Safety Manager

SAI Gulf•Metairie, LA

12d

About The Position

The Safety Manager supports field, laboratory, and corporate operations by strengthening the organization’s safety culture, driving regulatory compliance, and supporting safety initiatives. The role provides technical safety guidance, helps develop safety programs, coordinates training, and ensures adherence to federal and state safety regulations while meeting client expectations. The position includes routine site visits and travel as required.

Requirements

3–5+ years of safety experience.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of OSHA regulations, MSDS/SDS, and contractor compliance platforms such as ISNetworld.

Nice To Haves

Industry experience in maritime, coal mining, or Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC).
First Aid/CPR certification.
Certified Safety Professional (CSP) credential.

Responsibilities

Provide safety support and guidance to field, laboratory, and corporate employees, as well as contractors and temporary staff.
Maintain and update corporate safety resources, including manuals, training materials, regulatory documentation, and videos.
Develop and deliver safety training for new and existing policies and procedures.
Promote safety awareness through internal communications and safety initiatives.
Monitor federal and state OSHA regulations, and track and implement regulatory updates as required.
Support personnel in maintaining compliance with applicable safety regulations.
Conduct safety audits and inspections to ensure adherence to company programs and regulatory requirements.
Review injury, illness, and incident reports and follow up on corrective actions.
Analyze gaps in client safety programs and recommend improvements.
Develop procedures and programs aimed at achieving zero incidents.
Conduct routine site visits to identify hazards and ensure safe operations.
Investigate accidents and near misses to determine root causes and implement preventive measures.
Manage and track key safety performance indicators (KPIs).
Develop project-specific safety plans and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
Ensure compliance with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
Travel as required.