Senior Manager Health, Safety and Environmental

Northern Lights Locating & Inspections Inc; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Lights Locating & Inspections Inc. seeks a Senior Manager, Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) to lead strategic and operational safety initiatives across 22 states and a workforce of about 600 employees.

You will shape national HSE standards, drive risk reduction, and ensure regulatory compliance while partnering with Operations and customers to uphold safety performance and environmental stewardship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or related field preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CSP, ASP, CHMM or equivalent strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of national HSE programs across 22 states.
• Oversee regulatory compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA, and state/local regs.
• Partner with Operations, Risk Management, and customers to align safety initiatives with business goals.
• Develop and monitor safety metrics, incident investigations, and corrective actions.
• Manage driver safety programs and fleet safety data through telematics systems.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional

Analytical

Safety culture

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Samsara

Smith Driver Safety

Job description

Job SummaryThe Senior Manager, Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) provides strategic leadership, governance, and operational oversight of all health, safety, environmental, and driver safety programs across Northern Lights Locating and Inspection. This role reports directly to the Vice President of Operations and supports a multi-state, national safety operation spanning 22 states and growing.This position ensures consistent execution of HSE and fleet safety programs across all regions. The Senior Manager leads enterprise risk reduction efforts, regulatory compliance, and safety culture development. The role partners closely with Operations leadership and supports approximately 600 employees.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesStrategic Health and Safety LeadershipLead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of comprehensive HSE programs across all operating regionsEstablish national HSE standards, policies, and procedures to ensure consistency across a multi-state footprintAlign safety and environmental initiatives with company strategy, operational priorities, and customer requirementsServe as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on risk management, regulatory exposure, and safety performance trendsRegional and National OversightManage and mentor Regional Damage Safety Specialists and other assigned HSE personnelOversee HSE operations across 22 states and additional expansion areasEnsure consistency in incident reporting, investigations, corrective actions, and safety metricsConduct regular regional reviews to evaluate performance, compliance, and resource needsFleet Safety and Driver Risk ManagementAdminister and analyze Samsara fleet safety and telematics data to identify risk trends and improve driver behaviorLead the enterprise-wide implementation and ongoing management of the Smith Driver Safety SystemDevelop and enforce driver safety policies, coaching programs, and accountability standardsAnalyze and report fleet and driver safety metrics to senior leadershipEnsure fleet safety programs comply with DOT regulations, insurance requirements, and loss control strategiesRegulatory Compliance and Risk ManagementEnsure compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA, and applicable state and local regulationsLead investigations of serious incidents, near misses, and regulatory eventsConduct root cause analysis and implement sustainable corrective actionsPartner with Risk Management and insurance carriers on loss control, claims trends, and return-to-work programsAudit field operations and recommend corrective actions to address risk exposureTraining, Audits, and Performance ImprovementOversee development and delivery of HSE and driver safety training programsEnsure job site inspections, audits, and safety observations are conducted consistentlyTrack and analyze leading and lagging safety indicatorsMaintain and continuously improve company safety and health program manualsEnvironmental ComplianceProvide oversight of environmental compliance related to excavation, soil, water, air quality, and hazardous materialsEnsure proper waste disposal practices across all operating statesSupport sustainability initiatives such as fuel efficiency, recycling, and environmental stewardshipLeadership and Stakeholder EngagementServe as the primary HSE contact for major customers, regulatory agencies, and internal stakeholdersLead the company Safety Committee and establish goals, agendas, and performance dashboardsPartner with Operations, Human Resources, Risk Management, and external vendorsMaintain customer compliance platforms including ISNetworld, Avetta, and BrowzJob RequirementsExtensive experience leading HSE and fleet safety programs across geographically dispersed operationsWillingness and ability to travel 75 percent or moreExperience in the utility locating industry or a closely related construction or field services environmentStrong leadership, coaching, and cross-functional collaboration skillsExcellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilitiesStrong written and verbal communication skillsAvailability for emergency response and after-hours support as requiredValid driver license and ability to obtain DOT medical certificationAbility to pass drug and alcohol screeningKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesBachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field preferredProfessional certifications such as CSP, ASP, CHMM, or equivalent strongly preferredSeven to ten or more years of progressive HSE leadership experience with regional or national oversightDemonstrated experience managing fleet safety platforms, telematics data, and driver safety programsThorough knowledge of OSHA, DOT, EPA, and multi-state regulatory requirementsProven ability to scale safety systems to support organizational growthEqual Employment OpportunityNorthern Lights Locating and Inspection is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.