Facilities & Safety Manager

Confidential Jobs; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Jobs seeks a Facilities & SHE Manager to oversee site infrastructure and Safety, Health and Environmental programs, ensuring strict regulatory compliance and high safety standards. The role supports R&D and business functions with proactive facilities management and SHE leadership aligned to organizational goals.

Responsibilities include leading maintenance, enforcing policies (OSHA, EPA), coordinating ISO certifications, and managing budgets and vendors to sustain safe, efficient

Qualifications

• 5+ years of facilities and SHE leadership experience.
• Solid regulatory compliance knowledge (OSHA, EPA, ADA).
• Strong knowledge of building systems and maintenance practices.
• Experience with ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, 50001.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operation, maintenance, and compliance of site buildings and infrastructure.
• Lead preventive and corrective maintenance for HVAC, electrical, plumbing.
• Drive space planning and infrastructure improvements.
• Develop and enforce SHE policies in line with regulations (OSHA, EPA).
• Promote safety culture via training, drills, and risk assessments.
• Oversee health initiatives and industrial hygiene practices.
• Maintain SHE documentation and regulatory reporting.
• Coordinate ISO audits and continuous improvement of ISO certifications.
• Manage site security protocols including access control and emergency response.
• Manage budgets and vendor relationships for facilities services.

Skills

Facilities management

SHE leadership

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Budget management

Vendor management

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Advanced degrees or certifications (Industrial Hygiene, Sustainability)

Tools

QMS

Job description

The Facilities & SHE Manager is responsible for the strategic and operational oversight of site infrastructure and Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) programs. This role ensures that all buildings, systems, and workplace practices are maintained to the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. It plays a critical role in supporting both R&D and business functions through proactive facilities management and SHE leadership, aligned with organizational goals to maintain a high-functioning, safe, and sustainable physical environment.

This position also ensures strict adherence to Quality, Health, Safety, Environment, and Energy policies, and supports the maintenance and continuous improvement of procedures in compliance with ISO9001, ISO14001 and other relevant certifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage the operation, maintenance, and compliance of all site buildings and infrastructure, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Lead preventive and corrective maintenance programs for critical systems such as HVAC, electrical, and plumbing.
• Drive space planning and infrastructure improvements aligned with business growth and strategic objectives.
• Develop and enforce SHE policies and programs in compliance with local and international regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA).
• Promote a proactive safety culture through regular training, emergency drills, and risk assessments.
• Oversee occupational health initiatives, including annual health checks and industrial hygiene practices.
• Maintain accurate SHE documentation and ensure timely regulatory reporting and compliance.
• Lead the upkeep and continuous improvement of ISO certifications (ISO9001, 14001, and others) and manage audits.
• Coordinate site security protocols, including access control and emergency response procedures.
• Manage budgets and vendor relationships for facilities services, ensuring cost-effective operations and high service quality.

Requirements

• 5-years’ experience in Facilities and SHE leadership within industrial, technical, or R&D environments.
• Solid understanding of regulatory compliance (e.g., OSHA, EPA, ADA).
• Strong knowledge of building systems and maintenance practices.
• Expertise in implementing safety protocols, emergency procedures, risk mitigation, and compliance with environmental and occupational health standards.
• Familiarity with occupational health and industrial hygiene practices.
• Experience with Quality Management Systems and ISO standards (ISO9001, 14001, 45001, 50001).
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions quickly.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to maintain productive relationships with employees, contractors, and leadership.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Project management experience, particularly in renovations, expansions, or infrastructure upgrades.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (e.g., Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Safety), Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or Facilities Management.
• Advanced degrees or certifications in related fields (e.g., Industrial Hygiene, Sustainability, Engineering Management) are a plus.