Safety Manager - Tampa (FL), Suwannee (GA), Hialeah (FL), or Lakeland (FL)
About the role
There’s a Place for You at World Electric A career at World Electric is more than a job. You’re investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. World Electric offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building – you can find it here. We operate throughout Florida and Georgia and are part of the Sonepar group, the world’s #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe. Being “Powered by Difference” means we respect and value diverse perspectives. Within World Electric we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career. We are hiring a Safety Manager to join our team!
Responsibilities
Own and ensure execution of World Electric’s safety programs across distribution and branch operations.
Partner with leaders and associates to strengthen the safety culture, identify and remediate hazards, analyze trends, conduct hazard assessments, and communicate key safety priorities.
Oversee regulatory readiness, required recordkeeping, incident management, and safety training while supporting current and future facilities.
Own, maintain, and continuously improve company safety policies, procedures, and the strategic site safety action plan.
Partner with leadership to establish and sustain a strong safety culture and influence key safety priorities.
Provide technical and administrative safety support to leaders and associates across branch and distribution operations.
Analyze safety data, review trends, complete Leader Standard Work, and communicate risks, progress, and priorities to leadership.
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, codes, and rules, including OSHA and DOT requirements.
Maintain required safety records and reports and coordinate documentation with safety compliance organizations and customers.
Lead regulatory visits, including OSHA, EPA, and fire authority visits, and coordinate responses, corrective actions, and remediation.
Conduct hazard assessments, safety inspections, audits, and quarterly branch site visits covering associate, vehicle, equipment, and facility compliance.
Identify hazards and opportunities to reduce workplace injuries, vehicle incidents, accidents, and health risks; partner with appropriate teams through resolution.
Develop, deliver, and evaluate safety training on applicable standards, safe work practices, and effective use of tools and equipment.
Recommend revisions, improvements, and updates to safety training based on operational needs, audit findings, and regulatory requirements.
Conduct operator training and Train-the-Trainer classes for associates and customers.
Communicate safety expectations and reinforce accountability at the leadership and associate levels.
Manage and communicate workers’ compensation and vehicle incident cases with insurance representatives, consultants, and other third parties.
Coordinate incident review, documentation, trend evaluation, and corrective action follow-up.
Escalate unresolved risk and compliance obligations and monitor actions through completion.
Requirements
Extensive knowledge of current safety practices and applicable OSHA, DOT, and other governmental safety standards.
Strong written, verbal, facilitation, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to analyze data, identify trends, assess risk, and translate findings into practical corrective actions.
Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple responsibilities, and maintain accurate, confidential records.
Knowledge of warehouse equipment, powered industrial trucks, material handling operations, and vehicle safety practices.
Ability to build effective working relationships across departments while maintaining safety and compliance expectations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and safety recordkeeping/reporting systems.
Ability to travel to branch and distribution locations as business needs require.
What We Offer
Healthcare plans
Dental & vision
Paid time off
Paid parental leave
401(k) retirement savings with company match
Professional and personal development programs
Tuition reimbursement
Opportunity to become a shareholder
Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
Robust wellness program
Gym reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law. Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or email recruiting@sonepar-us.com.