H-1B Visa Health And Safety Manager Jobs
Health and Safety Manager roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in occupational health, safety engineering, or a related field. Large manufacturers, construction firms, and healthcare systems are among the most consistent H-1B visa sponsors for this role.
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Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home.
We boldly go.
Where is the work:
On-Site (5 days)
What you will do:
- In charge of all EHS activities at plant level to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures as well as local and federal laws and regulations (OSHA, EPA, EQB, PRASA, Solid Waste Authority, etc.)
- Supervise departmental employees and assigned contractors.
- Maintain open communication with Plant Manager in all concerns and instructions given by Corporate on EHS area in order to comply with such, and will support those initiatives.
- Plans and implements environmental policies and procedures.
- Plans, implements and trains managers and employees in EHS practices.
- Serves as plant representative in a variety of audit processes including OSHA, PROSHA, EPA, EQB, PRASA, and Fire Department, as well as corporate audits.
- Uses lean processes to analyze all EHS accidents in the facility.
- Ensure all required EHS permits are in place and updated as required.
- Compiles and submits all environmental reports required by regulatory agencies such as EPA, EQB, PRASA, among others.
- Evaluates water chemical analysis data in primary and supportive plant systems to determine compliance with regulations.
- Confers with departmental supervisors, manufacturing representatives, and regulatory agency staff to discuss problems, to develop tests to detect hazardous leaks, and to design plans to monitor equipment.
- Assesses the environmental risk of activities and advises management on environmental impact.
- Develops and implements air monitoring and industrial hygiene programs to determine compliance with federal and state regulations. As necessary, implements actions to control fugitive emissions from the facility.
- Performs hazardous waste site investigations, develops and recommends action for management, which complies with regulations.
- Interprets data and observations to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry guidelines and advises management accordingly.
- Manage all EHS capital projects and other initiatives, as required.
- Represents the organization in community or industry environmental groups and programs.
- Maintains environmental files and records in accordance with government requirements.
- Performs other duties and projects as assigned.
- Maintain the work area clean and organized.
- Support lean initiatives (5s, RIE’s, SQDIP, MDI, 9 step).
- Comply with company policies and procedures, including EHS and ISO requirements.
- Provide regulatory and technical oversight for hazardous waste operations and all resources to implement the Hazardous Waste Program. Provide resources to coordinate emergency response to chemical spills, releases, fire and other emergencies. Responsible for agencies notification and reporting. Maintain and prepare all reports required by RCRA as biennial report, etc. Assess the areas and provide assistance when new hazardous wastes are generated.
- Organize the emergency brigades for site evaluation.
- Active role and engagement in Gemba walks to address, maintain contact with production and warehouse operations.
- Frequent involvement in production and operation meetings to support the areas to reduce safety risk.
- Comply with all administrative and company requirements such as development plans, timely annual goal settings, proper setting-reviews, employee’s goals, timely and professional feedback to the team using the tools provided by the company.
- PMP TMS Coordination with other members of the organization to meet goals and projects related to environmental metrics such as water reduction.
What you will bring:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Technology or equivalent.
Minimum 5 years’ experience in EHS management.
Computer knowledge (MS Office).
Knowledge in safety, health and environmental laws and regulations, such as OSHA, EPA, EQB, etc.
Certification as PR Professional Engineer (PE), preferred.
Certifications such as REM (Registered Environmental Manager) and CEA (Certified Environmental Auditor), preferred.
Strong background in team leadership and people management.
Negotiation and presentation skills.
Customer service oriented.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Spanish.
Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
$111,910.00 - $156,450.00
Compensation Type:
Salary
Incentive Eligible:
Yes
Sales Commission Eligible:
No
Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.
Thrive at work and at home:
- Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
- Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
- Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
- Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
Safety Sensitive Role:
Yes
The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.
Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.
Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home.
We boldly go.
Where is the work:
On-Site (5 days)
What you will do:
- In charge of all EHS activities at plant level to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures as well as local and federal laws and regulations (OSHA, EPA, EQB, PRASA, Solid Waste Authority, etc.)
- Supervise departmental employees and assigned contractors.
- Maintain open communication with Plant Manager in all concerns and instructions given by Corporate on EHS area in order to comply with such, and will support those initiatives.
- Plans and implements environmental policies and procedures.
- Plans, implements and trains managers and employees in EHS practices.
- Serves as plant representative in a variety of audit processes including OSHA, PROSHA, EPA, EQB, PRASA, and Fire Department, as well as corporate audits.
- Uses lean processes to analyze all EHS accidents in the facility.
- Ensure all required EHS permits are in place and updated as required.
- Compiles and submits all environmental reports required by regulatory agencies such as EPA, EQB, PRASA, among others.
- Evaluates water chemical analysis data in primary and supportive plant systems to determine compliance with regulations.
- Confers with departmental supervisors, manufacturing representatives, and regulatory agency staff to discuss problems, to develop tests to detect hazardous leaks, and to design plans to monitor equipment.
- Assesses the environmental risk of activities and advises management on environmental impact.
- Develops and implements air monitoring and industrial hygiene programs to determine compliance with federal and state regulations. As necessary, implements actions to control fugitive emissions from the facility.
