Corporate Safety Manager

Job Summary:

The Corporate Safety Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing safety initiatives across all company sites to ensure a safe and compliant working environment. This role involves managing corporate-level safety policies, conducting audits, coordinating with site safety teams, and ensuring adherence to local, state, and federal regulations. The Corporate Safety Manager plays a key role in fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement across the organization.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Work site safety managers.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities include some or all of the following:

• Develop and implement corporate safety policies, procedures, and standards across all company locations.
• Ensure alignment of safety initiatives with company goals and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the rollout of safety training and awareness programs.
• Conduct corporate-level risk assessments and hazard analyses to identify potential safety concerns.
• Implement strategies to mitigate risks and reduce workplace injuries and incidents.
• Evaluate site-specific safety risks and provide guidance for corrective actions.
• Conduct safety audits at all company sites to ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other relevant regulations.
• Collaborate with site-level safety managers to address non-compliance issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain corporate safety documentation and prepare required reports for regulatory agencies.
• Lead investigations of serious accidents or incidents to determine root causes and prevent recurrence.
• Review incident reports from sites and ensure consistent documentation and follow-up.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs tailored to different roles and responsibilities.
• Ensure all employees are educated on company safety policies, emergency procedures, and regulatory compliance.
• Provide mentorship and support to site safety teams to strengthen their capabilities.
• Partner with senior management to integrate safety considerations into business strategies and operations.
• Act as a liaison between corporate leadership and site safety personnel to ensure alignment of goals.
• Lead the corporate safety committee and foster collaboration across departments.
• Monitor industry trends and regulatory updates to ensure the company stays ahead of compliance requirements.
• Recommend and implement new technologies, tools, or practices to improve safety performance.
• Track safety metrics and KPIs and develop action plans to meet or exceed corporate safety goals.
• Travel to any job site as needed. This could include the need to drive a vehicle, fly in a commercial airplane, ride a train, taxi, etc.
• This position requires the ability to travel nationally or internationally for extended periods of time (weeks, months or years).
• Regular attendance at work is an essential duty.
• Other tasks as assigned.
• Conform to company Quality, Environmental, and Safety policies, any environmental laws, regulations, standards, and other requirements such as permits to operate

Required Skills/Abilities:

• In-depth knowledge of OSHA standards, EPA regulations, and other applicable safety and environmental laws.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for hazard identification and risk mitigation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for training and collaboration.
• Proficiency in safety management software and reporting tools.
• Familiarity with ISO 45001 or other occupational health and safety management systems.
• May involve working in challenging environments such as construction sites or industrial facilities.
• Certification in safety management, OSHA 30-Hour Certification.
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles and how they relate to safety improvements.
• Flexible schedule, with occasional extended hours during emergencies or critical incidents.

Education, Experience, and Training:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field, masters preferred.

Experience: 7 years of experience in safety management, with at least 3-5 years in a corporate or multi-site role.