Industrial Hygienist Jobs

Industrial hygienists help protect workers and communities by identifying, evaluating, and controlling health hazards in workplaces. Explore vetted Industrial Hygienist opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders, including positions in manufacturing, healthcare, construction, energy, consulting, and government.

What Industrial Hygienists Do

These professionals assess workplace exposures to chemical, physical, and biological hazards, such as airborne contaminants, noise, heat, and infectious agents. They conduct inspections and sampling, interpret results, recommend controls, and help organizations meet occupational health and safety requirements. Many also develop programs, train employees, investigate incidents, and advise leaders on risk reduction.

Common Industrial Hygienist Roles

Job titles may include Senior Industrial Hygienist, Corporate Industrial Hygienist, Occupational Health and Safety Manager, Exposure Assessment Specialist, and Industrial Hygiene Consultant. Responsibilities and titles vary by employer, industry, experience level, and scope of work.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek knowledge of exposure assessment, hazard recognition, sampling methods, and relevant regulations. Strong communication, analytical, report-writing, and project-management skills are valuable, along with experience translating technical findings into practical controls. Many roles require a degree in industrial hygiene, occupational health, environmental health, or a related field. Professional credentials such as Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) may be preferred or required for advanced positions.

Explore Industrial Hygienist Careers on Ladders

Find Industrial Hygienist and related occupational health roles with compensation of $100,000 or more. Browse opportunities by employer, location, and seniority to identify a role that matches your expertise and career goals.

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$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring environmental compliance while managing legal matters effectively. Provide strategic legal guidance on EHS policies and foster collaboration across business un...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$180K - $230K *

Pioneer innovative hydrogeology solutions, lead complex projects, and mentor staff while enhancing client relationships across North America. Drive technical excellence in mine water management and gr...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$180K - $230K *

Empower your career by leading hydrogeology projects, mentoring staff, and enhancing client relationships. This senior role requires technical expertise in mine water management and groundwater analys...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Unlock potential by leading engineering programs at a dynamic healthcare facility. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance operations, ensure compliance, and drive strategic initiatives that support...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives by overseeing inspections, compliance, and documentation processes. Collaborate with suppliers and clients to ensure adherence to standards and enhance operational...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing environmental, health, and safety initiatives across multiple sites. Drive compliance, foster a safety culture, and implement strategic EHS programs to mitigate risks and...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Manage environmental projects by conducting assessments, sampling, and remediation. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure compliance and deliver high-quality reports. Travel may be required up...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $180K *

Partner with us to drive business development initiatives in the water treatment sector, fostering client relationships and solutions. Collaborate with leadership and teams, navigating client needs an...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Transform the safety landscape by guiding teams in compliance and health regulations. Conduct audits, lead investigations, and foster a safety-first culture to ensure a secure work environment across...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Empower your future by leading healthcare engineering projects and business development initiatives, driving innovation, and fostering client relationships in a dynamic, collaborative environment acro...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Champion healthcare engineering projects and business development, leading multi-discipline teams to deliver exceptional design solutions. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance faciliti...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Empower our team by ensuring compliance with EHS&S regulations. Lead initiatives to minimize risks, develop strategies for environmental permits, and foster a culture of safety across all levels of th...

Balzac, ABIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $108K *

Lead the charge in managing complex environmental projects, ensuring quality and compliance while mentoring junior staff. Drive site investigations and remediation efforts, fostering client relationsh...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $140K *

Unlock the potential of our HR systems by leading implementation and management efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data accuracy and improve employee experiences through scala...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate emergency preparedness by developing strategic plans and coordinating operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure readiness and safety across NIH facilities, while leading exercises an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$69K - $108K *

Transform safety practices by collaborating with researchers and management to ensure compliance and enhance environmental health standards within the Biosciences Division, driving continuous improvem...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance and safety across multiple sites. As a Regional Program Manager, you'll lead inspections, audits, and training while managing client relationships a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing the ERTS Commercial Compliance Program across a multi-state region, ensuring client satisfaction through compliance audits, training, and effective program delivery while m...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Join our team as a Regional Program Manager, overseeing compliance programs across multiple states. You'll manage client relationships, conduct audits, and deliver training while ensuring adherence to...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer your career by managing compliance programs across multiple states. Oversee audits, inspections, and training while building client relationships and ensuring regulatory adherence in a dynamic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$89K - $125K *

Join a team that's driving environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives across operations, overseeing programs to ensure regulatory adherence while championing waste reduction and resource...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$74K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to provide environmental compliance and planning support. Leverage your organizational skills and multi-tasking abilities to enhance project outcomes while collaborating with profe...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Empower a proactive safety culture by leading initiatives that ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, protect employees, and promote a safe, healthy workplace across a manufacturing facility...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive a culture of safety and compliance by leading EHS initiatives, engaging personnel, and ensuring regulatory adherence. Collaborate with site leadership to enhance environmental stewardship and pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of environmental safety by leading innovative EHS programs, engaging employees, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Influence and coach teams to foster a proactive stewardship c...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an industrial hygienist do?question toggle

    An industrial hygienist identifies, evaluates, and helps control workplace health hazards. The work can include exposure sampling, risk assessments, recommending controls, supporting compliance, and educating employees and managers.

  • Where do industrial hygienists work?question toggle

    Industrial hygienists work across sectors such as manufacturing, construction, energy, healthcare, government, and professional consulting. Their work may take place at operational sites, in offices, or across multiple locations.

  • What qualifications are common for industrial hygienist jobs?question toggle

    Many positions seek a degree in industrial hygiene, occupational or environmental health, or a related discipline, along with experience assessing workplace hazards. Senior roles may favor professional credentials such as the CIH, depending on the employer and responsibilities.

  • How much do Industrial Hygienist jobs on Ladders pay?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compensation varies by role, employer, location, experience, and qualifications.

  • What skills help industrial hygienists succeed?question toggle

    Useful skills include exposure assessment, hazard control, regulatory knowledge, data analysis, clear technical writing, communication, and project management. The ability to explain complex findings and recommend practical solutions is especially valuable.