Safety Program Lead — Field Audits & Training

Socket.dev; Riverside (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

HELIX Environmental Planning in Southern California is seeking a hands-on Safety Manager who can build programs, influence culture, and keep employees safe on diverse jobsites. This role reports to the Human Resources Director and serves as a key leader in strengthening our safety culture.

You will develop health and safety policies, deliver training, conduct field audits, manage safety records, and ensure OSHA/Cal/OSHA compliance while partnering with leadership to elevate safety across the

Qualifications

• 5+ years of health and safety experience in construction, engineering, environmental consulting, or related field.
• 1+ year of professional safety experience in California with Cal/OSHA knowledge.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• Experience writing safety policies and procedures.
• Experience developing and delivering safety training programs.
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Ability to travel throughout Southern California and occasionally Northern California.
• Valid California Driver's License with a clean record.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of HELIX’s Safety Program.
• Develop, implement, and maintain safety policies and procedures.
• Create and deliver corporate and field safety training programs.
• Conduct new-hire safety orientations.
• Perform field audits, safety inspections, and jobsite observations.
• Lead safety committee meetings and track corrective actions.
• Assist with project-specific safety plans, JHAs, and work plans.
• Support proposal and contract teams by completing safety questionnaires and documentation.
• Manage safety records, reporting, KPIs, and program effectiveness metrics.
• Maintain ISNetworld and Avetta safety platforms.
• Oversee workers' compensation claims, investigations, and injury prevention.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and Cal/OSHA regulations.
• Provide safety updates and recommendations to leadership.

Skills

Health & safety

Cal/OSHA knowledge

OSHA 30

Training programs

Policy development

Field audits

Communication

Willingness to travel

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety

Job description

HELIX Environmental Planning in Southern California is seeking a hands-on Safety Manager who can build programs, influence culture, and keep employees safe on diverse jobsites. This role reports to the Human Resources Director and serves as a key leader in strengthening our safety culture.

You will develop health and safety policies, deliver training, conduct field audits, manage safety records, and ensure OSHA/Cal/OSHA compliance while partnering with leadership to elevate safety across the