Director, Safety

What makes DHL great? Our People! We know each employee’s individual contributions make us the #1 Delivery and Logistics Company in the world. Distinguished as No. 1 World’s Best Workplace™ by Great Place to Work and Fortune Magazine DHL is committed to maintaining an environment that empowers every team member to make the greatest possible impact on our business. Our culture is about personal commitment - to our business, to each other and to our global communities. DHL is dedicated to being a great place to work. In addition to competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy a range of programs, services and benefits that bring the best to their personal lives. Start YOUR career with DHL today… DHL currently has an opening fora U.S. Head of Safety.TheDirector, Safetyis responsible fordirecting policy and ensuring compliance of existing policies and programs to meet company and governmental compliance in the U.S. service stationsandgateways. The successful candidate will be an experienced leader with excellent communication skills, the ability to create and deliver high impact presentations to customers,executivesand employees, and have the mindset that supports DHL’s corporate strategies and goals. The positionis responsible fora highly motivated, empowered team of professionals dedicated to ensuring DHL’s adherence to unit cost management, operationalcomplianceand service excellence. The candidate reports to the SVP, US Network Operations for DHL Express.Key Responsibilities:Is a part of the US Operations Senior Management TeamWorks closely with regional and global partners to ensure DHL compliance with regards to safety.Leads the U.S. Safety Team to ensure safety compliance and prevention of incidentsActs as subject matter expert on safety policyMaintain awareness of change in regulatory and governmental ordinancesEstablishes and implements policy changeAnalyzes work area hazards and injuries todetermineroot cause and target procedural, instructional or equipment changes to prevent reoccurrenceMonitors andreviewsworker's compensation claims ofemployeesdata detailing cost, lost time, claim frequency, and claim durationSupports periodic claims reviews with management, adjusters,attorneysand casualty claims analystsLead, foster, and sustain a culture that instills safety as a core value at all levels of developmentSkills & Qualifications:Typically requires BS/BA and a minimum of 8 years’ experience in related fieldOperational&/or industrybackground preferredAbility to shape direction and influence senior managementCapability and subtlety to navigate through a matrix organizationAbility to successfully manage a team, including peer managers and senior managersExcellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of managers and executivesMust display a confident demeanor always while always supporting DHL values and 4 Pillars: Motivated People, Great Service Quality, Loyal Customers, and Profitable NetworkEmployee Benefits & IncentivesDHL Express benefits and incentive offerings are designed to reflect a substantial experience for both employees and their dependents during their career and life journey. The specifics will vary, but wherever you join and in whatever role,you'llfind our benefits and rewards are among the best in the industry. They include:Competitive PayBonus/Incentive ProgramsRetirement Savings - 401K with company matchMedical, Dental, Vision, well-being programsTuition ReimbursementGenerous Paid Time Off - Starting at 4 Weeks (PT/FT)Paid LeaveEmployee Discount ProgramEmployee Assistance & Work Life ProgramOutstanding training opportunitiesThe anticipated annual salary range for this position varies by location, as follows:Jamaica, NY: $180,600 - $240,800/yr., DOEChicago, IL: $165,550 - $219,400/yr., DOELos Angeles, CA: $170,850 - $227,800/yr., DOEDHL is committed to working with and providing reasonableaccommodationsto persons with disabilities. The job application process includes this application and possibly one or more interviews. If you believe that you might need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please send an e-mail to , and include your contact information and the requested accommodation. Only messages related to requests for these types of reasonableaccommodationswill be returned. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, The EEO is the Law and supplement are available here: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov)

Created: 2026-04-17