Lead Solar Site Safety Manager

Strata Clean Energy; Ivanhoe (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Strata Clean Energy is seeking a Site Safety Manager to support the site team and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations across solar construction projects. You will promote a culture of safety excellence and lead safety initiatives for the project.

The role includes coordinating training, conducting inspections, leading incident investigations, tracking metrics, and communicating findings to site leadership to reduce risk and protect workers on site.

Qualifications

• Health and safety experience in construction (solar preferred).
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal codes related to solar construction.
• Proven ability to assess health and safety risks and implement corrective actions.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Develop communication channels and safety teams to identify and address safety-related issues.
• Ensure compliance with client contractual safety obligations (e.g., Solar Safety Checklist).
• Demonstrate full commitment to all roles and responsibilities of the Safety Manager.
• Attend required meetings, including POD, client meetings, and contractor kick-off sessions.
• Collaborate with the Training Manager to develop materials, presentations, and procedures for effectively communicating the Strata Safety Program.
• Assist in training, coaching, and mentoring staff in response to at‑risk behaviors or non‑compliance.
• Act as Safety Committee champion.
• Conduct routine safety observations to identify error precursors and leading indicators.
• Document audit findings in EHS Insight and communicate results to site leadership.
• Report all incidents, near misses, and good catches in a timely manner.
• Lead incident investigations and ensure proper follow‑through of the reporting process.
• Track safety metrics, including lagging indicators, and share progress with project leadership.
• Encourage health and safety observations from all project team members to support the Safety Incentive Program.
• Respond to emergencies to resolve immediate health, safety, or security concerns.

Skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Cross-cultural communication

MS Office & EHS platforms

Weekend availability

Education

Bachelor's degree in safety

CSP certification

CHST certification

OSHA 500 certification

First Aid & CPR certification

NFPA 70E training (preferred)

Job description

Strata Clean Energy is seeking a Site Safety Manager to support the site team and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations across solar construction projects. You will promote a culture of safety excellence and lead safety initiatives for the project.

The role includes coordinating training, conducting inspections, leading incident investigations, tracking metrics, and communicating findings to site leadership to reduce risk and protect workers on site.