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Safety Lead - Freedom Boat Club
- Brunswick (St. Petersburg, FL)
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Position Overview** **:
The Safety Lead supports Freedom Boat Club (FBC) by executing safety programs, coaching managers, and strengthening safety culture at the operational level. Reporting to the EHS Manager, this role ensures safety initiatives are executed consistently across club locations and that managers are equipped to lead safety within their teams. The Safety Lead is also responsible for leading safety initiatives and process improvement projects, as well as managing the safety performance metrics dashboard using advanced Excel skills to track, analyze, and report results. The role requires travel up to 25% of the time to Freedom Boat Club locations. Role will be remote; with regional concentration in Tampa or Southwest Florida
At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership Development & Culture Building
+ Coach and develop managers to strengthen their ability to lead safety.
+ Promote a culture that balances accountability with encouragement and recognition.
+ Lead training sessions, campaigns, and communications that reinforce safe practices.
Program Execution & Support
+ Implement FBC safety programs, policies, and initiatives across club operations.
+ Support managers in applying safety standards and embedding safe practices into daily operations.
+ Serve as the primary resource to staff and managers for questions, guidance, and follow-up on safety expectations.
Project Leadership
+ Develop and manage safety projects of limited scope (e.g., training refreshes, pilot programs, or localized process improvements).
+ Track timelines, deliverables, and results, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure completion.
+ Measure project outcomes and recommend improvements for broader use.
Safety Metrics & Reporting
+ Manage and improve FBC’s safety performance metrics dashboard to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
+ Use advanced Excel functions (pivot tables, Power Query, formulas, conditional formatting, etc.) to analyze performance and identify trends.
+ Provide clear reporting and actionable insights to managers and leadership.
Risk Identification & Response
+ Partner with managers to identify hazards, support root cause analyses, and develop corrective actions.
+ Assist in emergency preparedness and response activities, including readiness for severe weather or non-routine tasks.
Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.
Qualifications
+ Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Environmental Health, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience) preferred.
+ 5+ years of progressive safety leadership experience OR 2–4 years of demonstrated leadership within Freedom Boat Club with a proven track record of influencing safety culture and operational outcomes.
+ Strong proficiency in Excel, with ability to manage, analyze, and present data.
+ Experience leading projects from planning through execution.
+ Strong coaching, facilitation, and communication skills with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization.
+ Marina or marine services experience strongly preferred.
+ Ability to travel up to 25% of the time to support Freedom Boat Club locations.
Core Competencies
+ Strong empathy and active listening
+ Ability to build trust and meaningful relationships
+ Clear, respectful, and persuasive communication
+ Coaching and leadership development
+ Recognition of others’ contributions and positive reinforcement
+ Advanced Excel/data analysis skills
+ Project planning and execution
+ Influencing without authority
+ Analytical thinking and problem-solving
+ Commitment to safety culture and continuous improvement
Working Conditions:
+ This position is a full time (40-hour work week) opportunity. Role will be remote; with regional concentration in Tampa or Southwest Florida
The anticipated pay range for this position is $62,800 - $90,500 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job- related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
At Brunswick, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the salary range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context.
This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), well-being program, product purchase discounts and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here (https://www.brunswick.com/careers/culture-benefits/benefits) .
Why Brunswick:
Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we’re committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards (https://www.brunswick.com/careers) !
About Brunswick:
Brunswick Corporation is a leader in the marine industry, and we’re looking for people just like you to take part in the movement towards better boating for all. We rely on the thoughtful input of people from all backgrounds to create compelling, innovative products for our customers around the globe. As such, diversity, equity, and inclusion are priorities in the enduring culture of our company. As a world leader in emerging recreational products and technologies, when you join our team, you become part of some of the most innovative, forward-looking brands in the marine industry today.
About Freedom Boat Club:
Freedom Boat Club – the world’s largest members-only boat club – was founded in 1989 in Sarasota, Florida. Today, the Clubs 400+ locations welcome hundreds of members to its docks each day to enjoy a day on the water while we take care of the rest including fueling, cleaning, maintenance, and more.
With over 30 years of Boating Made Simple®, Freedom Boat Club (a division of Brunswick Corporation) continues to be a passionate group of individuals who focus on raising the bar in everything that we do. We are always looking for hardworking, motivated and competitive people who share our passion for getting others out on the open waters.
To learn more about open positions within the Freedom Boat Club, please visit the Brunswick Corporation Careers page (https://www.brunswick.com/careers) .
_Next is Now!_
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