Safety Manager

SET Environmental Inc; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SET Environmental Inc. seeks a Safety Manager to lead the development and execution of safety programs at Michigan sites.

You will implement processes to reduce risk, oversee audits, conduct investigations, and train staff, while maintaining compliance with OSHA, DOT and EPA regulations. The role emphasizes safety leadership, strong communication, and ongoing professional development. Collaborate with operations to foster a culture of safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years in hazardous materials or safety.
• Proven leadership and policy implementation ability.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Enthusiasm, self-motivation, and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Certification: CSP/CHMM/CET.
• Knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and RCRA regulations.
• Ability to foster a safety-focused culture.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement safety processes and programs to reduce risk.
• Review and update safety and health programs for SET and clients.
• Measure safety performance and report to management.
• Lead safety program orientation and training for staff.
• Oversee safety inspection and audit program.
• Identify hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct accident, incident, and injury investigations.
• Lead safety meetings at Michigan locations.
• Support safety incentive and recognition programs.
• Pursue ongoing safety knowledge and professional development.
• Monitor OSHA, DOT and EPA requirements to ensure compliance.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Policy implementation

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Safety certifications CSP/CHMM/CET

OSHA/DOT/RCRA regulations

Hazardous materials knowledge

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Safety or related field

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

A Safety Manager at SET Environmental is responsible for:

• Develop and implement effective processes and programs intended to reduce safety risk to SET employees and other stakeholders


• Develop, review and update safety and health programs and procedures for SET and SET clients


• Assist in measuring safety performance of employees and communicating performance to management


• Help establish, update, and conduct safety program orientation and training for new and current employees


• Oversee and participates in the safety inspection / audit program


• Identify and analyze recognized workplace hazards and implement corrective actions to minimize occurrence and severity of incidents and injuries


• Perform accident, incident and injury investigations


• Conduct and assist with regularly scheduled safety meetings at Michigan area managed locations


• Assist with development, review and revision of SET safety incentive and employee recognition programs


• Continually pursue increased knowledge, skills and professional development


• Monitor OSHA, DOT and EPA requirements on an ongoing basis to ensure SET compliance with applicable regulations


• Will perform other miscellaneous duties as necessary

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree with minimum of five (5) years related experience in hazardous materials or safety field


• Knowledge of and ability to use effective management principles including leadership, planning, and proven ability to successfully implement policy, programs or directives


• Excellent oral and written communication skills


• High degree of enthusiasm and self-motivation


• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail


• Certification in Safety and Hazardous Materials field, such as: Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) and Certified Environmental Trainer (CET)


• Good working knowledge of OSHA, DOT and RCRA regulations


• Ability to develop and maintain a positive attitude towards safety within all levels of the organization