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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$81K - $105K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

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

$85K - $140K *

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3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Transform national EH&S programs by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing safety standards, and ensuring compliance across diverse operations. Drive a culture of safety excellence while aligning wi...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

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Vaughan, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

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Surrey, BCIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead national EH&S initiatives, driving safety excellence and compliance across diverse operations. Transform strategic goals into actionable frameworks while fostering a cu...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $92K *

Elevate sustainability efforts by managing data tracking, coordinating LEED initiatives, and supporting environmental compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize practices, ensuring building...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead health, safety, and environmental initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites, ensuring compliance and promoting a culture of safety while driving continuous improv...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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The Chemical Engineer will lead the scale-up of energetic material synthesis from laboratory to production scale, focusing on developing safe and efficient manufacturing processes. This role involves...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $160K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $100K *

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$180K - $230K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $113K *

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4 weeks ago

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

$89K - $166K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$104K - $182K *

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

$85K - $100K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $105K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$104K - $146K *

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Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.