Description

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

Leadership & Strategy

• 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.

Incident & Claims Management

• 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.
• 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

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Language: Bilingual in Spanish required
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, or related field preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 7 years of leadership experience managing a safety team in a construction or field operations environment.
• 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.
• Communication & Presentation: Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to engage effectively across all organizational levels.
• Leadership Competencies:

Strong communication skills: articulate expectations, actively listen, and provide constructive feedback.

Leadership & discipline: enforce safety protocols consistently while motivating through example.

Emotional intelligence: manage one’s own emotions and those of others effectively.

Problem-solving: identify root causes and implement strategic solutions.

Adaptability: adjust leadership style to different personalities and environments.

Assertiveness: set boundaries and expectations firmly while maintaining fairness.

Empathy & support: understand team perspectives and foster a positive, supportive culture.

Conflict resolution: mediate disagreements constructively and promote collaboration.

Resilience: maintain composure, persistence, and patience in the face of challenge

OTHER CRITERIA:

• Work Location: Corona, CA
• 10%-20% Travel
• Complies with company policies and procedures.
• Performs job safely with respect to others, property and individual safety