Safety Manager

CGLFM Richmond City Jail
Richmond, VA 23223, USA

Must be able to pass pre-employment drug test and criminal background check.

CGL is a provider of justice facility planning, design, and program management and maintenance solutions to justice facilities and other public facilities throughout the U.S. and internationally. CGL Facility Management, LLC provides comprehensive contract facility maintenance services to commercial clients.

Reporting to the President / Vice President of CGL FM, the Safety Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and leading the Environmental, Health and Safety programs for CGL Facility Management. The Manager will manage all aspects of safety compliance, accident prevention, and investigation according to OSHA, DOT, other federal/state regulations and Company Policy standards. He/she will identify best practices, incorporate them into our standards, and continuously improve company safety.

• Serve as primary advisor regarding environmental, safety, and health issues for all management levels throughout the company and advise senior management and executive team.
• Report all work‑related incidents (near miss, first aid, and injuries) using the company RMIS system with appropriate documentation and investigations.
• Lead investigations of the most serious incidents, conduct lessons learned (root cause analysis), and make adjustments to affected policies, procedures, and standards.
• Develop a safety near‑miss and accident reporting program that will facilitate discussions and training.
• Establish and promote a safe and healthy work environment ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Develop, recommend, and implement policies and procedures to control identified hazards and risks associated with facilities operations and foster a safety culture beyond what is mandated.
• Assist in continuous improvement of hazard identification and safety risk assessment schemes in accordance with company policies.
• Conduct site safety audits and inspections; complete comprehensive reports of findings with corrective plans to ensure compliance.
• Conduct annual review of all safety practices and update documents accordingly.
• Measure effectiveness and continually improve processes by developing job‑specific safety training and procedures.
• Determine training schedule for all OSHA required training and maintain a tracking system for all required OSHA safety training.
• Create or modify written OSHA programs within the facilities.
• Manage Workers Compensation injuries, Return to Work and Light Duty Programs in partnership with the Corporate Risk Management Department and Human Resources; conduct accident investigations.
• Coordinate safety activities and training to ensure implementation of safety awareness programs.
• Assess workplace hazards, determine risks, and provide solutions efficiently, timely, and cost‑effectively.
• Drive for the company in either a company vehicle or a personal/rental vehicle more than 50% of the time to perform work duties.

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Operations, Safety Management or a related field. Required.
• 4‑6 years of experience in safety management industry. Required.
• Experience managing occupational injuries and Workman’s Compensation claims. Required.
• Certified Safety Professional. Required.
• Safety and Occupational Health knowledge, OSHA 1904, 1910 and 1926 regulations. Required.
• Knowledge of environmental, health and safety requirements. Required.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills. Required.
• Ability to adapt and learn in a changing work environment. Required.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities. Required.
• Strong attention to detail. Required.
• Strong organizational skills. Required.
• Ability to work in a team environment. Required.
• Demonstrated strong problem solving and analytical skills. Required.
• Ability to encourage and build a culture of inclusion. Required.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office. Required.
• Effective communicator (verbal and written) at all levels of an organization. Required.
• Must be able to pass pre‑employment drug test and criminal background check. Required.
• Must have a…