Senior Safety/HSE Manager

Smith Industries•Midland, TX

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Smith Industries is a fast-growing pressure vessel and industrial fabrication manufacturer serving the oil and gas industry from our Midland, TX facility. We are looking for a Senior Safety Manager who builds safety culture through presence, accountability, and genuine ownership of outcomes. This is a high-impact role with direct access to leadership and real authority to drive change across our operations.

Requirements

8+ years of progressive HSE experience, with at least 5 years in heavy fabrication, manufacturing, or a comparable industrial environment.
Deep working knowledge of OSHA 1910 and 1926 standards and applicable environmental regulations.
A proven track record in incident prevention, risk management, and regulatory compliance — you can point to outcomes, not just activities.

Nice To Haves

Preferred certifications: CSP, CIH, OSHA 30-Hour (General Industry and/or Construction), First Aid/CPR Instructor.
Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred — our workforce is diverse and communication matters.
Strong presence on the floor — you are as comfortable in the shop as you are in a leadership meeting.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and continuously improve company-wide HSE programs, policies, and procedures across all operations.
Drive compliance with OSHA, TCEQ, DOT, and customer-specific safety requirements — staying ahead of regulatory changes before they become issues.
Lead risk assessments, safety audits, and incident investigations with a focus on root cause analysis and sustainable corrective action.
Track, analyze, and report both leading and lagging safety indicators to measure progress and identify trends before they become incidents.
Build strong working relationships with leadership, supervisors, and front-line employees to create a proactive, ownership-driven safety culture.
Oversee safety training programs, PPE readiness, equipment inspections, and all HSE documentation and recordkeeping.
Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies, third-party audits, and customer safety requirements.
Mentor and develop HSE team members, setting clear expectations and building a team that holds itself accountable.