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ACCO Engineered Systems

Safety Manager

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Lead, mentor, and coach management and safety staff toward a proactive, positive safety culture that prioritizes injury and illness prevention. * Recruit, develop, and retain effective and ...

Luster National

Safety Manager

New York, NY · On-site

May lead, develop, and evaluate the safety staff assigned across your contracts, and hold their audit and observation documentation to a consistent program standard. * Coordinate safety planning ...

Iron Cumberland LLC

Safety Tech

Waynesburg, PA · On-site

Works with operations management and safety staff to effectively collect respirable dust samples and maintain compliance. * Uses the PDM (Personal Dust Monitor) and gravimetric dust pumps to collect ...

Ryan Companies

Regional Safety Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

Lead and supervise regional safety staff. * Collaborate with project teams to ensure consistent application of safety programs. * Support employee development, including mentoring, training, and ...

Holder Construction

Senior Safety Coordinator

Reno, NV · On-site

The Senior Safety Coordinator leads safety execution for major project scopes, mentors junior safety staff, and serves as a key safety leader within the project team. This role emphasizes leadership ...

Ryan Companies

Regional Safety Manager

Des Moines, IA · On-site

Lead and supervise regional safety staff. * Collaborate with project teams to ensure consistent application of safety programs. * Support employee development, including mentoring, training, and ...

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To thrive as Safety Staff, you need a solid understanding of occupational health and safety regulations, hazard identification, and risk assessment, often supported by relevant certifications such as OSHA or NEBOSH. Familiarity with safety management systems, incident reporting tools, and workplace inspection checklists is typically required. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are vital soft skills. These competencies help ensure a safe work environment, prevent accidents, and maintain compliance with safety standards.

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Safety Staff often face challenges such as gaining buy-in from employees and management when introducing new safety protocols, especially if these changes require altering established routines. They may also encounter resistance due to perceived inconvenience or lack of understanding about the importance of compliance. Additionally, keeping up with evolving regulations and ensuring consistent communication across all departments can be demanding. Effective Safety Staff address these challenges by providing thorough training, fostering a culture of safety, and maintaining clear, open communication with all team members.

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AspectSafety StaffSafety Coordinator
CertificationsOSHA 10/30-hour, safety trainingOSHA 30-hour, safety management certifications
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, factories, industrial settingsOffice, site inspections, safety meetings
Employer UsageEmployers hiring entry-level safety personnelEmployers overseeing safety programs and compliance

Safety Staff typically perform on-the-ground safety tasks, ensuring compliance and hazard prevention. Safety Coordinators often manage safety programs, conduct training, and coordinate safety efforts. While Safety Staff focus on immediate safety tasks, Safety Coordinators handle planning and policy implementation.

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Safety Manager

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

ACCO Engineered Systems
Construction • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about ACCO Engineered Systemsexternal

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

ACCO Engineered Systems rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description


General Job Description:
The Safety Manager is responsible for cultivating a robust safety culture and maintaining complete regulatory compliance. This involves: managing compliance, policy development, implementation, and auditing; overseeing safety programs and support services for safety staff; leading safety personnel, advising management on injury/illness prevention, and facilitating safety communication; and acting as the primary safety contact for employees, management, and customers.
Supervises: Safety Professionals and other support staff.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
  • Lead, mentor, and coach management and safety staff toward a proactive, positive safety culture that prioritizes injury and illness prevention.
  • Recruit, develop, and retain effective and collaborative safety professionals while ensuring quality control and professional development within the team.
  • Plan and manage schedules, workflow, and workload delegation to provide continuous oversight and guidance to field staff.
  • Perform job site hazard analyses and proactive site walks with supervision and sales staff to identify exposures and recommend timely controls.
  • Manage internal and external safety inspections and audits, ensuring all safety records are accurate.
  • Serve as the technical safety advisor to ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws, OSHA regulations, and industry standards.
  • Provide incident intervention, response support, and technical guidance during safety events.
  • Investigate incidents, analyze trends, and develop comprehensive reports including corrective and preventive actions.
  • Develop, communicate, and execute site-specific safety plans per customer requirements and verify field adherence.
  • Develop and implement strategies to control exposure to hazards and promptly correct unsafe acts or conditions.
  • Build and maintain strong internal and external partnerships with field leaders, clients, subcontractors, and regulatory organizations.
  • Coach partners across all departments (field, shop, office) in safe practices and regulatory compliance.
  • Facilitate safety communication through tailgates, safety stand-downs, and regular employee updates on environmental or societal risks.
  • Schedule, facilitate, and track safety training programs to ensure regulatory compliance and reinforce awareness.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies and represent the company in environmental protection matters.
  • Develop and maintain evacuation plans, conduct drills, and ensure compliance with emergency preparedness standards.
  • Coordinate medical care and return-to-work processes while tracking documentation and follow-up in collaboration with Risk Management.
  • Lead or assist in pausing work to address immediate safety concerns and develop necessary mitigation strategies.
  • Attend sales and client meetings to present safety metrics, initiatives, and technical expertise.
  • Assist in the selection and implementation of appropriate safety equipment, signage, and personal protective gear.
  • Maintain professional knowledge through continued education, networking, and participation in industry organizations.
  • Ensure a safe and healthy working environment for all employees, customers, and members of the public.
  • Assume additional responsibilities as assigned by leadership to support business needs.

