BraveView, Inc.
Safety Manager Commercial Landscape and Snow
BraveView, Inc., Lockport, Illinois, United States, 60441
Safety Manager – Commercial Landscaping
Field-Based Role | Bilingual (Spanish/English) | Growing Organization
Location:
Lockport, IL Reports to:
Director of Human Resources
Our client is a rapidly growing commercial landscape company committed to providing a safe work environment for our employees, customers, and visitors. With strong safety programs already in place and a demonstrated reduction in incidents year-over-year, we are adding a second
Safety Manager
to strengthen our safety leadership team and continue driving improvements across all branches.
This is a
high-visibility, field-focused role , spending approximately
70% of the time in the field
conducting audits, inspections, coaching, and relationship-building with crews and leadership.
Position Summary The Safety Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and reinforcing safety training, investigating incidents, ensuring OSHA compliance, and transforming existing safety policies into executable plans and departmental procedures. This role plays a key part in preventing on-the-job injuries and sustaining a strong safety culture across all operations.
The Safety Manager will work closely with HR, branch leadership, operations, and an external safety consultant to ensure consistency, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities Safety Leadership & Culture
Drive and reinforce the
Company Safety Culture
across all branches
Lead by example through consistent field presence and engagement
Reinforce positive behaviors and address recurring safety issues at the branch level
Field Safety & Audits
Conduct regular job-site visits to monitor safety practices and ensure compliance
Perform safety audits and crew observations (multiple crews per day)
Visit higher-risk operations such as tree crews using lifts and specialized equipment
Partner with an external safety consultant during
tri-annual safety audits
Training & Communication
Develop and deliver safety training, toolbox talks, tailgate meetings, and refreshers
Lead morning kickoff presentations and safety meetings (primarily in Spanish)
Maintain accurate records of all safety training
Provide coaching-based safety observations to reduce incidents such as slips, trips, and falls
Incident Management & Compliance
Investigate accidents and incidents thoroughly
Ensure completion of incident reports, photographs, post-accident drug and alcohol testing
Determine OSHA recordable and submit required documentation
Notify insurance carriers and work with resolution managers on active cases
Prepare safety compliance and performance reports
Reporting & Analysis
Create reporting mechanisms for safety-related issues
Analyze incident trends, metrics, and injury case studies
Develop and implement corrective action plans to reduce repeat incidents
Support HR by managing OSHA logs, reports, and related documentation
PPE & Equipment Safety
Oversee distribution, use, and inspection of PPE
Ensure compliance with PPE standards across all crews
Support and improve existing programs, including the company boot reimbursement program
Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
Work closely with department managers and branch leadershipAdjust safety approaches by branch based on specific risks and behaviors
Support company-wide safety initiatives, including remote visibility for out-of-state operations
Qualifications Required
3+ years of safety experience, preferably in a field-based role
Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA regulations, injury prevention, and job-site safety
Strong leadership, training, and coaching abilities
Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills
Strong critical-thinking, problem-solving, and risk-assessment skills
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Ability to work independently in the field while collaborating with leadership
Bilingual (Spanish/English)
– required
High School Diploma or equivalent
Preferred
Safety experience in landscaping, construction, utilities, or similar field-based industries
Strong computer skills, including spreadsheets and presentation development
Experience conducting audits and managing OSHA documentation
Comfortable delivering training and presentations to large groups
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary:
$80,000 – $100,000
Bonus potential:
5–10% of base salary
Company committed to investing in equipment, training, and resources to improve safety
Field-based role with office support as needed
Stable organization with established policies and programs
Why Join?
Strong safety foundation with room to make a meaningful impact
Demonstrated improvement in incident reduction year-over-year
Supportive leadership and collaboration with HR and Operations
Opportunity to shape and elevate safety practices across a growing, multi-branch organization
Long-term career growth as the company continues to expand
If you are a results driven Safety Manager who takes pride in developing programs and achieving tangible results, we’d love to speak with you. Please respond to this post and include a copy of your resume.
