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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$85K - $100K *

Unlock potential by engineering real-time automation solutions across manufacturing and enterprise levels, utilizing diverse programming and design tools to enhance operational efficiency and mentor c...

Richmond, VARemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Engineer innovative automation solutions across industries, focusing on real-time controls and information systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and mentor peers while tack...

Raleigh, NCRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$99K - $172K *

Join a team that's driving payroll excellence across multiple countries. Lead a dedicated payroll team, ensuring compliance and accuracy for 1,000+ employees while collaborating with various departmen...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$188K - $205K *

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Denver, CORemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

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New York, NYRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

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

$100K - $120K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $150K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $144K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

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Arkansas, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $95K *

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

$96K - $132K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

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Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

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

$81K - $129K *

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $152K *

Engage in leading utility-scale power-system projects, overseeing all phases from planning to execution. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project delivery aligns with client expectat...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$112K - $169K *

Transform enterprise trial experiences by leading tailored execution of Samsara technology. Collaborate across teams to drive success in customer trials, ensuring impactful outcomes that enhance sales...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$89K - $164K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$109K - $164K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

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Des Moines, IARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.