Heath and Safety Manager
About The Position
DP World is launching a major new warehouse and distribution operation in Moreno Valley, CA — and we are looking for a passionate, driven, and experienced Health & Safety Manager to help build a world-class safety culture from the ground up. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a large-scale, fast-growing operation during its start-up phase and play a key leadership role in shaping the future of the site. Our operation will support a 24/7 environment with significant workforce growth during peak seasons, creating exciting opportunities for innovation, leadership, and career advancement. We are looking for a leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, values employee engagement, and believes safety excellence is the foundation of operational success. If you are energized by the opportunity to influence culture, develop programs, and create meaningful impact from Day 1 — this role is for you.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Safety, or related field preferred
- 5+ years of Health & Safety leadership experience in warehouse, logistics, manufacturing, distribution, or industrial operations
- Strong knowledge of OSHA and Cal/OSHA regulations
- Experience leading safety programs in large, fast-paced operations
- Proven ability to influence leadership teams and drive cultural change
- Experience conducting investigations, audits, and corrective action planning
- Strong communication, coaching, and presentation skills
- Ability to work flexible schedules in a 24/7 operational environment
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting start-up or newly launched facilities
- Professional certifications such as CSP, ASP, OHST, or CHST preferred
- Experience with workers’ compensation and injury management programs
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
- Experience with safety management systems and compliance reporting tools
Responsibilities
- Lead all site health and safety programs for a large 24/7 warehouse operation
- Develop and implement safety policies, procedures, training programs, and compliance initiatives
- Drive a strong safety culture through leadership engagement and employee involvement
- Conduct safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments
- Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action planning
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA, environmental, and company safety standards
- Analyze safety metrics and trends to identify opportunities for continuous improvement
- Partner with Operations leadership to reduce workplace risks and improve safe work practices
- Oversee safety orientation and ongoing employee training programs
- Manage workers’ compensation, injury prevention, and return-to-work processes in partnership with HR
- Support emergency preparedness planning and response activities
- Participate in launch readiness activities, operational start-up planning, and workforce ramp-up efforts
- Support multiple shifts, including evenings, weekends, and peak operational periods as needed
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
- Collaborative Leadership Environment
- Opportunity to influence and shape a major start-up operation
- Visibility and impact within a global organization
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
