Health And Safety Manager Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Health and Safety Managers are routinely sponsored for H-1B visa and EB-3 visas, with employers across construction, manufacturing, and energy actively filing petitions. A bachelor's degree in occupational health, safety engineering, or a related field is typically required to qualify. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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INTRODUCTION
Clean Harbors is looking for a Regional Health & Safety Manager to join their safety conscious team! The Regional Health & Safety Manager provides comprehensive safety and health direction and support to our Remediation Operations, including providing guidance and direction to management and various personnel on implementing CHESI Health & Safety Programs and promoting continuous safety improvement; Provide support and assistance for other H&S needs throughout the company, including Health & Safety Plans, safety audits and inspections, record-keeping, industrial hygiene monitoring and assessments, equipment inspections, safety performance tracking and reporting, safety and health training, incident and accident investigation and tracking, and program development, among other responsibilities.
Why work for Clean Harbors?
- Health and Safety is our #1 value and we live it 3-6-5!
- Competitive wages (Insert important compensation details)
- Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
- Group RRSP with company matching component
- Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement
- Positive and safe work environments
- Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Willing to travel away from home for up to 2 weeks at a time.
- Ensuring that Health and Safety is the number one value by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and always acting in a safe manner.
- Oversee and manage Health & Safety Representative(s).
- Work closely with various managers and other CHESI personnel within the region to address health and safety issues and drive implementation of CHESI Health & Safety programs.
- Audit performance and compliance with policies, programs, and procedures.
- Assist in development and review of safety and health programs.
- Identify new health and safety programs needs or changes to existing programs.
- Advise and represent Company during regulatory actions.
- Review and develop work and site plans.
- Conduct on-site health and safety audits and inspections.
- Complete and submit, within negotiated timeframes, projects assigned by Health and Safety Department Managers, and assist operations in project H&S planning.
- Notify immediately or as soon as possible the Regional or Corporate Manager Occupational Health and Safety when a Government Occupational Safety and Health agency, State Health Department, Labor and Industry, etc. arrives to conduct on-site visits of any operation/location in area of responsibility; Provides reason for inspection, individuals involved, location available, phone, etc.
- Review and assist in preparation of safety work plans, site specific safety and health plans, and Operations and Safety Evaluation checklists.
- Manage employee safety training programs; Participate in Corporate Health and Safety Program development and implementation; Conducts training of employees.
- Attend operations meetings to review health & safety concerns and issues; Serve as a member of the Health & Safety Committee(s); Conduct Safety Meetings on topics designed to promote a better understanding of company policies, programs, procedures or general health and safety; Participate as a technical member on Health and Safety Committee, and assists in driving completion of meetings; Participate on Corporate Technical Committee.
- Respond in timely fashion to emergency response, and other incidents. Provides health & safety assistance at these incidents; Report accidents, incidents, and other issues affecting health & safety to Manager on a timely basis; Provide technical assistance during emergency responses, remedial activities, and during handling of extremely hazardous substances; Provide consultation in preparation for handling unusually hazardous operations, chemicals or conditions; Audit products to assure Hazard Communication labeling system is accurate.
- Manage air monitoring and exposure assessment programs for CHESI employees.
- Manage safety equipment inspection and testing programs and maintain equipment.
- Manage injury and accident reporting and follow-up; Provide weekly report to Director; Maintain daily activities logbook; Complete Weekly Activities Report and submit to Corporate or Regional Health and Safety Manager; Audit MSDS logbook to assure accuracy; Audit OSHA's Log of Injury and Illnesses (OSHA Form 200).
- Provide technical support to identify health and safety hazards, program needs.
- Conduct site surveys to assure compliance with Corporate Health and Safety policies, programs, procedures and guidelines, and proper work practices needed to maintain a safe and healthful operation and work site; Complete a Site Survey Form for each field site visited and discuss the results with the job site Foreman and Branch Manager. Maintains one copy, provides one to the Foreman, Branch Manager and Job File; Conduct periodic health and safety survey of field/facility office to assure adherence to OSHA regulations and proper health and safety practices; Conduct health and safety surveys as assigned, and prepare reports on observations; Refers non-compliance conditions, uncooperative supervision, illness or accident trends to Corporate Health and Safety Manager.
- Notify immediately (within one hour or as soon as practical), the Regional or Corporate Manager Occupational Health and Safety, of any severe accident, property damage, incident, etc. and provide the nature of the accident, extent of injury, personnel involved, property loss, etc.
