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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$90K - $110K *

Unlock your potential by driving sales growth in the Pacific Northwest for our Resinous Flooring Market. Manage key accounts, create demand, and collaborate with teams to achieve profit goals while en...

Portland, ORRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic organization by leading a talented engineering team. Drive innovation in AI-assisted software development for healthcare solutions, ensuring quality, security, and ope...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$106K - $126K *

Elevate strategic partnerships with wholesalers, driving commercial success through collaboration and innovative planning. Leverage market insights to enhance performance and achieve business objectiv...

Texas, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$106K - $151K *

Reimagine customer engagement in the IoT space, driving innovative solutions for small to medium businesses. Leverage your sales expertise to navigate complex negotiations and build lasting relations...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $170K *

Lead the charge in shaping portfolio-level product strategy for P&C insurance technology. Collaborate across multiple product lines to drive data-driven investment decisions and enhance overall portfo...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative solutions in a dynamic startup, bridging operations and product development to enhance healthcare reimbursement processes through data-driven strategies and collaboration...

Brooklyn, NYRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $175K *

Drive sales growth by engaging healthcare professionals with innovative cardiac solutions, ensuring effective utilization and education on ZOLL products while achieving sales objectives and maintainin...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$113K - $197K *

Lead the charge in defining product strategy and roadmap, translating business objectives into actionable plans. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation and operati...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $154K *

Drive excellence in emergency services management, overseeing operations, strategic planning, and performance metrics to enhance safety and security across multiple sites in a dynamic, fast-paced envi...

Virginia, USRemote

Today

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

$84K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic team of Optical Design Engineers to innovate and implement cutting-edge DWDM network solutions, ensuring project success and exceeding performance targets while collaborating across dep...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing a multidisciplinary environmental team, driving business development and technical oversight for energy infrastructure projects while ensuring compliance and fostering clie...

Minnesota, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Champion project success by managing software implementations across diverse teams. Drive efficiency and functionality through effective communication, risk management, and strategic planning, ensurin...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $500K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic team focused on developing medical stop loss programs. Drive sales initiatives, build relationships, and leverage innovative marketing strategies to achieve growth in...

North Carolina, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving sales growth in the Northeast by expanding existing accounts and exploring new markets. Leverage your expertise to develop strategic business plans and enhance customer rela...

Nashua, NHRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform talent acquisition by leading strategic initiatives that foster growth. Develop and optimize recruitment processes while creating a culture of inclusion and innovation to attract top talent...

Atlanta, GARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$89K - $150K *

Transform sourcing strategies to optimize cost, quality, and risk while managing competitive events and stakeholder partnerships. Drive process improvements and digital transformation in sourcing and...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

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

$105K - $245K *

Lead the charge in developing and empowering a high-performing sales team. Foster a strong team culture while driving improvement and accountability in a rapidly changing environment, leveraging data...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$109K - $128K *

Empower your career as you collaborate with a dynamic team to drive the adoption of cutting-edge IoT solutions. You'll shape the future of essential industries by enhancing supply chains and ensuring...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $130K *

Lead project management efforts in mission-critical environments, overseeing design and construction phases. Collaborate with diverse teams, manage budgets, and ensure client satisfaction while drivin...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$180K - $210K *

Drive strategic growth and operational excellence in IT program management, overseeing federal contracts and leading Agile teams to enhance supply chain solutions for the Department of Veterans Affair...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive the success of training programs by leading daily operations, ensuring effective onboarding, and adapting training to meet evolving client and operational needs while fostering trainer developme...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $185K *

Transform the future of engineering design by leading diverse teams to deliver high-quality electrical engineering solutions. Drive project success through strategic oversight, mentoring, and adherenc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead quality oversight for drug manufacturing, ensuring compliance with cGMPs. Collaborate with vendors on batch record review and product disposition for global clinical programs, thriving in a dynam...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $180K *

Elevate customer success by managing strategic federal programs, ensuring seamless implementation and adoption of innovative solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive project execution and enh...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the product strategy for high-performance data processing, driving innovation across hybrid and cloud environments. Collaborate with teams to define roadmaps and ensure SAS remains integral t...

Cary, NCRemote

Today

  •   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.