Safety Manager

Holt Logistics Corp. • Gloucester City, NJ

14d • $30 - $42 • Onsite

About The Position

Gloucester Marine Terminal, a growing marine facility in Gloucester City, New Jersey, is seeking a proactive and experienced safety professional to support its safety program and help ensure a safe, compliant work environment across terminal operations. The role helps develop, implement, and manage workplace safety programs; train employees; conduct inspections and audits; and ensure compliance with OSHA and other regulatory agencies. The position collaborates with terminal operations leadership and reports directly to the Safety Manager, Gloucester Terminal.

The posting refers to the position as Safety Manager in its title, but describes the opening as a Safety Officer. The facility is operated by Gloucester Terminals LLC and provides stevedoring and break bulk services at the Port of Philadelphia.

Requirements

• Occupational safety, industrial management, environmental health, or related field experience.
• At least 3 years of safety experience, preferably in maritime, terminal, or heavy industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, training standards, and compliance practices.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and ability to learn terminal-specific software platforms.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
• Strong time management and organizational skills; self-directed and dependable.

Nice To Haves

• OSHA 30-Hour certification or other safety credentials, such as CHST or CSP.
• Experience in accident investigation and root cause analysis.
• Working knowledge of safety practices in a port or marine terminal environment.

Responsibilities

• Promote a strong safety culture through training, communication, and accountability.
• Help plan, schedule, and conduct safety training sessions and new-hire orientations.
• Participate in safety meetings, site inspections, and internal audits to ensure compliance.
• Identify workplace hazards, recommend corrective actions, and follow up to ensure resolution.
• Maintain training records and incident documentation.
• Administer and enforce the terminal’s drug and alcohol testing program.
• Collaborate with departments to assess and meet safety training needs.
• Conduct safety inspections aboard vessels, in warehouses, on the waterfront, and throughout terminal facilities in all weather conditions.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for the employee and family.
• Company-provided basic life insurance and voluntary life insurance available for purchase.
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts, plus transit and parking options.
• Paid time off, vacation days, holidays, and extended sick leave.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Access to training, conferences, and learning resources.
• Mental health resources, company wellness events, and financial incentives for wellness programs.
• Inclusive, collaborative team environment with regular team events and recognition programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed