Job description
Safety Manager
$100,000 - $125,000 + Career Development & Specialist Safety Training + 10% Bonus + 3 weeks PTO + 5% 401(k) + Full Benefits
Chicago, IL (Commutable from Naperville, Aurora, Schaumburg, Evanston, Joliet, and surrounding areas)
Are you a Safety Manager with high-voltage and renewable energy experience looking to take the technical lead on large-scale clean energy projects?
On offer is the opportunity to step into a senior safety leadership role, where you'll shape safety culture across complex renewables sites, gain specialist training, and progress technically within a fast-growing international business.
This company is a global, multi-billion-dollar leader in renewable energy, known for investing heavily in their people, promoting from within, and setting industry standards for safety across wind, solar, and energy storage projects.
On offer is a role where you'll own and lead safety strategy across high-risk, high-voltage environments, working closely with senior leadership while mentoring site teams and influencing safety policy at a strategic level.
This role would suit a Health & Safety Manager looking for technical progression, increased responsibility, and long-term career growth within the renewable energy sector.
The Role:
- Lead and implement Health & Safety programs across high-voltage wind, solar, and energy storage projects across North America
- Conduct site audits, incident investigations, and develop proactive safety initiatives across complex environments
- Enjoy hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days remote), early Friday finishes, structured progression, and full benefits from Day 1
The Candidate:
- Proven experience in Health & Safety within high-voltage environments (renewable energy, utilities, or industrial power)
- Background in renewable energy projects such as wind, solar, or energy storage
- Confident communicator able to lead audits, deliver technical safety training, and influence safety culture
- OSHA 30 certified
Key Words: Health and Safety Management, OSHA Compliance, Canadian MOL Regulations, ISO 45001, Incident Investigation, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Training Delivery, Confined Space Rescue, Working at Heights, Electrical Safety, Lockout Tagout (LOTO), Safety Policy Development, Risk Assessment, Safety Audits, Emergency Response, Industrial Safety Programs, Renewable Energy Safety, Wind and Solar Safety, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Safety Culture, Safety Leadership, Safety Reporting, Safety Compliance Monitoring, Safety Documentation, Field Safety Inspections, Technical Safety Training, Regulatory Liaison, Safety Program Implementation, Safety Communication, Training Facilitation, Safety Performance Metrics, Hybrid Work Environment, Career Development, Employee Safety Engagement, PPE Standards, OSHA 30 Certification, High-Voltage Environments, Travel for Training, Safety Procedures, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Workplace Safety Standards
Reference Number: BBBH265152
To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Ed Harris at Rise Technical Recruitment.
Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.
The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
