Corporate Safety Manager - Portsmouth, VA

Corporate Safety Manager - Portsmouth, VA

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Here at Global- a 1st Flagship Company (), a woman-owned small business, we believe in Individual Accountability, Growth, Integrity, and Respect. We are a leader in Marine Support Services and Emergency Management. Serving as the Department of Navy's trusted Prime Contractor since 1964, we embark on a thrilling mission, managing, operating, and maintaining the U.S. Navy Inactive Ship fleet across diverse locations, including Philadelphia, Bremerton, California, and Hawaii.

The journey begins here, and we invite you to set sail with us and make a real impact in our dynamic and innovative work environment!

Buckle up for an adrenaline-fueled journey on military vessels such as destroyers, aircraft carriers, and an array of other awe-inspiring Navy vessels! Your golden opportunity for an exhilarating career is knocking - are you ready to answer the call? The journey begins here - with Global- a 1st Flagship Company, where we are currently looking for a Corporate Safety Manager to join our team.

• Develop and oversee the company-wide Safety Management System (SMS), ensuring alignment with OSHA, NAVSEA, and federal safety standards.
• Manage all OSHA, NAVSEA, and federal safety compliance requirements across shipyard, industrial, and contract operations.
• Conduct corporate-level safety audits, site inspections, and hazard assessments at shipyards, drydocks, and onboard vessels.
• Build and maintain the company-wide Safety Training and Competency Program; ensure all required certifications remain current.
• Develop and maintain APPs, JHAs, and AHAs for all projects.
• Lead root cause investigations for all incidents and near-misses; manage corrective actions through closure.
• Build and manage safety metrics and dashboards, analyzing TRIR, DART, trends, and compliance indicators; deliver monthly and quarterly reports to senior leadership and federal clients.
• Lead and supervise Safety Officers/SSHOs; serve as liaison with Navy safety officials, OSHA inspectors, and federal customers.
• Integrate safety planning into project kickoffs, operational planning, and support ship repair expansion, ensuring safety readiness for new work scopes and facilities.
• Oversee subcontractor safety compliance and verify adherence to company and federal safety programs.
• Manage hazardous materials handling, waste management, spill prevention, and environmental documentation; coordinate industrial hygiene monitoring (air, noise, exposure).
• Drive a proactive safety culture through continuous communication, coaching, and improvement initiatives.

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Education Required:

Bachelors

Job Category:
Management

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or a related field (or equivalent shipyard experience).
• Minimum 7-10 years of progressive safety experience in maritime or shipyard industrial environments.
• Demonstrated experience managing safety programs for federal ship repair and maintenance contracts (NAVSEA, MARMC, MARAD, MSC, or similar).
• Knowledge of: NAVSEA Standard Items (e.g., 009-07, 009-12, 009-24, 009-32), OSHA 29 CFR 1915 Shipyard Employment standards, NFPA, ANSI, and EPA environmental health standards, Confined space entry, hot work, rigging, and crane operations safety, Environmental spill response and hazardous waste handling.
• OSHA 30-Hour Maritime or Construction certification required (OSHA 500/501 preferred).
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), or Certified…