Explore Safety Manager Jobs

Safety Managers help organizations protect employees, reduce operational risks, and meet workplace health and safety requirements. Browse vetted Safety Manager opportunities on Ladders, where listings focus on professional roles paying $100,000 or more. Openings may be available across industries such as construction, manufacturing, energy, logistics, healthcare, and technology.

What Does a Safety Manager Do?

Safety Managers develop and oversee programs that help prevent injuries, illnesses, and property damage. Typical responsibilities include conducting risk assessments and site inspections, investigating incidents, delivering safety training, maintaining documentation, and advising leaders on safer work practices. They may also monitor regulatory requirements, coordinate audits, and track performance metrics to guide continuous improvement.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience in occupational health and safety, hazard identification, incident response, and compliance. Strong candidates communicate clearly, build trust with employees and executives, analyze safety data, and lead practical change across teams. Depending on the role and industry, employers may request a related degree, professional certifications, knowledge of applicable regulations, or experience managing safety programs across multiple locations.

Where Safety Managers Work

Safety Manager roles are found in organizations with complex worksites, equipment, supply chains, or regulated operations. Responsibilities and qualifications vary by employer: a construction position may emphasize jobsite inspections and contractor coordination, while a manufacturing or energy role may focus on process hazards, emergency readiness, and operational controls.

Find Safety Manager Roles on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted Safety Manager job opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for compensation, location, responsibilities, and qualifications, then tailor your resume to highlight measurable outcomes such as reduced incident rates, successful audits, or improved training completion.

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$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing operational efficiency and driving strategic initiatives. This role focuses on program coordination, process improvement, and project tracking within a global...

Los Angeles, CARemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading strategic initiatives and scaling growth in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Collaborate closely with the CEO and leadership team to drive measurable result...

Oregon, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $126K *

Champion compliance excellence by managing issue lifecycles, ensuring accurate documentation, and driving remediation efforts. Collaborate with stakeholders to uphold compliance standards and enhance...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $130K *

Drive project execution from planning to closeout, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. Lead safety initiatives and manage resources effectively while cultivating client relationships and fos...

Newark, NJRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform day-to-day operations by leading a diverse team, optimizing production efficiency, and enhancing employee performance while ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $130K *

Empower project success by managing earthwork construction initiatives, ensuring compliance and efficiency from planning to execution. Drive collaborative safety practices and foster relationships to...

Newark, NJRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $164K *

Engineer comprehensive land development projects for EV and AV charging stations. Oversee design, permitting, and construction phases while managing budgets and client communications. Collaborate with...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$165K - $175K *

Deliver seamless integration of security operations by managing vendor teams, mentoring embedded employees, and aligning strategies with client objectives while fostering communication and operational...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive growth by leading a high-performing sales team focused on early-stage companies. Collaborate with leadership to refine strategies, enhance sales processes, and foster a supportive culture, ensur...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $192K *

Optimize the orchestration platform for remittance transactions, defining its scope and capabilities while ensuring reliability and scalability for future products. Collaborate with engineering teams...

Miami, FLRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of compliance by overseeing the Corporate Compliance Program. Partner with leadership to ensure adherence to regulatory standards, develop training, and manage compliance risks across...

Maryland, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Transform procurement operations by leading strategy and team management in a regulated manufacturing environment. Drive supplier performance, cost efficiency, and material availability to support pro...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$175K - $180K *

Oversee and enhance cloud operations for classified environments, guiding teams and ensuring service quality. Drive improvements in technical processes while maintaining compliance and security standa...

Virginia, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$184K - $188K *

Join a team that's leading technical operations for classified cloud services. Provide expert guidance, oversee quality metrics, and ensure seamless service delivery while collaborating with engineeri...

Virginia, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful cost management strategies, oversee project budgets, and enhance client value through effective analysis and reporting. Collaborate with diverse teams to foster relationships and suppo...

Birmingham, ALRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$167K - $250K *

Elevate service operations by developing strategies that enhance performance, drive accountability, and ensure customer satisfaction through effective leadership and operational excellence in a comple...

Oregon, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $114K *

Support project risk management initiatives across various sectors, collaborating with stakeholders to identify, analyze, and mitigate risks. Lead qualitative and quantitative assessments to enhance p...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $140K *

Join our team to shape innovative industrial solutions, driving product strategy and execution. You'll lead cross-functional efforts, ensuring compliance and safety while delivering impactful products...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$149K - $175K *

Champion a high-performing software engineering team to drive innovative solutions in the transportation sector. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to enhance development methodologies and ens...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading technical execution of Electrification Solutions projects. Drive safety, quality, and customer satisfaction while managing resources and risks to ensure project succes...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$94K - $106K *

Drive emergency management excellence by leading program development, ensuring compliance with regulations, and enhancing operational readiness in long-term care settings. Collaborate with stakeholder...

Brampton, ONRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$200K *

Transform the future of compassionate sales leadership by guiding a dedicated team to deliver exceptional service and support to families, ensuring a positive environment that fosters growth and excel...

Spokane, WARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI products by leading a talented engineering group. Drive delivery, foster growth, and ensure quality while collaborating closely with product experts to exec...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$103K - $123K *

Drive growth by managing a sales territory, building relationships, and generating premium. Leverage existing partnerships while prospecting new agencies to achieve targets and expand market presence...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $90K *

Shape the future of logistics by managing operations, ensuring customer satisfaction, and leading teams. Drive profitability through effective P&L analysis while fostering a culture of safety and comp...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Safety Manager do?question toggle

    A Safety Manager leads workplace health and safety efforts, including identifying hazards, developing prevention programs, conducting inspections, investigating incidents, training employees, and supporting compliance with relevant requirements.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Safety Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by industry and employer. Many roles seek occupational safety experience, knowledge of relevant regulations, strong communication and leadership skills, and the ability to manage safety programs. Some employers also require a related degree or professional certifications.

  • Which industries hire Safety Managers?question toggle

    Safety Managers work in industries such as construction, manufacturing, energy, logistics, healthcare, and technology. The specific hazards, regulations, and day-to-day responsibilities depend on the workplace.

  • How can I find Safety Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Safety Manager listings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Check each posting for salary, location, responsibilities, and qualifications.

  • How can I strengthen my application for a Safety Manager role?question toggle

    Highlight relevant industry experience, safety leadership, compliance expertise, and measurable results. Examples include reducing incident rates, improving audit outcomes, strengthening training programs, or expanding safety practices across sites.