Health & Safety Manager

The Lewis Group; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lewis Group is seeking a Health & Safety Manager to lead our safety programs across sites. You will oversee HASP development, field audits, and incident investigations, ensuring regulatory compliance and continuous safety improvements.

Responsibilities include training delivery (OSHA and industry programs), participating in safety committees, and supporting emergency response and on-call coverage. Travel to company locations is required.

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and FMCSA regulations.
• Strong ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally.
• Experience implementing health and safety programs and audits.
• Ability to manage multiple safety priorities and deadlines.
• Willingness to travel and participate in on-call coverage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Corporate Health & Safety Plan (HASP) to ensure compliance and best practices.
• Develop, review, and approve site-specific HASPs, JSA, and PHA.
• Serve as an active member of the State-Certified Safety Committee.
• Mentor and oversee the Safety Liaison Program.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, near-misses and identify root causes.

Skills

Safety knowledge

Regulatory compliance

OSHA HAZWOPER

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Health Safety, Environmental Science, or related field

Job description

Description

Position Summary

As a Health & Safety Manager, you will steward and uphold our commitment to a safe and healthy work environment for every employee, every day. You’ll support and help strengthen our company-wide Health & Safety programs, ensuring that safety remains at the forefront of everything we do.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage our Corporate Health & Safety Plan (HASP) to ensure compliance and best practices.
• Develop, review, and approve site-specific HASPs, Job Hazard/Safety Analyses (JSA), and Work Order/Project Hazard Analyses (PHA).
• Serve as an active member of our State-Certified Safety Committee.
• Mentor and provide oversight for our Safety Liaison Program.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, near-misses, and identify root causes to prevent recurrence.
• Conduct regular field audits to monitor health and safety compliance.
• Deliver engaging Health & Safety training, including OSHA and industry-specific programs.
• Lead OSHA 40-hour and refresher training in line with CFR 1910.120.
• Provide OSHA Confined Space Entry Training per CFR 1910.146.
• Support the management of third-party compliance programs (e.g., ISNET, Avetta, Veriforce, Highwire).
• Assist with Workers’ Compensation claims and investigations.
• Maintain readiness of health and safety equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Respond as needed to emergency spill events as part of the ALERT program.
• Support and promote our behavior-based safety program.
• Be available for on-call Health & Safety coverage, including weekends and overnight, as needed.
• Lead our musculoskeletal injury prevention and early intervention initiatives.

What Success Looks Like

• Continually audit and improve our safety culture.
• Help hold the organization accountable for all safety initiatives.
• Support continuous improvement of safety performance metrics (e.g., EMR, TRIR).
• Promote safety incentive programs to recognize and reward safe behaviors.
• Proactively collaborate with clients to enhance site safety performance.
• Champion efforts to reduce musculoskeletal injuries.

Travel: This position will require occasional travel to other company locations.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Health Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in Health & Safety or environmental industry.
• Solid knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and FMCSA regulations.
• Strong understanding of industry best practices for health and safety.
• Effective communicator with excellent written and verbal skills.
• Well‑organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong sense of accountability, integrity, and commitment to quality work.
• 40‑hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification or related training preferred.
• Experience with hazardous materials handling or chemistry is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• GSP, ASP, or CSP preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to see, hear, speak, and communicate clearly.
• Frequently sit, stand, walk (including on uneven terrain), reach, and grasp.
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 40 lbs; push/pull as needed.
• Dexterity to use a computer and related equipment.
• Ability to travel overnight for site visits, client meetings, or training.
• Physically able to participate in training sessions and site inspections.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed to meet project deadlines.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be 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, or veteran status.

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