Safety Training Manager

Direct Hire | No C2C
Location: Memphis, TN (Local Travel Only)
Industry: Telecom / Utility Construction
Project: Blue Suede FTTP – Citywide Fiber-to-the-Premises Initiative (Year 2 of 5)

Job Overview

Our client is seeking a Safety Training Manager to lead safety education and compliance efforts for a major fiber-to-the-home infrastructure project in Memphis, TN. This individual will play a key role in training field personnel, reinforcing an “Incident-Free” culture, and ensuring that our client's safety training initiatives align with federal, state, and client-specific requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote a positive safety culture aligned with our Incident-Free philosophy.

• Design, develop, and deliver EHS training programs that meet OSHA, client MSA, apprenticeship, and regulatory standards.

• Instruct team members on topics including hazard recognition, fall protection, confined space awareness, lockout/tagout, arc flash/NFPA 70E, and more.

• Ensure compliance with our client's Safety Management System and maintain accurate training records.

• Collaborate with EHS, project, and training stakeholders to identify knowledge gaps and proactively implement solutions.

• Create and update instructional content including PowerPoint decks, handouts, and competency tests.

• Evaluate training effectiveness using hands-on assessments and feedback tools.

• Assist in investigating safety concerns and incidents, advising personnel on remediation and preventive measures.

• Cross-train with subject matter experts in additional safety topics to increase team versatility.

• Schedule and manage recurring and project-specific safety training sessions.Travel within the Memphis area to support training at job sites and local offices.

Required Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in an HSE (Health, Safety, and Environmental) management role.

• 2–3 years as an HSE trainer in an industrial construction environment.

• 3+ years of underground utility construction experience, ideally within telecom or utility sectors.

• Solid knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910 / 1926, EPA, DOT, and related regulations.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software platforms.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to lead training and influence behavior.

• Ability to analyze risks, solve problems, and implement corrective actions.

• Comfortable working in field environments, including climbing ladders, accessing confined spaces, and navigating uneven terrain.

• Willingness to work overtime or weekends if necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician) Certification.

• Associate degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related discipline.

• OSHA 500 Trainer Certification.

• Specialized training or certifications in trenching/excavation, confined space, traffic control, or DOT compliance.