Health and Safety Manager

Veteran Hiring Solutions; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Health and Safety Manager to lead safety operations across diverse project sites. This role combines office work with travel, ensuring compliance with safety regulations while overseeing Wind, PV, and Battery Storage operations. Ideal candidates will have a military background, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to safety excellence. Join a dynamic team that values your expertise in transforming military experience into mission-aligned talent, and enjoy comprehensive benefits from day one, including medical, dental, and a hybrid work schedule.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

15 Days PTO

$50 Monthly Wellness Reimbursement

Career Development Opportunities

Fitness Center Access

Flexible Work Schedule

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 4+ years in a safety-related position with military experience.
• Ability to communicate complex information effectively.
• Experience in emergency preparedness and response.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain safety policies based on OSHA and ISO standards.
• Organize emergency drills and ensure compliance.
• Conduct incident investigations and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Emergency Response Management

Public Speaking

Regulatory Compliance

Leadership

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Safety Management Certification

Bachelor's Degree in Safety or Related Field

Tools

ISO 45001

OSHA Standards

Adobe Acrobat

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If you're a veteran who knows how to keep people safe, develop emergency protocols, and ensure regulatory compliance—this role's got your name on it.

Our client is seeking a Health and Safety Manager to join their Corporate Quality, Safety, Environmental, and Sustainability team in Chicago. This role offers a balance between office work and travel to project locations across North America, overseeing Wind, PV, and Battery Storage sites in operation and under construction. If you've led safety operations, managed emergency response, or made real-time safety adjustments in high-pressure situations, you're already built for this.

Here's What You'll Do

• Run the safety show: Develop, implement and maintain core Industrial Safety and Hygiene policies, procedures, and systems based on US OSHA, Canadian MOL, and ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health and Safety Management System.
• Take charge in emergencies: Organize and provide WTG Working at Heights and Confined Space Rescue competency verification and drill participation. Design and supervise emergency action plans and drills, follow through on improvement actions.
• Own the documentation: Write policy, procedures, and forms to ensure regulatory compliance and intuitive use. Provide program administration and support for ISO 45001 (primary), 9001, and 14001 (supporting).
• Build the team: Develop and build professional relationships with technicians, lead technicians, site managers, engineers, construction managers, support staff, and senior management.
• Stay ahead of problems: Conduct investigations of incidents and near misses at operational and construction sites. Determine root causes, provide corrective actions, and follow through on implementation.
• Be the expert: Provide regulatory analysis, advice, and expertise for emerging, proposed and existing regulations. Represent the company with external organizations and regulatory bodies.
• Keep everyone mission-ready: Teach various safety classes including ACP/OSHA 10-hour, LOTO, confined space rescue, electrical safety, etc. Travel to sites to provide instruction, auditing, and support.
  
  

Requirements

• Must have served in the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Space Force, U.S. Reserves, or U.S. National Guard.
• Minimum 4-years in a safety-related position.
• Public speaking experience including training and presentation of reports. Ability to communicate over phone calls verbally, web-based presentations, small groups, and large groups.
• Proven excellent writing skills in English, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively.
• Ability to work in harsh outdoor environments and climb 120 meters of ladder and to assist in a rescue of an injured worker. Pass a fit-to-climb medical exam and maintain physical conditioning.
• Leadership skills including earning respect, active listening, and goal setting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), Adobe Acrobat Standard.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Overnight travel 25-50%. Some travel will be incident-related emergency travel.
• Must hold or be eligible to hold a U.S. Passport and travel to Canada.
  
  

Desired

• Advanced technical knowledge of Industrial Safety disciplines (General Industry, Construction, Behavior Based Safety, Human Performance, etc.) related to construction and operation of power generation projects.
• Wind experience in WTG construction, maintenance, and major correctives.
• Solar experience in plant construction, maintenance, and major maintenance.
• BESS experience in plant construction, maintenance, and major maintenance.
• Experience with programmatic (Compliance and Performance) audits/inspections, including record keeping, and action-item resolution.
  
  

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits starting on Day 1, including medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and eligible dependents, plus an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), HSA company contributions, and FSA options. After 90 days, you'll also have access to life insurance, disability coverage, paid parental leave, and optional plans
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting after 90 days
• 15 days of PTO (with 1 additional day per year of service), 9 public holidays, and 2 flexible holidays
• $50 monthly reimbursement for health, wellness, or fitness-related memberships and equipment
• Career development and growth opportunities, along with access to technical, skills, and language training programs, including tuition reimbursement
• Downtown Chicago office, featuring a modern, open layout with plenty of collaborative spaces and breakout areas. Daily perks include coffee, complimentary healthy snacks, and free access to the building's fitness center
• Hybrid work schedule, with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home, plus early Fridays with a 3 p.m. cut-off

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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