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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$80K - $95K *

Champion quality excellence by leading initiatives, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration across teams. Drive operational success through effective quality management practices and continuo...

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality excellence by leading compliance initiatives, enhancing processes, and fostering collaboration across teams. Utilize your expertise to maintain ISO standards and develop impactful qualit...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Pioneer quality excellence by developing and enhancing systems that elevate customer satisfaction, streamline processes, and ensure compliance across our manufacturing operations. Lead a dedicated tea...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion operational excellence by leading client-facing teams to enhance service delivery, drive continuous improvement, and foster a culture of accountability. Collaborate closely with stakeholders...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$76K - $107K *

Lead the charge in ensuring laboratory safety by providing expert guidance, conducting inspections, and fostering a collaborative safety culture among research teams while ensuring compliance with env...

Today

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

$90K *

Lead daily operations to optimize warehousing, shipping, and receiving processes. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while managing team performance and ensuring compliance with safety and quali...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K *

Lead daily operations by managing warehousing, logistics, and team performance. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Foster a motivated...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K *

Lead day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency and safety in warehousing. Oversee staff management, customer relations, and continuous improvement initiatives to meet productivity and service goals w...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K *

Optimize daily operations by managing warehousing, logistics, and team performance to achieve productivity and service goals while ensuring safety and compliance with company standards...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$81K - $112K *

Shape the future of project delivery by collaborating with diverse teams to manage contracts, improve processes, and drive consistency across impactful infrastructure projects while enhancing your com...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$81K - $112K *

Elevate your career by driving commercial excellence in project delivery. Collaborate with diverse teams to manage contracts, improve processes, and support informed decision-making across impactful i...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$92K - $127K *

Champion commercial management across transportation projects, driving contract negotiations, risk assessments, and financial oversight. Collaborate with teams and clients to enhance project performan...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$92K - $127K *

Join a team that's driving commercial excellence in transportation projects, managing contracts, negotiations, and risk while collaborating with clients and stakeholders to enhance project performance...

Thornhill, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of quality management by leading strategic initiatives that enhance product integrity, drive continuous improvement, and foster collaboration across teams to meet customer expectation...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Drive the successful execution of heavy highway projects across multiple states, ensuring adherence to quality, safety, and budget standards while fostering client relationships and identifying new bu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at the Memphis Manufacturing Site by leading the Maintenance Department to enhance asset reliability, optimize equipment performance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$91K - $136K *

Lead the charge in developing and mentoring a diverse team to enhance safety, quality, and performance. Drive productivity improvements through data analysis while ensuring customer satisfaction acros...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$91K - $136K *

Optimize operations by leading a diverse team to enhance safety, quality, and performance. Drive productivity improvements through data analysis and collaboration, ensuring timely delivery and excepti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing facility operations and safety. Oversee maintenance activities, implement preventive programs, and enhance production efficiency while ensuring compliance wi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$91K - $136K *

Lead the charge in developing and mentoring a diverse team to optimize safety, quality, and performance. Drive productivity improvements through data analysis while ensuring customer satisfaction acro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$91K - $136K *

Transform operations by leading a dynamic team to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency. Drive productivity through data analysis and collaborative problem-solving while ensuring timely customer del...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$91K - $136K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead and develop talent, ensuring safety, quality, and performance. Drive productivity improvements through data analysis while maintaining customer satisfaction across all...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$81K - $122K *

Transform operations by leading a dynamic team to enhance safety, quality, and performance. Drive productivity improvements through data analysis while ensuring timely customer deliveries in a fast-pa...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$91K - $136K *

Lead the charge in optimizing operations by managing a diverse team, ensuring safety and quality, and driving productivity improvements through data analysis and collaboration with support teams to me...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$91K - $136K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team to enhance safety, quality, and performance in our operations. Drive productivity improvements through data analysis while ensuring customer satisfaction...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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.