What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Manager position at Actalent?
Description
Manage site-wide environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Develop, implement, and maintain the Safety Plan, Environmental Compliance Plan, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and safety training programs. Oversee hazardous waste handling, storage, and disposal in accordance with 40 CFR 265.16 and other EPA standards. Conduct routine facility safety inspections, environmental audits, and risk assessments across all operational areas (maintenance, custodial, grounds, and warehouse). Coordinate and track staff certifications in OSHA, including a 30-hour OSHA outreach Training Program, confined space entry, fall protection, PPE, and spill response procedures. Be available by phone 24/7 and serve as the primary point of contact for safety and environmental compliance during audits, incidents, or regulatory reviews. Investigate accidents and near-miss incidents; lead root cause analysis and corrective action implementation. Maintain and update MSDS/SDS libraries, waste manifests, inspection records, and compliance documentation. Conduct safety briefings, toolbox talks, and emergency preparedness drills with staff and subcontractors. Maintain accurate records of staff schedules, inspection reports, and supply usage. Maintain accurate timekeeping, including timely entry of hours in timecard and Costpoint systems. Monitor and manage employee timekeeping to ensure accurate, timely entry, validation, and approval of labor hours in timecard and Costpoint systems in compliance with company and contract requirements. Supervise and manage assigned personnel, including conducting performance evaluations, coordinating onboarding, and ensuring completion of required training and certifications. Provide ongoing coaching, guidance, and performance feedback to staff, while identifying training needs and ensuring compliance with organizational and contract requirements. Provide timely and accurate purchase reconciliation information for purchases, including submission of required cost codes and supporting documentation on a weekly basis in accordance with company financial procedures. Provide required reporting to management for government deliverables and invoicing (if applicable).
Skills
Project management, Construction management, facilities maintenance management, facilities support
Top Skills Details
Project management,Construction management,facilities maintenance management,facilities support
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Shall possess at least five (5) years of recent experience managing environmental, health, and safety programs in a federal, military, or large-scale facilities operations environment. Completed hazardous waste management training per 40 CFR 265.16 (or must obtain within 90 days of hire and maintain annually). Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and DHEC requirements as they relate to facilities operations and support services. Experience with incident investigation, safety audits, environmental reporting, and regulatory inspections. Proficient in Microsoft Office and capable of maintaining digital compliance records and safety data. Excellent communication, training, and documentation skills. Professional safety or environmental certification preferred (e.g., OSHA 30, CHMM, CSP, CSHO, HAZWOPER, etc.).
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Charleston, SC.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in North Charleston,SC.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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Salary : $45 - $50