- Performs hazardous waste site investigations, develops and recommends action for management, which complies with regulations.
- Interprets data and observations to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry guidelines and advises management accordingly.
- Manage all EHS capital projects and other initiatives, as required.
- Represents the organization in community or industry environmental groups and programs.
- Maintains environmental files and records in accordance with government requirements.
- Performs other duties and projects as assigned.
- Maintain the work area clean and organized.
- Support lean initiatives (5s, RIE’s, SQDIP, MDI, 9 step).
- Comply with company policies and procedures, including EHS and ISO requirements.
- Provide regulatory and technical oversight for hazardous waste operations and all resources to implement the Hazardous Waste Program. Provide resources to coordinate emergency response to chemical spills, releases, fire and other emergencies. Responsible for agencies notification and reporting. Maintain and prepare all reports required by RCRA as biennial report, etc. Assess the areas and provide assistance when new hazardous wastes are generated.
- Organize the emergency brigades for site evaluation.
- Active role and engagement in Gemba walks to address, maintain contact with production and warehouse operations.
- Frequent involvement in production and operation meetings to support the areas to reduce safety risk.
- Comply with all administrative and company requirements such as development plans, timely annual goal settings, proper setting-reviews, employee’s goals, timely and professional feedback to the team using the tools provided by the company.
- PMP TMS Coordination with other members of the organization to meet goals and projects related to environmental metrics such as water reduction.
What you will bring:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Technology or equivalent.
Minimum 5 years’ experience in EHS management.
Computer knowledge (MS Office).
Knowledge in safety, health and environmental laws and regulations, such as OSHA, EPA, EQB, etc.
Certification as PR Professional Engineer (PE), preferred.
Certifications such as REM (Registered Environmental Manager) and CEA (Certified Environmental Auditor), preferred.
Strong background in team leadership and people management.
Negotiation and presentation skills.
Customer service oriented.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Spanish.
Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
$111,910.00 - $156,450.00
Compensation Type:
Salary
Incentive Eligible:
Yes
Sales Commission Eligible:
No
Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.
Thrive at work and at home:
- Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
- Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
- Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
- Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
Safety Sensitive Role:
Yes
The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Health And Safety Manager
Align your degree to SOC codes
USCIS evaluates whether your degree field directly relates to safety management. Pull the O*NET profile for Health and Safety Managers to confirm which degree fields support a specialty occupation argument before you apply.
Target industries with mandatory compliance programs
Manufacturers, chemical processors, and healthcare systems file more H-1B LCAs for safety roles because OSHA compliance requires dedicated managers. Filtering by industry sector narrows your search to employers with real sponsorship history.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Health and Safety Manager roles by employers with confirmed LCA filing history, so you're only applying to companies that have already sponsored this specific job category.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your worksite location. Run the OFLC Wage Search using SOC code 11-9199 before your offer conversation so you know the wage floor for your region.
Prepare for specialty occupation RFEs proactively
USCIS sometimes issues Requests for Evidence on safety roles if the job description sounds operational rather than analytical. Ask your employer to draft the H-1B job description emphasizing policy development, risk assessment, and regulatory interpretation.
Confirm employer E-Verify enrollment before accepting
H-1B sponsorship requires your employer to be registered with USCIS. Check that your prospective employer is enrolled in E-Verify before you reach the offer stage, since unenrolled employers cannot file your petition.
H-1B Visa Health And Safety Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Health and Safety Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the employer requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as occupational health, safety engineering, industrial hygiene, or environmental science. Roles framed around compliance program management and regulatory interpretation are stronger candidates than positions described primarily as hands-on inspection work. USCIS looks at whether the degree requirement is standard for the position in the industry.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most consistently for safety managers?
Manufacturing, chemical processing, construction, and hospital systems sponsor H-1B petitions for Health and Safety Managers most frequently, driven by mandatory OSHA compliance obligations and the need for credentialed professionals managing site-wide programs. You can find employers with verified LCA filing history in this role category on Migrate Mate, filtered by industry and location.
What certifications strengthen an H-1B petition for a safety manager?
Credentials like the Certified Safety Professional designation from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals or the Certified Industrial Hygienist credential demonstrate specialized competence beyond a generalist degree. Including these in your resume and in the employer's H-1B support letter reinforces the specialty occupation argument, particularly when your degree field is adjacent rather than directly matched to the posted role.
Can a Health and Safety Manager role support H-1B status if the employer has multiple worksites?
Yes, but the employer must file a separate LCA for each worksite where you'll work for more than 30 consecutive days if it's outside the area covered by your original LCA. USCIS and DOL treat multi-site roles with added scrutiny, so your employer's immigration counsel should account for all regular work locations when preparing the petition and Labor Condition Application.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement apply to safety manager positions?
DOL sets the prevailing wage for your position based on the SOC code, your worksite's geographic area, and one of four wage levels tied to experience and supervisory responsibility. Your employer's LCA must certify they'll pay at least that wage level. Use the OFLC Wage Search with the relevant SOC code to look up the applicable threshold for your specific location before entering salary discussions.