Senior Safety Manager

Vision Technologies, Inc; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Senior Safety Manager to develop and maintain comprehensive safety programs, policies, and practices, ensuring a safe workplace and regulatory compliance across projects in Chantilly, VA.

The role requires strong leadership, incident investigation experience, and the ability to train staff and collaborate with executives. Candidates with OSHA certifications and data center safety experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• OSHA 500/510 trainer certifications are required.
• Experience teaching in front of an audience.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain safety policies and programs.
• Monitor compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
• Lead safety training programs and update materials as needed.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and incident investigations.
• Manage safety for vendors and contractors on-site.
• Develop emergency response plans and conduct drills.

Skills

Safety leadership

OSHA 500/510

Fall protection

Electrical safety

Data center safety

Incident investigation

Training delivery

Contractor management

Audits & inspections

Communication skills

Safety programs

CHST

CSP

First Aid/CPR

Job description

The Senior Safety Manager is responsible for supporting the development, implementation, and maintenance of safety programs, policies, and practices to ensure a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. The Safety Manager will also monitor compliance with all relevant regulations and industry standards.

Responsibilities:

Safety Program Development:

• Help implement safety policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.
• Execute/revise when required safety training programs and materials for employees.

Compliance Monitoring:

• Stay current with all safety regulations, laws, and industry standards, and ensure compliance.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and non-compliance.
• Oversee and manage the investigation and reporting of workplace incidents, accidents, and near misses.
• Help develop and implement corrective actions to prevent future incidents.

Employee Training:

• Deliver safety training programs for new and existing employees and develop when needed new or existing programs.
• Promote a culture of safety and provide guidance to employees on safe practices.

Safety Data Analysis:

• Analyze safety data to identify trends, areas of improvement, and opportunities for risk reduction.
• Create reports and presentations to share findings with management.
• Develop and maintain emergency response plans and procedures at a project level.
• Conduct regular drills and ensure employees are prepared for emergencies.

Vendor and Contractor Management:

• Evaluate safety practices of vendors and contractors working on-site.
• Ensure that contractors comply with safety standards and regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of safety-related activities, incidents, and training programs.
• Ensure all documentation is in compliance with requirements.

Qualifications:

• OSHA #500 or 510 - Trainer Course in Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry.
• Has the capability to teach in front of an audience.
• Safety specific knowledge in the following areas is required:
• Fall Protection
• Mobile Elevated Work Platforms
• Electrical Safety
• Proven experience as a Safety Manager in a similar industry.
• History of managing safety professionals.
• Data Center experience as a safety professional
• In-depth knowledge of safety regulations and best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• knowledge of safety management systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can talk to a technician in one minute and turn around and have a conversation with a VP or higher in the next minute.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Safety Professional) are a plus.
• CHST
• CSP
• Current First Aid, CPR, AED Instructor
• NSC Preferred
• OSHA #3115 Fall Protection (formerly OSHA #3110 Fall Arrest Systems)