Head of Health and Safety

Safety Manager

Safety Manager Fairfield, NJ, USA

Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with 2025 total revenues reaching approximately $4.4 billion. Herc Rentals serves customers through approximately 609 locations and has about 9,700 employees in North America as of March 31, 2026.

Primarily responsible for providing effective safety management services for all Region and Field employees by utilizing professional workplace safety problem-solving and relationship skills. Proactively applies knowledge of safety regulations/standards as well as policies and procedures, as well as knowledge of company products and services. Assists other Safety Managers as needed and Field employees on safety and health matters.

Supports the branch staff to evaluate their safety program, develop corrective action plans, and carry out/follow-up action plans. Evaluates status of progress toward meeting safety program objectives and initiates appropriate actions. Assists the region at all levels with preparation and delivery of formal and informal safety training to Herc Rentals employees and customers at customer locations. Motivate and develop field personnel to sustain Herc Rentals' safety programs across scope of operation. Supports Operations Management's commitment to corporate social responsibility and expected performance of program. Manages and communicates Regulatory Agency inspections or site visits to Senior Leadership. Conducts/Coordinates annual Location Safety Evaluations, prepares detailed reports, assists location management with action plan development and conducts follow-up actions until complete. Liaison as necessary with other internal departments or external organizations/relevant authorities, and provides assistance and cooperation concerning audits and remedial actions. Assists in the safety requirements at location startups. Develops personal and professional skills and capability through on-going training, as provided by the company or elsewhere such as meetings, conferences, seminars as determined by the Safety Department. Other projects as designated by direct Supervisor.

Familiarity with safety, environmental and transportation laws and regulations, and procedures Problem-solving methodologies Conflict resolution methodologies Presentation skills Education: Associate or Bachelor's - Safety, or related field; proven progress toward completion of an AA/AS or BA/BS Skills A strong team player, experience with high performance teams Ability to travel Commitment to company values Computer competence- MS Office products, Safety Management systems, etc Demonstrated problem solving and negotiation skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong Customer Orientation

115,000 - $145,000 total compensation plan + fleet truck

Keeping you healthy Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Life and disability insurance Flex spending and health savings accounts Virtual Health Visits 24 Hour Nurse Line Healthy Pregnancy Program Tobacco Cessation Program Weight Loss Program Building Your Financial Future 401(k) plan with company match Employee Stock Purchase Program Life & Work Harmony Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacations, Sick Days) Paid parental leave. Military leave & support for those in the National Guard and Reserves Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program Tuition Reimbursement Program Auto & Home Insurance Discounts Protecting You & Your Family Company Paid Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Company Paid Disability Insurance Supplemental Disability Insurance Group Legal Plan Critical Illness Insurance Accident Insurance

Herc does not discriminate in employment based on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, political affiliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.