Safety Manager

Job Description

Job Description

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