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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$96K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering impactful environmental projects. Lead multidisciplinary efforts in site assessment, remediation, and reclamation while managing client relationships and men...

Guelph, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive safety excellence by leading EHS initiatives, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of health and safety in a manufacturing environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance safety pr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead regional operations, driving P&L accountability and client relations while managing a team of 150. Leverage your expertise to enhance business development and ensure compliance across multiple st...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$165K - $250K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion EHS initiatives by developing and implementing programs that ensure compliance, reduce operational risks, and enhance employee safety. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improve...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$77K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and implementing comprehensive environmental, health, and safety programs, ensuring compliance and promoting a safe workplace for all employees and surroundin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by leading a dynamic team in environmental remediation and emergency response. Drive operational excellence, manage budgets, and foster client relationships while ensuring safety a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading environmental remediation operations, ensuring compliance, safety, and profitability. Drive project performance, manage budgets, and foster client relationships while devel...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead and enhance EHS programs, ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of safety and sustainability. Collaborate with site leaders and teams to drive performance and innovative solution...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$74K - $88K *

Join us to develop and implement industrial hygiene programs that ensure safety and health across diverse projects. Collaborate with experts, apply your knowledge, and gain hands-on experience in a dy...

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead the environmental health and safety strategy, ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering a Zero-Incident Culture. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and manage ISO 14001 system to e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$102K - $128K *

Drive the evaluation and implementation of radioactive waste management programs, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations. Collaborate on policy development and training initiatives...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$76K - $98K *

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

$125K - $140K *

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United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Lead construction inspection efforts for major transit projects, ensuring compliance with codes and contract requirements. Collaborate closely with project teams, conduct site visits, and maintain acc...

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

$85K - $100K *

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2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

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North York, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering impactful environmental solutions. In this hybrid role, you'll conduct site investigations, develop remediation strategies, and collaborate with multidiscipl...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $150K *

Champion environmental compliance by providing expert consulting, conducting audits, and developing tailored solutions. Collaborate with clients to enhance their programs and ensure regulatory adheren...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $90K *

Unlock your potential as you oversee health, safety, and environmental compliance in a dynamic manufacturing environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance workplace safety and sust...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Drive world-class process safety initiatives to protect personnel and optimize operations while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and enhancing sustainable manufacturing practices...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $145K *

Empower your career by leading safety initiatives on construction sites. Collaborate with teams to implement safety programs, conduct inspections, and ensure compliance with regulations while fosterin...

2 weeks ago

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

$72K - $104K *

Drive your career with impactful projects! Leverage your expertise in environmental science and collaborate with a dynamic team on site investigations, compliance, and remediation processes to restore...

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  •   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.