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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$183K - $270K *

Champion IAM initiatives by leading technical implementations and team growth, ensuring seamless access and compliance across global operations while driving automation and user-centric solutions...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$85K - $90K *

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4 weeks ago

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

$130K - $140K *

Lead the charge in transforming data into strategic insights, driving analytics initiatives and developing advanced solutions that empower decision-making across the value chain using modern BI tools...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Drive partner success by developing key relationships and executing strategic business plans in the Latin America region, enhancing revenue through effective channel programs and collaboration with sa...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$152K - $173K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $175K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $189K *

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $150K *

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$65K - $100K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$65K - $100K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $128K *

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$125K - $145K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $156K *

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1 week ago

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

$80K - $115K *

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $100K *

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive building performance and energy efficiency by conducting assessments, audits, and evaluations for diverse properties. Collaborate with clients to enhance sustainability and reduce operational co...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing engineering and manufacturing projects, collaborating across teams to ensure timely execution, budget adherence, and high-quality outcomes that drive business growth and in...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $162K *

Support the Director of Risk Strategy in executing enterprise risk initiatives, enhancing AI governance, and conducting scenario analysis. Collaborate across functions to ensure effective risk managem...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $100K *

Lead the enhancement of our business continuity program, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure operational readiness and effective response to disruptions. Drive training initiatives and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $252K *

Transform internal sales productivity by leading product managers to align strategies, enhance workflows, and leverage data-driven insights across enterprise platforms, ensuring measurable outcomes an...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Engage with customers as a trusted advisor, driving value and growth through strategic account management. Proactively identify needs, enhance product adoption, and ensure exceptional support to maxim...

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3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join us as a Field Service Engineer, providing top-notch customer support for battery systems and UPS products. Drive solutions, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with teams to ensure customer sati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.