Safety & Security Manager - 1st Shift - Travel

GXO Logistics•Remote, OH

1d•Remote

About The Position

GXO is seeking a Safety & Security Manager to lead the development, execution, and continuous improvement of safety, health, and security programs across its operations. The role serves as the subject matter expert and primary point of contact for related matters, partnering with operations, HR, Legal, Internal Audit, and external agencies. It is open to candidates based remotely anywhere in the United States and requires domestic travel of up to 75% by road, rail, and air. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with availability for a flexible schedule and planned or unplanned overtime. The manager conducts risk assessments, compliance audits, and security surveys; analyzes incidents and loss trends; leads investigations; and develops training, action plans, reporting mechanisms, and performance metrics. The role also supports process reviews and job hazard analyses to proactively mitigate risk and improve workplace safety.

Requirements

At least 4 years of relevant work experience.
Experience with Microsoft Office.
Availability to work a flexible schedule, including planned and unplanned overtime.
Ability to travel domestically by road, rail, and air, up to 75%, in accordance with company travel and expense requirements.
A REAL ID-compliant driver's license or passport to comply with federal travel regulations.
Familiarity with and ability to comply with TSA security procedures.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work or military experience.
4 years of experience in a security-related industry.
Membership in a nationally recognized safety organization.
5 years of experience managing safety and health programs in an industrial or warehouse environment.
Certification in W-Z interviews and interrogations.
Experience working in a distribution network and logistics environment.
Project management, investigations, and training experience.
CCTV-alarm technical comprehension.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present clean, organized, thorough information and data appropriate for the audience.
Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills, with the ability to identify and resolve problems.
Ability to cultivate and maintain strong relationships and build trust through fairness, honesty, and openness.

Responsibilities

Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of safety, health, and security programs in compliance with company policies and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
Serve as the subject matter expert and primary point of contact for safety, health, and security matters, partnering with operations, HR, Legal, Internal Audit, and external agencies.
Conduct risk assessments, compliance audits, and security surveys to identify vulnerabilities, ensure policy adherence, and drive corrective actions.
Analyze safety incidents, loss trends, and operational data; lead investigations; ensure accurate documentation and reporting; and provide actionable insights and metrics for leadership.
Design and deliver safety and security training programs.
Support operational teams by developing and implementing action plans to improve safety performance, reduce risk and loss, and align with physical security and environmental standards.
Participate in process reviews and job hazard analyses for new and existing operations.
Develop and maintain reporting mechanisms for communicating safety performance, security initiatives, and key performance indicators to leadership.
Build cross-functional relationships to promote safety, security, accountability, and continuous improvement.