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 *

Drive a culture of safety and compliance in a precast concrete facility, leading EHS initiatives, risk assessments, and training programs to ensure a safe environment for all employees and contractors...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $85K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence by managing multiple client sites, ensuring high service quality, and fostering strong relationships. Drive client satisfaction and retention while overseeing...

Markham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of environmental health and safety by leading compliance initiatives, driving EHS excellence, and fostering a culture of safety in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate wit...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead quality assurance efforts for a major federal construction project, ensuring compliance with federal standards and organizational policies. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement effective q...

4 days ago

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

$100K - $140K *

Lead the charge in overseeing production operations, ensuring efficiency and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and engage with customers to deliver timely updates and foster a culture o...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Drive production excellence by overseeing operations, managing schedules, and ensuring quality standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead a dedicated production team to achieve timely...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at the Global Security Operations Center by leading daily operations, managing incident responses, and ensuring compliance while fostering team development and collaboration across...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$89K - $125K *

Join a team that's driving environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives across operations, overseeing programs to ensure regulatory adherence while championing waste reduction and resource...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$101K - $151K *

Manage a facility's maintenance operations to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable production. Lead maintenance strategy, optimize costs, and enhance equipment performance. Drive improvements and ensu...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of safety in Oil & Gas projects by driving compliance, fostering a proactive culture, and collaborating with teams to ensure effective risk management and project execution across all...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $148K *

Shape the future of occupational health and safety by leading OH&S initiatives, ensuring compliance and risk management at moderately complex sites. Partner with teams to enhance program maturity and...

Huntsville, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Shape a proactive safety culture as the EHS leader for a manufacturing site, ensuring compliance with regulations and corporate standards. Drive initiatives for Zero Harm, operational continuity, and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$190K - $220K *

Elevate rail infrastructure management by leading maintenance strategies and asset policies for the California HSR project. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure operational excellence and support...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in commercial management, ensuring compliance and effective contract administration across multiple projects while collaborating with diverse teams to drive success and mitigate risks...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Manage and oversee engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Lead teams, troubleshoot issues, and communicate progress to clients while maintaining safety and quality s...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Engineer and manage diverse engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Oversee resource allocation, troubleshoot issues, and maintain client communication while promotin...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Manage and oversee engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Lead teams, troubleshoot issues, and communicate effectively with clients while maintaining safety and qual...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Drive environmental compliance leadership across California sites, ensuring adherence to regulations and best practices. Collaborate with EHS Managers and plant leadership to foster a culture of conti...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $100K *

Transform EHS strategies across multiple sites by ensuring compliance, driving risk mitigation, and motivating culture change in safety and environmental practices for a workforce of 300 employees, en...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $165K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing manufacturing performance through effective maintenance strategies. Collaborate across all levels to drive safety, reliability, and continuous improvement in...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of health, safety, and environmental performance, ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering a proactive safety culture while managing risk and leading process safety initiative...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Empower teams to drive quality and safety improvements across healthcare operations. Lead complex projects, collaborate with leadership, and implement innovative strategies to enhance clinical outcome...

3 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality and safety through innovative process improvement initiatives. Lead clinical teams, manage complex projects, and drive change in a dynamic healthcare...

3 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading maintenance operations in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance equipment reliability, drive continuous improvement, and e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Reimagine operational excellence by leading a team to enhance service delivery, optimize processes, and ensure compliance. Collaborate with management to drive productivity and foster a culture of saf...

3 days ago

  •   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.