Safety Manager Jobs in Texas

Safety Manager jobs in Texas are in high demand, with strong concentrations in oil and gas, petrochemical, construction, and manufacturing industries serving one of the most active job markets in the country, with openings at every level from entry-level safety coordinator through senior EHS director. The largest share of hiring is in Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio, where major employers like ExxonMobil, Fluor Corporation, and Valero Energy maintain deep, ongoing safety workforces. Process safety, construction site safety, and environmental health and safety compliance are the most consistently sought specialties across Texas listings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles360+
Top employerUniFirst
Top cityHouston, TX
Cities hiring101
Work type78% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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Environmental Health and Safety Manager
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Environmental Health and Safety Manager
Tongrun International
Bonham, Texas
Cloud & DevOps
Engineering (Non-Software)
Technical Product & Program Management
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering
11-50

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Assistant Safety Manager
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Assistant Safety Manager
Hoar Construction
Houston, Texas
Construction Management
Manufacturing Operations
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in construction management

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Territory Manager – UniFirst First Aid + Safety
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Territory Manager – UniFirst First Aid + Safety
UniFirst
Lubbock, Texas
Business Development
Business Operations
Executive Assistant & Personal Assistant
Sales
10,000+

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Regional Safety Manager
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Regional Safety Manager
Performance Contracting
Austin, Texas
Business Operations
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Sales
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Regional Safety Manager
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Regional Safety Manager
Performance Contracting
Abilene, Texas
Business Analysis
Consulting & Professional Services
Bachelor's degree

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Safety Manager Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Antonio
22 jobs
Irving
13 jobs
Fort Worth
13 jobs
Abilene
12 jobs
El Paso
10 jobs
Haskell
8 jobs

Safety Manager Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

UniFirst8 open roles
Amazon8 open roles
Siemens7 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Energy
  • Retail
  • Automotive

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in safety manager jobs across Texas.

  • BCSP Certified Safety Professional (CSP) credential preferred or required by most Texas employers
  • Bachelor's degree in occupational health, environmental science, engineering, or a related field
  • Working knowledge of OSHA 1910 general industry and 1926 construction standards
  • Five or more years of EHS experience in oil and gas, petrochemical, or heavy construction
  • Proficiency with incident reporting systems such as Intelex, Cority, or SAP EHS modules
  • OSHA 30-hour construction or general industry certification completed within the past five years

Safety Manager Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a safety manager in Texas?

Texas does not require a state-issued license to work as a safety manager, but employers strongly prefer candidates who hold the Board of Certified Safety Professionals' Certified Safety Professional designation, known as the CSP. Most paths begin with a bachelor's degree in occupational safety, industrial hygiene, or engineering, followed by field experience in a Texas industry such as oil and gas or construction. Earning the CSP demonstrates the national standard that Texas employers consistently reference in job postings.

How much do safety managers make in Texas?

Safety managers in Texas earn a median of about $79,660 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $46,380 for the lowest 10% to over $126,500 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire safety managers in Texas?

Employers hiring safety managers in Texas right now include UniFirst, Amazon, and Siemens, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's concentration of petrochemical plants along the Gulf Coast, major construction contractors in Dallas-Fort Worth, and large manufacturers statewide means hiring activity is spread across a wide range of industries rather than concentrated in a single sector.

Which Texas cities have the most safety manager jobs?

Houston, Dallas, and Austin have the most safety manager openings in Texas. Houston dominates because of its dense cluster of refineries, petrochemical facilities, and offshore energy contractors along the Gulf Coast, while Dallas-Fort Worth draws volume from large construction projects, logistics operations, and corporate headquarters, and San Antonio supports steady demand through its military installations, healthcare systems, and growing manufacturing base.

Are there remote safety manager jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're rare. Safety managers are primarily responsible for on-site inspections, hazard assessments, and in-person worker training, which means most roles require a physical presence. About 22% of safety manager openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to be concentrated in corporate EHS program management, regulatory compliance analysis, and safety documentation roles rather than field-level positions.

How can I get hired as a safety manager in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is starting as a safety coordinator or EHS technician at a Texas construction contractor, refinery, or manufacturing facility where large employers routinely bring in candidates without full management experience. Companies like Turner Construction and Dow Chemical operate Texas sites that post associate-level safety roles, and earning an OSHA 30-hour certification before applying signals seriousness. Moving laterally from a quality control technician, field supervisor, or industrial hygiene assistant role is a common way in, and pursuing the Associate Safety Professional credential from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals gives early-career candidates a recognized credential that Texas employers recognize.

Where can I find and apply to safety manager jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to safety manager jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to the employer through the listing.

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