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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$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's focused on driving sales growth in the plastics industry. Utilize your technical expertise and sales experience to foster customer partnerships and deliver tailored solutions across...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $125K *

Transform healthcare analytics by leading the development of APR-DRG audit criteria. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance payment integrity through data-driven insights and innovative so...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$83K - $115K *

Transform service delivery by leading a skilled team of engineers, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction through effective coordination and relationship management. Drive continuou...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $165K *

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Chicago, ILRemote

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

$95K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

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Chicago, ILRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $110K *

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CanadaRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

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United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$147K - $215K *

Optimize customer partnerships by driving operational excellence, resolving site challenges, and enhancing system performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective delivery of c...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing and transforming manufacturing engineering across food production facilities, driving excellence through collaboration, strategic project execution, and continuous improv...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

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Dublin, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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Coppell, TXRemote

1 week ago

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

$170K - $200K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$75K - $98K *

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

$149K - $202K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $144K *

Join a dynamic team to drive operational excellence and process improvements in healthcare. Lead complex initiatives, influence strategy, and enhance care delivery while collaborating across multiple...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $150K *

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Boston, MARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

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Hillsboro, ORRemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $105K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.