Compensation
$401,000 per year
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Lockport, IL Reports to:
Director of Human Resources
Our client is a rapidly growing commercial landscape company committed to providing a safe work environment for our employees, customers, and visitors. With strong safety programs already in place and a demonstrated reduction in incidents year-over-year, we are adding a second
Safety Manager
to strengthen our safety leadership team and continue driving improvements across all branches.
This is a
high-visibility, field-focused role , spending approximately
70% of the time in the field
conducting audits, inspections, coaching, and relationship-building with crews and leadership.
Position Summary The Safety Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and reinforcing safety training, investigating incidents, ensuring OSHA compliance, and transforming existing safety policies into executable plans and departmental procedures. This role plays a key part in preventing on-the-job injuries and sustaining a strong safety culture across all operations.
The Safety Manager will work closely with HR, branch leadership, operations, and an external safety consultant to ensure consistency, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities Safety Leadership & Culture
Drive and reinforce the
Company Safety Culture
across all branches
Lead by example through consistent field presence and engagement
Reinforce positive behaviors and address recurring safety issues at the branch level
Field Safety & Audits
Conduct regular job-site visits to monitor safety practices and ensure compliance
Perform safety audits and crew observations (multiple crews per day)
Visit higher-risk operations such as tree crews using lifts and specialized equipment
Partner with an external safety consultant during
tri-annual safety audits
Training & Communication
Develop and deliver safety training, toolbox talks, tailgate meetings, and refreshers
Lead morning kickoff presentations and safety meetings (primarily in Spanish)
Maintain accurate records of all safety training
Provide coaching-based safety observations to reduce incidents such as slips, trips, and falls
Incident Management & Compliance
Investigate accidents and incidents thoroughly
Ensure completion of incident reports, photographs, post-accident drug and alcohol testing
Determine OSHA recordable and submit required documentation
Notify insurance carriers and work with resolution managers on active cases
Prepare safety compliance and performance reports
Reporting & Analysis
Create reporting mechanisms for safety-related issues
Analyze incident trends, metrics, and injury case studies
Develop and implement corrective action plans to reduce repeat incidents
Support HR by managing OSHA logs, reports, and related documentation
PPE & Equipment Safety
Oversee distribution, use, and inspection of PPE
Ensure compliance with PPE standards across all crews
Support and improve existing programs, including the company boot reimbursement program
Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
Work closely with department managers and branch leadershipAdjust safety approaches by branch based on specific risks and behaviors
Support company-wide safety initiatives, including remote visibility for out-of-state operations
Qualifications Required
3+ years of safety experience, preferably in a field-based role
Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA regulations, injury prevention, and job-site safety
Strong leadership, training, and coaching abilities
Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills
Strong critical-thinking, problem-solving, and risk-assessment skills
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Ability to work independently in the field while collaborating with leadership
Bilingual (Spanish/English)
– required
High School Diploma or equivalent
Preferred
Safety experience in landscaping, construction, utilities, or similar field-based industries
Strong computer skills, including spreadsheets and presentation development
Experience conducting audits and managing OSHA documentation
Comfortable delivering training and presentations to large groups
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary:
$80,000 – $100,000
Bonus potential:
5–10% of base salary
Company committed to investing in equipment, training, and resources to improve safety
Field-based role with office support as needed
Stable organization with established policies and programs
Why Join?
Strong safety foundation with room to make a meaningful impact
Demonstrated improvement in incident reduction year-over-year
Supportive leadership and collaboration with HR and Operations
Opportunity to shape and elevate safety practices across a growing, multi-branch organization
Long-term career growth as the company continues to expand
If you are a results driven Safety Manager who takes pride in developing programs and achieving tangible results, we’d love to speak with you. Please respond to this post and include a copy of your resume.
Compensation
$401,000 per year
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