Safety Manager - Environmental Services

SET Environmental, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SET Environmental is seeking a Safety Manager to champion workplace safety and regulatory compliance. This role will develop, implement, and oversee health and safety programs across Chicago area managed locations to mitigate risk and protect employees and stakeholders.

The successful candidate will lead safety inspections, deliver engaging training, and drive a proactive safety culture with strong knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and RCRA regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health, Safety, Hazardous Materials Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in the hazardous materials or industrial safety sector.

Responsibilities

• Design, update, and implement comprehensive safety policies and programs.
• Lead safety inspections and audits to minimize incidents.
• Develop and deliver safety orientations and training for staff.
• Investigate all accidents and incidents and translate findings into preventive actions.
• Track safety metrics and drive a culture of proactive safety.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Training & development

Incident investigation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health or Safety

Tools

OSHA knowledge

RCRA knowledge

Job description

Location: Wheeling, IL (Chicago area) / Regional Management

SET Environmental is seeking an energetic, detail-oriented Safety Manager to champion workplace safety and regulatory compliance. In this role, you will develop, implement, and oversee robust health and safety programs designed to mitigate risk, protect our employees and stakeholders, and foster a proactive safety culture across Chicago area managed locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Development & Compliance: Design, update, and implement comprehensive safety and health policies, ensuring ongoing compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA, and RCRA regulations.
• Risk Management & Audits: Lead the facility safety inspection and audit program; identify workplace hazards and spearhead corrective actions to minimize incident rates and severity.
• Training & Orientation: Establish, update, and deliver engaging safety orientations and training sessions for new hires and current personnel.
• Incident Investigation: Conduct thorough investigations for all accidents, incidents, and injuries, translating findings into actionable prevention strategies.
• Performance & Culture: Track safety metrics, report performance to leadership, and partner on employee incentive and recognition programs to build a positive safety mindset at all levels.
• Collaboration: Lead regularly scheduled safety meetings across regional locations and manage miscellaneous duties as assigned to support organizational goals.

Position Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health, Safety, Hazardous Materials Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in the hazardous materials or industrial safety sector.

Certifications & Technical Knowledge

• Active certification in the safety or hazardous materials field, such as:
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and RCRA regulatory standards.
• Proven leadership and planning skills with a demonstrated ability to successfully implement complex safety directives.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills with the ability to influence all levels of an organization.
• High degree of enthusiasm, self-motivation, and an unwavering commitment to a positive safety culture.
• Superior organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.

SET Environmental is an equal employment opportunity employer which provides a drug-free workplace.