Safety Manager

Description

• Lead, develop, and enforce company wide safety programs, policies, and procedures
• Promote a strong safety culture through leadership engagement, training, and field presence
• Ensure compliance with all applicable OSHA, state, and federal safety regulations
• Conduct regular job site inspections, audits, and safety observations to identify hazards and drive corrective actions
• Facilitate accident, incident, and near miss investigations and prepare detailed reports with corrective measures
• Partner with operations, field leadership, and management to support safe work planning and execution
• Develop and deliver safety training, toolbox talks, and orientation programs for employees and contractors
• Monitor and track safety metrics, trends, and performance indicators to support continuous improvement
• Maintain safety documentation, certifications, and records in compliance with company and regulatory standards
• Coordinate with insurance providers, auditors, and regulatory agencies as needed
• Serve as a resource for employees by providing guidance on safe work practices and risk mitigation
• Oversee the full lifecycle of company fleet vehicles, from procurement to retirement
• Manage vehicle licensing, registration, permitting, insurance, inspections, and maintenance
• Ensure fleet operations are safe, compliant, cost-effective, and aligned with company goals
• Lead driver onboarding and ongoing driver management, including assignments, scheduling, performance monitoring, and training
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local transportation regulations
• Maintain accurate vehicle and driver records to support audits, insurance renewals, and regulatory reviews
• Coordinate vehicle inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs
• Monitor fleet performance, costs, fuel usage, and utilization, identifying areas for improvement
• Manage fleet-related vendors and programs, including gas cards and fleet tracking systems
• Investigate incidents, manage insurance claims, and implement corrective actions when needed
• Collaborate with supervisors, employee services, and management teams to support daily operations
• Prepare reports and recommendations for leadership related to fleet performance, budgets, and future needs

Requirements

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a safety role within construction, telecommunications, utilities, or a related field
• Experience supporting field crews and job-site operations is strongly preferred
• OSHA 30, Fall Protection, or similar industry safety certifications
• Demonstrated experience conducting safety inspections, audits, and incident investigations
• Experience working in regulated environments with a focus on continuous improvement and risk reduction
• Prior experience leading or supporting multi-site safety programs is a plus
• Strong organizational, record-keeping, and reporting skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally with leadership, supervisors, and external vendors
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a regulated, operational environment
• Proficient with fleet management systems, tracking tools, and basic reporting software

Salary Description

$75,000 - $105,000 Hour