Corporate Safety Manager

Public Value; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Ports Authority in Savannah, GA seeks a Corporate Safety Manager to develop and oversee safety standards, policies, and culture. You will supervise safety programs, coordinate with port security, and drive safety training and investigations to reduce incidents.

The role requires leadership, strong communication, and a solid background in marine terminal safety and regulatory compliance, with experience guiding staff and reporting to executive management. A CSP/SMP/ASP is preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of marine terminal operations and freight transportation safety regulatory bodies.
• Ability to develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive tactical and strategic safety program.
• Ability to supervise and coordinate projects and staff recommendations/presentations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and positive leadership with people.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and Lotus Notes.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage GPA's comprehensive safety program.
• Collaborate with GPA Police and Port Security on emergency plans.
• Conduct safety audits to ensure policy compliance and EH&S standards.
• Lead investigations (Root Cause, Near-Miss) and corrective actions.
• Prepare safety performance metrics and reports for management.
• Coordinate safety meetings and safety communications.
• Promote safety training and orientation for staff and management.
• Engage in industry safety committees to improve Georgia's deepwater facilities.

Skills

Marine safety knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Safety program development

Leadership

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety Engineering/Environmental Health and Safety

Tools

TWIC

Driver's License

Job description

Safety is the first value of Georgia Ports and the company strives to ensure Port employees and customers have a safe and efficient environment to work in. Under the supervision of the General Manager of Corporate Safety, the Corporate Safety Manager is responsible for the development, implementation, and management of GPA's safety standards, policies, programs, and culture.

Upholds the values of the GPA to promote Safety, Integrity, Respect, Community, Creativity and Opportunity. Promotes a safe work environment by participating in safety initiatives and reporting unsafe conditions and behaviors.

JOB DUTIES:

• Provides guidance and recommendations to GPA staff and management necessary for the development, implementation, and ongoing management of GPA’s comprehensive safety program.
• Collaborates with GPA Police and Port Security personnel to develop, implement, and management of emergency response plans to protect the employees and assets of the GPA.
• Performs departmental safety audits to ensure compliance with applicable policies and procedures, as well as, Environmental Health and Safety organizations including United States Coast Guard Port Safety and Department of Transportation Public Safety.
• Maintains current and critical knowledge of industry safety standards including standard relative to the marine terminal environment and ensures compliance with all applicable regulatory bodies and standards.
• Compiles, analyzes, and interprets statistical data relating to exposure factors, accidents, and incidents for the purpose of identifying hazards and developing effective preventative measures.
• Coaches and provides guidance for GPA’s departmental safety management representatives to assist with the development and application of the organization’s safety control efforts.
• Provides safety training and orientation for management and employees as required.
• Revises and updates GPA safety material and safety manuals.
• Assists with the investigation of industrial accidents to determine causation and develop preventative measures. Leads Risk Assessment, Root Cause, and Near-Miss investigations and directs corrective actions.
• Compiles, prepares, and presents safety performance metrics and reporting as needed.
• Coordinates, schedules, and leads staff and management safety meetings.
• Assists with the development of safety program promotion and incentive programs necessary to help ensure management and employee involvement with, and support of, GPA’s safety efforts.
• Develops, implements, and ongoing management of GPA’s safety-related communications and promotions.
• Develops, coordinates, and implements GPA’s management safety training program.
• Actively participates in industry-related safety committees in an effort to cultivate safety improvement in Georgia’s deepwater facilities.
• Works with internal and external partners to develop community-wide safety outreach programs.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of the marine terminal operations and freight transportation safety regulatory bodies.Must have the ability to develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive tactical and strategic safety program.Ability to supervise and coordinate projects required.Ability to work independently and prepare staff-level recommendations and/or presentations required.Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively and professionally with the GPA staff on all levels as well as customers and the public required.Must have excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to exercise positive leadership with people required.Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and Lotus Notes desired.

Experience

• 3 years of related work experience Preferred
• Prior management experience Preferred

Education

• Preferred Bachelor's Degree in Safety Engineering, Environmental Health and Safety, or related field

Licenses & Certifications

• TWIC - Transportation Worker Identification Credential Required
• Driver's License - Valid state driver's license Required
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) Preferred
• Safety Management Professional (SMP) Preferred
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP) Preferred

Note: This job description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, job requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Management reserves the right to revise the job or to require the performance of different or additional tasks. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, an without direct threat to the health or safety of others.

Revised: 4/29/2025

Mission:

To empower entrepreneurs, strengthen industries, sustain communities, and fortify families by relentlessly striving to accelerate global commerce.