Safety Manager

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Full Time Corona, CA, US

Salary Range: $ To $ Annually

The Safety Manager leads the development and execution of enterprise-wide safety strategies to foster a proactive culture of risk management, continuous improvement, and compliance. This role requires exceptional leadership, strong communication, and advanced analytical skills to influence decision-making at the highest levels. The Safety Manager oversees a team of field safety professionals, ensures seamless execution of the incident reporting and claims process, and partners cross-functionally with Operations, Risk, HR, and Executive Leadership to achieve best in class safety performance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of field safety professionals; set clear expectations, hold accountability, and foster a culture of trust, motivation, and continuous growth.
• Enforce safety protocols with consistency and fairness, modeling best practices while inspiring others through example.
• Maintain resilience and patience when facing challenges, demonstrating adaptability in dynamic field environments.
• Presentation & Analytics
  • Design, manage, and analyze safety dashboards, KPIs, and trend reports; translate findings into actionable recommendations.
  • Deliver compelling presentations to senior leadership, articulating risks, progress, and solutions with clarity and confidence.
  • Conduct Root Cause Analyses on incidents and near misses; lead corrective action planning and communicate outcomes effectively.
• Ensure the incident reporting and claims process flows seamlessly, including triage, investigation, documentation, and closure.
• Partner with Risk and HR teams to support injury case management, workers’ compensation strategies, and return-to-work programs.
• Field Engagement & Compliance
  • Maintain a strong field presence; conduct inspections, audits, and observations to reinforce compliance with CAL/OSHA and federal, state, and local regulations. A majority of time is spent in the field.
  • Collaborate with operations leaders and employees to identify risks, resolve issues, and foster teamwork.
  • Support and refine environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs and IIPP sub-programs.
• Employee Engagement & Education
  • Facilitate training, orientations, toolbox talks, and incentive programs to promote safety ownership.
  • Actively engage employees by demonstrating empathy, supportiveness, and open dialogue.
  • Address resistance constructively, using emotional intelligence, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills to drive positive outcomes.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

Language:
Spanish bilingual preferred (ability to communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking field employees strongly desired).

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, Construction Management, or a related field preferred, with a minimum of 7 years of progressive safety experience, including leadership responsibility managing safety programs or teams in a construction or field operations environment. In lieu of a degree, candidates must have at least 10 years of progressive safety experience with demonstrated leadership overseeing safety programs or personnel.

Certifications:

OSHA 10, 30, 500, CSM/CSP, or similar certifications strongly preferred.

Regulatory Knowledge:
Strong knowledge of CAL/OSHA and relevant local, state, and federal safety regulations.

Technical

Skills:

Proven ability to analyze safety data, build dashboards, and provide actionable recommendations to senior leaders; advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills required.

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