Hybrid Safety Manager: Lead Programs & Field Audits

HELIX Environmental Planning, Inc.; Riverside (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

HELIX Environmental Planning, Inc. is seeking a Safety Manager to build and lead robust safety programs across projects, training employees and conducting field audits. This hands-on role reports to the HR Director and aims to strengthen HELIX's safety culture.

Based in Southern California with hybrid work after onboarding, the successful candidate will develop policies, deliver training, manage safety records, and ensure OSHA/Cal/OSHA compliance while partnering with leadership and field teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years health and safety experience in construction, engineering, or related field.
• 1+ year of safety experience in California with Cal/OSHA knowledge.
• Experience writing safety policies and conducting training.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of HELIX’s Safety Program.
• Develop, implement, and maintain safety policies and procedures.
• Create and deliver safety training for corporate and field teams.
• Conduct new-hire safety orientations and ongoing coaching.
• Perform field safety audits, inspections, and jobsite observations.
• Lead safety committee meetings and track corrective actions.
• Support project teams with safety plans and documentation.
• Maintain safety records, KPIs, and program metrics.
• Oversee third-party safety platforms (ISNetworld, Avetta).
• Manage workers' compensation claims and investigations.
• Ensure OSHA/Cal/OSHA compliance and provide leadership with updates.

Skills

OSHA 30

Policy writing

Training delivery

Field audits

Cal/OSHA knowledge

Travel readiness

First Aid/CPR

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety or related field

Tools

ISNetworld

Avetta

Job description

HELIX Environmental Planning, Inc. is seeking a Safety Manager to build and lead robust safety programs across projects, training employees and conducting field audits. This hands-on role reports to the HR Director and aims to strengthen HELIX's safety culture.

Based in Southern California with hybrid work after onboarding, the successful candidate will develop policies, deliver training, manage safety records, and ensure OSHA/Cal/OSHA compliance while partnering with leadership and field teams.