Quality/Safety Program Manager

Job Description

Job Description

At-a-Glance:

Are you ready to build your career by joining an international fire, HVAC and security equipment company. If so, our client is hiring a Quality/Safety Program Manager.

• Contract
• Onsite

Required

• Qualifications & Experience:
• • Experience in quality management, safety compliance, or facility operations.
  • CMQ/OE certification (Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence) required.
  • ISO 9001:2015 training and certification required.
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, and industry-specific safety regulations.
  • Experience conducting audits, safety inspections, and risk assessments.
  • Ability to analyze data and implement quality and safety improvements.
  • Experience with CMMS systems and work ticket audits.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work with diverse teams and stakeholders.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, capable of addressing complex quality and safety challenges.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• • Experience working in operations & maintenance (O&M) environments.
  • Prior experience in contractor oversight and vendor quality control.
  • OSHA 30, CSP, or CHST certification is a plus.
• Key Competencies:
• • Ensures strict compliance with quality and safety standards.
  • Ability to analyze risks, conduct audits, and implement improvements.
  • Operates as an independent authority in quality and safety management.
  • Works effectively with contractors, facility managers, and safety teams.
  • Continuously enhances quality and safety protocols.
  • Takes ownership of responsibilities and drives initiatives forward.

Responsibilities:

• Quality/Safety Program Manager is responsible for leading quality management and safety compliance across all Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Work.
• Ensures strict adherence to the Quality Management Plan (QMP), ISO 9001:2015 standards, and all OSHA, NFPA, and industry-specific safety regulations.
• Will oversee audits, inspections, risk assessments, and process improvements to ensure operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and a strong culture of safety.
• Quality Management & Compliance:
• • Serve as the independent authority overseeing all quality-related activities for the O&M Contractor.
  • Maintain and enforce compliance with the Quality Management Plan (QMP) in alignment with ISO 9001:2015 standards.
  • Conduct audits and inspections of work processes to ensure contractual, regulatory, and safety compliance.
  • Review and assess facility operations for misalignment with contract requirements and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Oversee and validate document control, data storage, and compliance records in accordance with quality and safety standards.
  • Supervise and coordinate internal and third-party testing to ensure compliance with project specifications.
  • Audit CMMS work tickets (QFM events) to confirm proper categorization, documentation, and issue resolution.
  • Ensure corrective and preventive action plans (CAPA) are effectively implemented to address quality deficiencies.
  • Support and prepare for external audits, regulatory inspections, and compliance reviews.
• Safety Oversight & Risk Management:
• • Develop and enforce safety programs, policies, and procedures in compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and other safety regulations.
  • Conduct job hazard analysis (JHA), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) assessments, and PPE certifications.
  • Enforce preventative safety measures through training, coaching, and compliance checks.
  • Investigate safety incidents, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
  • Lead safety audits, workplace inspections, and risk assessments, ensuring compliance with workplace safety standards.
  • Develop and implement safety training programs, ensuring all employees are properly trained in hazard identification and emergency response procedures.
  • Maintain and report safety data metrics, tracking trends and proposing improvements.
  • Coordinate with O&M leadership, project safety managers, and regulatory bodies to ensure a culture of continuous safety improvement.
  • Ensure environmental, hazardous materials, waste disposal, and recycling activities meet all safety and environmental standards.