Manage the accuracy and timely submission of OSHA 300, 300A, and 301 logs - Partner with Data Science/IT teams to implement AI tools that analyze historical safety data, S.A.F.E. site visit metrics, and telematics to identify leading indicators of risk - Use AI-generated 'Heat Maps' and risk scores to direct regional Safety Supervisors and Managers to the crews, branches, or job sites with the highest probability of an incident - Develop and track sophisticated Leading Indicators, such as S.A.F.E. visit quality, 'Good Catch' frequency, and training completion rates - Manage regional safety dashboards in Tableau to provide real-time visibility into safety performance for executive leadership - Utilize data to identify systemic trends in 'Near Misses' and 'Good Catches,' developing targeted regional 'Safety Resets' based on empirical evidence - Coach branch-level leadership/supervisors on how to interpret safety data and conduct effective SAFE visits

## What We Are Looking For - Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health & Safety or Data Science - Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a safety leadership role - CSP (Certified Safety Professional) certification highly desired - Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data sets and develop actionable insights - Strong understanding of OSHA regulations and a proven track record of success in managing safety programs - Experience with Advanced Analytics and Artificial Intelligence - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams - Strong leadership and coaching skills, with the ability to develop and implement effective safety strategies

## Nice to Have - Experience with Tableau or other data visualization tools - Knowledge of solar panel installation or construction industry - Experience with AI-powered safety tools - Certification in a related field, such as construction or environmental health and safety

## Benefits and Perks - Competitive salary and benefits package - Opportunity to work with a leading company in the renewable energy industry - Collaborative and dynamic work environment - Professional development opportunities, including training and certification programs - Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options - Access to cutting-edge technology and tools - Comprehensive health and wellness program - Generous paid time off and holidays

How to Stand Out

- Tip: Develop a deep understanding of OSHA regulations and a proven track record of success in managing safety programs to stand out as a candidate.

  • Tip: Be prepared to provide specific examples of how you have used data analytics to identify areas of high risk and develop controls to mitigate those risks.
  • Tip: Showcase your ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and develop and implement effective safety strategies.
  • Tip: Highlight your experience with Advanced Analytics and Artificial Intelligence, and be prepared to discuss how you have applied these tools in a safety context.
  • Tip: Be prepared to discuss your approach to leadership and coaching, and how you have developed and implemented effective safety strategies in the past.
  • Tip: Research the company and the role thoroughly, and be prepared to discuss how your skills and experience align with the company's goals and objectives.
  • Tip: Practice your communication and interpersonal skills, and be prepared to provide specific examples of how you have worked effectively with teams in the past.

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