Safety Manager

Sonepar Canada, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

401(k) retirement savings with company

Professional and personal development

Opportunity to become a shareholder

Employer-paid disability insurance

Employer-paid life insurance

Wellness program

Gym reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Capital Electric in the United States is seeking a Safety Manager to lead company-wide safety efforts, protect employees and assets, and drive the enterprise safety strategy in line with Zero Harm.

You will ensure OSHA and DOT compliance, develop training programs, oversee incident investigations, and provide leadership with clear safety metrics to reduce risk and improve performance across all sites. This role requires up to 50% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a technical field.
• Experience in electrical, industrial, or distribution environments preferred.
• OSHA 30-hour certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise safety strategy and governance aligned with Zero Harm goals.
• Ensure OSHA/DOT compliance and manage safety documentation and audits.
• Develop training programs and coach managers on safety ownership.
• Lead incident investigations and drive corrective actions.
• Establish safety metrics and report progress to leadership.
• Protect assets and reduce loss through safety practices.
• Partner with Operations, HR and insurance to manage risk.

Skills

Safety leadership

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Communication

Project management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

OSHA 30-hour certification

Job description

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A career at Capital Electric is more than a job. You’re investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Capital Electric offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building – you can find it here. We operate in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia, and are part of the Sonepar group, the world’s #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.

Being “Powered by Difference” means we respect and value diverse perspectives. WithinCapital Electric, we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.

Position Summary:

The Safety Manager is responsible for leading Capital Electric’s company-wide safety efforts to protect employees, assets, and operations. This role develops and executes the enterprise safety strategy, ensures compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements, reduces operational risk, and supports leaders in integrating safety into daily operations. The Safety Manager serves as a key advisor to senior leadership and field management in support of Capital Electric’s Zero Harm commitment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Safety Strategy and Governance

Develop, implement, and continuously improve the enterprise safety strategy aligned with business objectives and Zero Harm goals. Lead the Capital Safety Committee and establish clear safety standards, programs, and expectations across the organization.

Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management

Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and all applicable federal, state, local, and customer safety regulations. Maintain required safety documentation, reporting, audits, and inspections. Identify, assess, and mitigate safety and regulatory risks.

Leadership Enablement and Safety Culture

Provide guidance, tools, training, and coaching to managers and supervisors to ensure local ownership of safety performance. Develop and oversee safety training programs including forklift, DOT, operator, and Train-the-Trainer programs, and evaluate effectiveness and retention.

Incident Prevention and Investigation

Drive prevention efforts to reduce workplace injuries, accidents, and hazards. Lead incident investigations and root cause analysis. Develop and track corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Monitor and manage workers’ compensation, auto, and vehicle-related incidents in coordination with insurance providers and third-party administrators.

Metrics, Reporting, and Continuous Improvement

Establish annual safety goals and key performance indicators. Analyze trends and performance data to prioritize risk and improvement efforts. Provide regular, actionable safety reporting to leadership.

Asset Protection and Loss Prevention

Develop and maintain processes to protect company facilities, inventory, vehicles, and operational assets. Partner with Operations, Human Resources, and insurance providers to reduce loss exposure, claims, and business disruption.

Act as a strategic business partner and enterprise risk leader. Influence and hold leaders accountable for safety ownership and execution. Communicate clearly and effectively across all levels of the organization. Balance regulatory compliance with operational practicality.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in electrical, industrial, or distribution environments is preferred. OSHA 30-hour certification is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated ability to lead and influence in a multi-site environment. Strong planning, organizational, and execution skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to build productive working relationships across the organization.

Travel Requirements:

Up to 50 percent travel at times

Salary: $100,000 - $130,000 with bonus potential

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What We Offer You

We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:

• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match
• Professional and personal development programs
• Opportunity to become a shareholder
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
• Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
• Robust wellness program
• Gym reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We’re proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or email [e-mail] .

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