Field HSE Manager

Integrated Water Services Inc; Brenham (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

PTO and 8 holidays

401k with 4% match

Vehicle allowance

Job summary

Integrated Water Services (IWS) is seeking a Field Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Manager to lead safety across multiple manufacturing facilities. You will drive meaningful improvements, develop programs, and deliver training while supporting acquisitions and integration into the IWS framework.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, OSHA knowledge, and travel to sites including Brenham, TX and Austin.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, environmental science, engineering, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Significant safety experience in manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial operations.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and industry best practices.
• CSHO or equivalent professional safety credential.
• Experience implementing safety management systems and programs.
• Proven ability to conduct audits, inspections, investigations, and risk assessments.
• Strong communication, coaching, and leadership skills.
• Experience delivering employee safety training.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and travel regularly.

Responsibilities

• Lead site safety improvements across multiple manufacturing facilities.
• Conduct facility safety assessments, audits, and inspections.
• Identify hazards, assess risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Develop safety programs, procedures, and documentation.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Deliver site-specific and enterprise-wide safety training.
• Partner with operations and HR to strengthen onboarding safety.
• Support regulatory compliance and audit readiness.
• Track safety trends and metrics; report to leadership.
• Coach leaders to strengthen safety culture across locations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Independent work

Prioritization

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, environmental science, engineering, or related field

Tools

Lockout/Tagout

Machine Guarding

Electrical Safety

Cranes & Rigging

Powered Industrial Trucks

PPE Programs

Hazard Communication

Respiratory Protection

Hearing Conservation

Emergency Preparedness

Industrial Hygiene

Ergonomics

Contractor Safety

Job description

Description

At Integrated Water Services (IWS), safety is more than a compliance requirement. It's a core value that protects our employees, strengthens our operations, and drives sustainable growth.

We're seeking an experienced Field Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Manager to serve as a visible safety leader across our expanding portfolio of manufacturing businesses. This role will play a critical part in advancing our safety culture, supporting operational excellence, and helping recently acquired businesses successfully integrate into the IWS organization.

If you thrive in manufacturing environments, enjoy building relationships with frontline teams, and have a passion for creating safer workplaces, we'd like to talk with you.

What you'll do

As a Field HSE Manager, you'll work directly with plant leaders, supervisors, and employees to drive meaningful safety improvements across multiple facilities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conduct facility safety assessments, audits, inspections, and workplace observations
• Identify hazards, assess operational risks, and implement practical corrective actions
• Develop and enhance safety programs, procedures, and documentation
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action efforts
• Deliver engaging site-specific and enterprise-wide safety training
• Partner with operations and HR to strengthen onboarding and safety orientation programs
• Support regulatory compliance and audit readiness initiatives
• Track safety trends, leading indicators, and facility performance metrics
• Provide professional reports and recommendations to operational and executive leadership
• Serve as a trusted safety advisor and coach across multiple manufacturing locations

Requirements

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, environmental science, engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• Significant safety experience in manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial operations
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and industry best practices
• Certified Safety and Health Official (CSHO) or equivalent professional safety credential
• Experience implementing safety management systems and programs
• Proven ability to conduct audits, inspections, investigations, and risk assessments
• Strong communication, coaching, and leadership skills
• Experience developing and delivering employee safety training
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel regularly, including overnight travel

Technical Safety Expertise

Experience in areas such as:

• Lockout/Tagout
• Machine Guarding
• Electrical Safety
• Welding & Hot Work
• Cranes, Hoists & Rigging
• Powered Industrial Trucks
• PPE Programs
• Hazard Communication
• Respiratory Protection
• Hearing Conservation
• Emergency Preparedness
• Industrial Hygiene
• Ergonomics
• Contractor Safety

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in metals manufacturing, fabrication, machining, welding, or assembly operations
• Multi-site manufacturing safety leadership experience
• Experience supporting acquisitions or rapidly growing organizations
• Knowledge of ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 management systems
• CSP, ASP, CHST, OHST, CIH, or similar professional certifications
• Experience coaching leaders and influencing safety culture at all organizational levels

Why Join IWS?

At IWS, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact across a growing national organization. You'll partner with leaders who value safety, influence the development of enterprise-wide programs, and help shape the future of safety performance throughout our manufacturing operations.

This is an opportunity to move beyond compliance and become a strategic safety leader in a company committed to continuous improvement, operational excellence, and employee well-being.

Location & Travel:

This role will be primarily based at our Brenham, TX facility, with approximately 50-75% of time spent onsite in Brenham and the remaining time supporting operations in Austin.

IWS offers:

• Competitive salary and benefits including:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD
  • PTO and 8 company-paid holidays
  • 401k with a 4% match
  • Vehicle allowance

Salary range*

$100-$125k

*The provided base salary range is used nationally. The rate offered is compliant with federal/local regulations and may vary by experience, certification/education, market conditions, location, etc.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Integrated Water Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.