Entry Level Hse Manager Jobs
New grad hse manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship or hands-on safety project can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Construction & Real Estate, Transportation & Logistics, and Renewable Energy, with employers like Sundt Construction, RailWorks Corporation, and Enfinity Global hiring at this level now.
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Job ID: 19919
Benefits Offering
RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives. We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives.
Compensation
$120000 - $155000 / year
Position Summary
This position plays a critical role ensuring RailWorks meets the highest standards of safety, efficiency, legal, regulatory and policy compliance, all while delivering excellent customer service. These responsibilities encompass all business unit operations pertaining to safety initiatives, continuous improvement and deliverables for a culture of Safe Production.
Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties
- Supports and influences operations business units to drive a culture of continuous improvement and Safe Production
- Works proactively and cooperatively with employees, unions, regulators, customers, and other stakeholders to achieve positive results
- Trains and coaches hourly labor, foremen, supervisors and local managers
- Completes audits, observations and inspections in the field, shops, yards, and offices
- Determines safety needs and corrects unsafe procedures, practices and employee behaviors
- Supports operations with documenting unsafe conditions, safety violations, accidents and near misses
- Leads and supports incident investigations to identify root cause(s) and corrective actions and cooperates in the preparation of materials and evidence for organization use in hearings, lawsuits, and insurance investigations
- Ensures that all required records and reports are complete, accurate and correctly submitted
- Plans and implements safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations with special emphasis on FRA and OSHA requirements, as well as customer requirements
- Inspects jobsite to detect existing or potential accident and health hazards, determining corrective or preventative action, and follows up to ensure measures have been implemented
- Oversees administration related to the company’s Workers’ Compensation program on the specific project
- Participates in and ensures safety committees are effective and meeting as required
- Participates in and administers the RailWorks Drug & Alcohol program on the jobsite
- Participates in data analytics, KPI development, application, and improvements with software solutions such as Microsoft Power BI, Power Apps, etc.
- Assists with corporate safety initiatives, and performs other duties as assigned.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- 2 to 4 years work experience in a heavy labor environment
- MUST have construction industry experience
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to write reports
- Strong computer skills are mandatory, significant experience and abilities with Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with OSHA reporting
- Must have excellent communications skills, both verbal and written
- Strong interpersonal skills are necessary; ability to interact and with all levels of the company in field sites, corporate, and customers.
- Must possess the character and unquestionable integrity to represent the Company and provide credibility for all work, reports and analysis that is provided through the safety department
- Must have the ability to grasp facts, processes, procedures in a changing environment very quickly, a quick learner
- Works in a proactive manner, a self-starter who approaches his/her work with a sense of urgency
- Ability to meet deadlines under pressure in short time frames
- Ability to multi-task and thrive in an environment where numerous tasks and projects are occurring simultaneously
- Must possess a valid Driver License
- Must be physically able to wear respiratory protection, climb ladders, work in tunnels, work at heights, work outdoors in both hot and cold conditions and walk remote jobsites.
- Must be able to obtain TWIC Card for access to ports as well as pass other security screenings as determined by our clients.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
- Frequently sits, stands, walks, reads, writes and uses a computer keyboard.
- When visiting project sites, stands and walks and may climb, balance, stoop, or crouch while negotiating work areas under construction.
- May be exposed to harsh weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather.
- May be exposed to loud noise.
- Standing, speaking for relatively long periods of time.
- Up to 100% travel and must have the ability to travel to Canada.
Company Overview
This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.
RailWorks is North America’s leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.
RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to an individual’s sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.
Nearest Major Market: San Jose
Nearest Secondary Market: Palo Alto
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Entry Level Hse Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level hse manager job?
Entry level hse manager employers typically look for a degree in occupational health, environmental science, or a related field, along with any internship, co-op, or volunteer safety experience. Certifications like OSHA 10 or 30 give candidates a real edge at this stage. Highlighting specific projects where you identified hazards, wrote safety plans, or supported compliance audits signals practical readiness even without years of full-time experience.
Which companies hire entry level hse managers?
Companies hiring entry level hse managers right now include Sundt Construction, RailWorks Corporation, and Enfinity Global, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Manufacturing, construction, logistics, and energy firms tend to recruit at this level consistently, often onboarding new grads into structured safety programs alongside experienced teams.
Are there remote entry level hse manager jobs?
Yes, though most entry level hse manager roles are on-site given the hands-on nature of safety work. About 50% of entry level hse manager openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions typically involve compliance documentation, reporting, or environmental program coordination rather than direct field inspections.
Are these new grad hse manager jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior hse manager roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or co-op work in lieu of full-time history, or mentions a degree as the primary qualification. Many entry level openings specifically encourage new grads to apply and provide on-the-job training.
Which industries hire the most entry level hse managers?
Entry Level hse manager roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Transportation & Logistics, and Renewable Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors carry significant regulatory and liability obligations around worker safety and environmental compliance, which drives consistent demand for junior safety professionals who can support inspections, recordkeeping, and OSHA reporting from day one.