Position Requirements (Skills, Work Experience, Education, etc.):
  • A minimum of 10 years of experience in construction, maintenance, safety, or operations is required. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in related industries, such as mechanical contracting or comparable commercial/industrial construction.
  • Minimum 5 years of Safety management experience.
  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited degree program in Occupational Safety and Health, Engineering, or related field of study, OR equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • CHST or CSP Certification required, SMP Certification preferred.
  • Extensive knowledge of safety/environmental principles and techniques
  • Knowledgeable of Federal, State, and local Environmental Health & Safety regulations
  • Knowledgeable in construction operations
  • Ability to voice professional opinions and concerns in a tactful, authentic, and approachable manner to field leadership and stakeholders.
  • Ability to identify safety-related exposures and propose corrective actions
  • Demonstrates leadership, teamwork, and interpersonal skills to build professional relationships
  • Demonstrate a commitment to continuous growth by seeking out new learning initiatives and championing knowledge-sharing across the organization and with our external stakeholders
  • Professional verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to take direction and follow through with commitments
  • Exceptional organizational skills with close attention to detail
  • Analytical thinking, good judgment, and problem-solving skills
  • Able to work in a dynamic environment and flexible to reprioritize responsibilities with management direction
  • Proficient in computer and data entry skills, Microsoft Office, Google, and the Apple suite of applications, and collaboration tools
  • Ability to manage and re-prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Must have a valid driver's license meeting company requirements.

ACCO Competencies:
  • Proactivity / Initiative: Recognizes what needs to be done and accomplishes it in a manner appropriate for one's level/position and with minimal supervision.
  • Perseverance: Shows the wherewithal to fight for difficult goals despite challenges and to bounce back from adversity.
  • Insight: The ability to gather and make sense of information that suggests new possibilities.
  • Engagement: Shows a knack for using emotion and logic to communicate a persuasive vision and connect with people.
  • Teamwork: The ability to effectively work toward common goals with others by supporting, encouraging, and sharing information in an authentic and approachable manner.
  • Big Picture: Understands and contributes to organizations' short- and long-term business strategy. On a personal level has independently developed a vision for short- and long-term career success.
  • Motivation / Dedication: Commits to excellence in pursuing unselfish goals. Initiates action with collective goals, takes responsibility and shows personal humility.
  • Technical Curiosity / Willingness to Learn: Interest in seeking out new experiences, knowledge, and candid feedback; demonstrating an openness to learning and change.
  • Problem-Solver: Ability to identify, analyze, and solve a problem in support of personal, group, department, or organizational objectives.

Physical Requirements:
(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
  • Ability to move or transport equipment up to 25 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Specific vision abilities are often required, including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, as well as the ability to adjust focus.
  • Ability to stand, walk, and climb stairs or ladders for extended periods, often over various and uneven terrains.
  • Use of hands and fingers for tasks such as tool use, equipment operation, and typing.
  • Ability to inspect equipment in various positions/confined areas.
  • Must be able to work in varying climate conditions, including heat and cold.
  • Must be able to work safely at heights exceeding 20 feet and within permit-required confined spaces while wearing all necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods.

Hours:
This is an Exempt position, typically working Monday through Friday. Work hours are generally scheduled to begin and end during work-site hours, with a one-hour meal break and two rest breaks. Flexibility in the exact start and end times, subject to business needs and prior supervisor approval.
Travel: Must be available to travel between multiple sites.
About Us
Why join ACCO? ACCO Engineered Systems is one of the largest mechanical contractors in the country. Since 1934, owners and builders have selected ACCO to design, install, and maintain more than 250,000 mechanical projects. ACCO is dedicated to the design, fabrication, installation, maintenance and service of commercial and industrial HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, process piping, and building automation systems. Whether your project is a low or high-rise office building, a shopping mall, hospital, semi-conductor fabrication facility or pharmaceutical manufacturing plant...ACCO can design, build, install, and maintain a mechanical system to meet your needs.
Here at ACCO, we are a part of something bigger. Just ask our customers: California Academy of Sciences, L.A. Live, and San Francisco 49ers Stadium. While we have been around for 80+ years, we continue to grow at a dynamic pace. And we are looking for talented individuals to join our team.
What's great about working at ACCO is that we're a big enough company to be the leader in HVAC mechanical contracting in California and the Southwest U.S., but as a 100% employee-owned ESOP, we're a private company with a family-oriented feel. Several of our employees have worked at ACCO for twenty-five, thirty, and even over forty years! Together, the employees of ACCO are comprised of intelligent, dedicated, and entrepreneurial team members who put customers first and enjoy what they do.
ACCO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AA M/F/V/D.
We proudly hire U.S. Military Veterans, and those qualified are encouraged to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law.|Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
ACCO will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment.
Notice to Outside Recruiters:
Hiring managers are not authorized to review or accept recruiting agreements from any outside recruiting agencies. Outside recruiting agencies should not submit unsolicited resumes without signing the company's recruiting agreement.

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