Field-Based EHS Manager: Hands-On Safety Leader

Velocity Safety Advisors; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Velocity Safety Advisors is seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to provide hands-on safety leadership on an active field project in Ohio. You will be visible on site, influence field personnel, and partner with Project Management to implement safety requirements.

Responsibilities include leading the EHS program, performing risk assessments and JHAs, conducting daily field audits, delivering training, and ensuring OSHA compliance. Immediate availability preferred.

Qualifications

• CHST certification or a degree in a safety-related field is required.
• OSHA 510 or equivalent is required.
• 3–5 years of field-based safety management experience is required.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification is required.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA and applicable occupational safety regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and build trust with employees and project leadership.
• Ability to work flexible hours and shifts based on project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the project’s Environmental, Health & Safety program
• Partner with Project Management and field leadership to plan and implement project safety requirements
• Conduct daily field safety audits and inspections using electronic safety software
• Perform risk assessments, JHAs/JSAs, and assist with site-specific safety plans
• Identify hazards and recommend corrective actions for unsafe conditions and behaviors
• Investigate injuries, incidents, near misses, and general liability events
• Monitor OSHA compliance and assist with OSHA-related issues, citations, and documentation
• Provide and oversee project safety orientations
• Develop and deliver weekly safety talks, toolbox talks, Safety Stand Downs, and pre-shift safety communications
• Deliver employee training on Fall Protection, Ladder Safety, Scaffolding, Trenching & Excavation, PPE, and other applicable safety requirements
• Identify safety trends and implement proactive injury-prevention strategies
• Coach and mentor field personnel while reinforcing a positive safety culture
• Attend pre-construction, project safety, planning, and other project-related meetings
• Monitor changes to applicable federal and state regulations and communicate requirements to project personnel

Skills

CHST certification

OSHA 510 certification

Field-based safety management

First Aid/CPR/AED

Microsoft Office

Strong communication

Coaching/mentoring

Education

Degree in safety-related field

Tools

Electronic safety management platforms

Inspection platforms

Job description

Velocity Safety Advisors is seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to provide hands-on safety leadership on an active field project in Ohio. You will be visible on site, influence field personnel, and partner with Project Management to implement safety requirements.

Responsibilities include leading the EHS program, performing risk assessments and JHAs, conducting daily field audits, delivering training, and ensuring OSHA compliance. Immediate availability preferred.