Safety Manager Jobs in Virginia

A Safety Manager in the human resources industry is responsible for developing and implementing safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe and secure working environment. They are tasked with conducting regular safety audits, training staff on safety regulations and practices, and investigating accidents or incidents to identify their causes and find ways to prevent them in the future. They also liaise with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety laws and regulations. Their role is critical in managing risks, reducing work-related injuries, and improving employee welfare and productivity.

Prior to becoming a Safety Manager, an individual may have held roles such as Safety Officer, Safety Coordinator, or Health and Safety Specialist. Important skills for a Safety Manager include strong communication and leadership abilities, attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and knowledge of safety regulations and best practices. Safety Managers should also have relevant certifications, such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), which attest to their expertise and commitment to safety management.

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What We’re Looking For: Experience: 5-7 years in construction safety management, preferably in commercial drywall and/or government contracting....

Environmental Health Safety Manager

  • Winchester, VA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Winchester, VA
  • 16 hours ago

Job ID: 4286 Alternate Locations: Newell Brands is a leading $8.3B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco, Coleman, Oster, Rubbermaid and Sharpie, and 25,000...

Senior Safety Manager

  • Falls Church, VA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Falls Church, VA
  • 22 hours ago

OSHA 500 preferred Degree and eight years of experience or twelve or more years of construction safety experience. Other professional experience/skills may act as a substitute....

Safety Manager (Eastern Region)

  • Alexandria, VA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 23 hours ago

Safety Manager Additional Requirements: Work schedule: Full-time working 8am-4:30pm Monday to Friday, HYBRID....

Health Safety Environment Manager

  • Fairfax, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities: Conducts site observations for safety compliance and behavior-based inspections and performs incident investigations while adhering to company policies....

Patient Safety Manager RRMC

  • Newport News, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 2 days ago

The Patient Safety Manager oversees and coordinates improvement projects as assigned....

Safety Manager (Princeton)

  • Richmond, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 3 days ago

Job Description Our client is looking to bring on an EHS manager supporting their clients in Princeton, NJ. Facilitate pre-construction review and planning activities Conduct frequent physical...

Safety Manager (Richmond)

  • Richmond, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 4 days ago

Insight Global Safety Manager (Richmond) in Richmond , Virginia Job Description Our client is looking to bring on an EHS manager supporting their clients in Richmond, VA....

Safety Manager Ashburn, VA

  • Dulles, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Dulles, VA
  • 5 days ago

Oversee all aspects of a commercial construction project ensuring OSHA compliance Conduct daily safety meetings Complete accident reports and conduct accident investigations Daily safety audits and...

Construction Safety Manager

  • Stone Ridge, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Stone Ridge, VA
  • 5 days ago

Job Description Job Description Summary: The main function of a supervisor/manager production is to supervise and coordinate the activities of production and operating workers. Job...

Safety Manager

  • McLean, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 5 days ago

Charles Taylor Safety Solutions is seeking a Safety Manager in McLean, VA 1099 Contract position Project details: 40 hours/week....

Electrical Maritime Safety Manager

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 7 days ago

Trainer Designation a plus OSHA 5410/5400 Graduate Safety Practitioner (GSP) Willingness to pursue Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Construction Health and Safety...

Title Safety and Training Manager

  • Fairfax, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 10 days ago

Prefer CDS (Certified Director of Safety) and/or CSP (Certified Safety Professional) Designation. Certifications according to local contract requirements....

Safety & Occupational Health Manager (Safety Administrator)

  • Jonesville, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Jonesville, VA
  • 11 days ago

Conducts monthly inspections of all work areas of the facility to ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations....

Safety Manager, Construction

  • Newport News, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 11 days ago

SUMMARY The Safety Manager position is an important role for the company....

Demographic Data for Virginia

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Salary for Safety Manager Jobs in Virginia

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHR research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Safety Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Safety Managers in Virginia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.6%
Master's Degree
24.5%
Associate's Degree
9.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.4%
High School or GED
9.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.6%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Safety Managers in Virginia
1-2 years
23.8%
2-4 years
19.0%
4-6 years
19.0%
Less than 1 year
19.0%
None
14.3%
10+ years
4.8%



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