Head of Health and Safety

Safety Manager

Mechanical

Type: Permanent

TRS Staffing Solutions is currently seeking a high-caliber Safety Manager for a direct-hire opportunity with our client's team of experienced professionals.

Our client is a leading employee-owned engineering, construction, and building systems organization recognized for delivering innovative solutions across commercial, industrial, healthcare, energy, institutional, and mission-critical markets. With a strong commitment to operational excellence, employee development, and workplace safety, our client continues to deliver some of the nation's most complex and innovative projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced safety professional to play a key leadership role in driving safety performance, promoting a culture of accountability, and ensuring compliance across multiple projects and operational environments.

The Safety Manager is responsible for managing and coordinating safety activities for an assigned region, area, or business unit to ensure compliance with company, client, and regulatory safety requirements.

This role serves as a trusted resource for field operations and leadership teams by providing guidance, oversight, and support for environmental, health, and safety initiatives. The successful candidate will help drive continuous improvement in safety performance while fostering a proactive and safety-focused culture throughout the organization.

401(k) plan with company match and immediate vesting

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual performance-based bonus opportunity

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability income protection coverage

Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time off

Professional development and training opportunities

Manage and coordinate safety activities for assigned projects, facilities, or operational regions

Conduct safety audits and inspections and recommend corrective actions to address hazardous conditions

Ensure compliance with company policies, client requirements, and applicable safety regulations

Develop reports, presentations, and safety briefings for management and project teams

Provide strategic and proactive direction on initiatives designed to improve environmental, health, and safety performance

Implement and maintain all aspects of the company safety program and safety manual

Ensure field personnel and subcontractors comply with established safety standards and procedures

Promote consistency, quality, and compliance across all assigned locations

Oversee safety programs to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations

Support accident, incident, and near-miss investigations and corrective action implementation

Provide guidance regarding safety processes, policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements

Assist in the development and administration of safety initiatives and programs

Coach and mentor safety personnel and field teams

Provide performance feedback and support annual review processes for direct reports

Participate in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring efforts for safety-related positions

Bachelor's degree in Safety, Health, Environmental Applied Sciences, or a related discipline

Minimum of 5 years of safety experience, including lead or supervisory experience

Strong knowledge of workplace safety practices and risk management principles

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Experience utilizing health and safety management systems and reporting platforms

CPR and First Aid certifications

OSHA 10-Hour, OSHA 30-Hour, and OSHA 40-Hour training

CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician) certification

ASP (Associate Safety Professional) certification

Experience supporting large-scale construction, engineering, industrial, or manufacturing projects

Experience leading safety initiatives across multiple projects or operational locations

Our client is committed to creating a culture where safety, collaboration, innovation, and professional growth are top priorities. This opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on project success and employee well-being while working alongside industry-leading professionals. You'll join an organization that values its people, invests in development, and provides long-term opportunities for career growth and advancement.

We welcome you to provide OFCCP data voluntarily. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.

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