Safety Manager

Job Brief

This is an outstanding opportunity to manage safety across a well-established organization, influence company culture, and make a meaningful impact on employee well-being and operational excellence well into the future.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Safety Manager to join our team in Phoenix, Arizona. This role is responsible for leading and coordinating safety initiatives across the organization, ensuring compliance, reducing risk, and promoting a culture of safety excellence across multiple branch locations and construction job sites throughout the southwestern United States.

The ideal candidate is an energetic, organized and disciplined self-starter with a strong background in construction safety and a proven ability to manage programs, train teams, and drive continuous improvement.

About Us
American Fence Company is one of the nation's oldest, largest and most well-known and respected fence industry leaders. We have been in business since 1948. Our mission is "Protecting What Matters". We do this by providing high quality permanent and temporary security solutions for commercial and construction clients, and we do it better than anyone else in the business. We truly value our employees and it shows by our current average tenure of over 10 years!


Key Responsibilities

Safety Program Management & Complianc e
• Evaluate and enhance safety programs to ensure effectiveness and compliance
• Develop, implement, and update safety policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA and other regulatory standards

Training & Employee Development
• Conduct safety training on regulations, hazard recognition, and equipment use
• Deliver construction safety and injury prevention training programs
• Maintain and track employee training records and certifications

Inspections & Workplace Evaluations
• Perform field inspections of job sites, facilities, equipment, and work practices
• Evaluate environmental conditions such as air quality, noise, ventilation, and lighting
• Ensure availability and compliance of safety equipment and emergency resources

Incident Investigation & Data Analysis
• Investigate incidents, injuries, near-misses, and occupational illnesses
• Identify root causes and implement corrective actions
• Analyze safety trends and data to improve performance

Hazard Identification & Risk Mitigation
• Identify workplace hazards and unsafe practices
• Recommend and implement control measures to reduce risk
• Manage hazard communication programs and safety initiatives

Emergency Preparedness & Response
• Develop and maintain emergency response plans
• Coordinate with fire, police, and medical services
• Ensure readiness for emergency situations across the company

Environmental Health & Industrial Hygiene
• Support industrial hygiene programs (air monitoring, noise surveys, ventilation studies)
• Monitor workplace conditions impacting employee health
• Assist with hazardous materials management and environmental compliance

Systems & Technology
• Manage and monitor Samsara for fleet and equipment tracking

Qualifications

Experience
• 5+ years of construction safety management experience
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and EPA regulations
• Experience with hazardous waste, air quality permits, and environmental compliance is a plus

Education
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Risk Management, or related field
Certifications (Preferred)
• CHST, CSP, GSP, or similar safety certification

Technical Skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience with SAMSARA or similar systems preferred
• Familiarity with mobile apps and digital tools; video creation/editing is a plus

Communication
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Additional Requirements
• Ability to travel 25-35% within the southwestern U.S.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Ability to pass background check and drug/alcohol screening

Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen. Valid driver's license issued in the employing state and good driving record.

Benefits:

We offer full Benefit packages to our employees including:

• Group Medical Insurance with prescription coverage
• Dental Insurance
• Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Voluntary AD & D Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Discounts
• 401k with company match