- Assure that safety permits and required paperwork are completed for each work crew;
- Order supplies for analytical, protective equipment, etc. (i.e., detector tubes, respirator components).
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BS/BA in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Safety or related field, with Masters in same preferred.
- 5+ years’ experience working full-time as a Health & Safety professional with Government project experience.
- Certification as an Industrial Hygienist or Safety Professional, or ability to obtain.
- Excellent knowledge of Federal and State safety and health regulations.
- Good communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Ability to work and make decisions independently.
- Ability to anticipate and formulate a variety of solutions to health & safety issues.
- Ability to proactively identify safety and health issues and concerns.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite programs.
- Requires near sitting, acuity, speaking, listening, grasping and reaching.
- Requires standing, walking, stooping and crouching.
- Requires lifting, pulling, pushing or carrying up to 10 lbs.
COMPENSATION
Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.
Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.
Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.
Join our safety focused team today! To learn more about our company, and to apply online for this exciting opportunity, visit us at https://careersca.cleanharbors.com/
We thank all those interested in joining the Clean Harbors team; however only those that complete the online application and meet the minimum job qualifications will be considered for this role.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Health And Safety Manager
Target industries with mandatory compliance roles
Construction, oil and gas, manufacturing, and healthcare are federally regulated industries where Health and Safety Managers are legally required. These employers sponsor more consistently because the role isn't discretionary, OSHA compliance demands it.
Get your CSP or NEBOSH certification before applying
The Certified Safety Professional credential signals to U.S. employers that you meet OSHA standards without needing significant onboarding. Certified candidates attract sponsorship offers faster because employers see lower compliance risk from day one.
Frame your experience around U.S. regulatory frameworks
Tailor your resume to reference OSHA 1910 and 1926 standards, even if your background is international. Employers want confidence that you understand U.S. requirements, not just general safety principles from your home country.
Prioritize large employers and contractors
Fortune 500 manufacturers, federal contractors, and national construction firms have established immigration legal teams and predictable budgets. Smaller employers may want to sponsor but lack the infrastructure to execute H-1B petitions without significant friction.
Apply before the H-1B registration window closes in March
H-1B petitions for October start dates require March registration. Health and Safety roles rarely face lottery caps in practice, but missing the registration window means waiting a full year. Plan your job search timeline around this hard deadline.
Use Migrate Mate to find employers already sponsoring this role
Not every job listing discloses sponsorship willingness upfront. Migrate Mate filters specifically for visa-sponsoring employers in health and safety, saving you from dozens of applications to companies that won't sponsor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Health and Safety Managers get H-1B visa sponsorship?
Yes. Health and Safety Manager qualifies as a specialty occupation under H-1B visa rules because the role typically requires a bachelor's degree in occupational health, safety engineering, industrial hygiene, or a directly related field. USCIS has approved H-1B petitions for this title across construction, manufacturing, and energy. Employers in federally regulated industries are the most reliable sponsors because compliance isn't optional for them.
What degree do I need for H-1B sponsorship as a Health and Safety Manager?
A bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, environmental health, industrial hygiene, safety engineering, or a closely related field satisfies the specialty occupation requirement. General business or unrelated STEM degrees are harder to justify unless the job description explicitly requires a specific technical discipline. Some employers also accept a combination of an associate's degree plus significant directly related work experience.
Which employers sponsor Health and Safety Managers most frequently?
Large construction contractors, petrochemical companies, automotive manufacturers, and hospital networks file the most H-1B and EB-3 petitions for this role. Federal contractors are particularly strong sponsors because OSHA compliance is tied to their government contracts. Browse Migrate Mate to see active sponsoring employers currently hiring Health and Safety Managers by location and industry.
Does a CSP certification improve my chances of getting sponsored?
Yes, significantly. The Certified Safety Professional credential demonstrates OSHA competency without employer-led training, which lowers the perceived risk of sponsoring an international hire. Many employers list CSP as preferred rather than required, but candidates holding it move faster through hiring decisions. NEBOSH IGC is also recognized, particularly at multinational companies with global safety programs.
Is EB-3 a realistic green card path for Health and Safety Managers?
Yes. Health and Safety Manager is a professional-level role that qualifies under EB-3 with PERM labor certification. Your employer must demonstrate no qualified U.S. worker is available for the position, which can be straightforward in specialized industries like mining or chemical processing. Wait times depend on your country of birth, with Indian and Chinese nationals facing significantly longer backlogs than most other nationalities.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Health And Safety Manager jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.