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Senior Safety Manager

Houma, LA 70360

Posted: 01/09/2026 Full Time or Temporary? : Full Time Industry: Light Industrial Job Number: Senior Safety Manager Pay Rate: $80K

Job Description

 

 

 

 

 

We are seeking an experienced Senior Safety Manager to lead and oversee safety programs for Plugging & Abandonment (P&A) operations in South Louisiana. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with federal, state, and client safety requirements while driving a strong safety culture across offshore and onshore operations.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of oil & gas safetyP&A project risks, and the ability to work closely with operations, field leadership, and clients to maintain best-in-class safety performance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, develop, and enforce company safety programs for P&A operations
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, BSEE, BOEM, USCG, and client safety standards
  • Conduct job safety analyses (JSAs), hazard assessments, and risk mitigation plans
  • Oversee incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
  • Manage and audit subcontractor safety performance
  • Deliver safety training, orientations, and toolbox talks
  • Maintain safety metrics, reports, and documentation
  • Serve as the primary safety liaison for clients, regulators, and internal leadership
  • Support offshore and onshore operations as needed (including travel to job sites)

Required Qualifications

  • 7+ years of safety leadership experience in oil & gas or industrial environments
  • Direct P&A (Plugging & Abandonment) experience required
  • Strong knowledge of offshore and/or coastal Louisiana operations
  • Experience with regulatory audits and client safety inspections
  • Proven ability to lead safety initiatives across multiple projects

Preferred Certifications

  • CSP, ASP, CHST, or equivalent (preferred)
  • OSHA 500/501 or OSHA 30
  • HAZWOPER
  • TWIC (or ability to obtain)

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Ability to influence safety culture at all levels
  • Detail-oriented with strong documentation and reporting skills
  • Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-risk operational environments
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office and safety management systems

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Company vehicle or vehicle allowance (if applicable)
  • Opportunity to work on high-profile P&A projects in the Gulf Coast region

Why Join Us

  • Leadership role with real impact on operational safety
  • Long-term projects in a growing P&A market
  • Strong operational support and commitment to safety excellence

 

Meet Your Recruiter

Constance Shoemaker
Recruiting Account Manager

Meet Constance Shoemaker our Recruiting Account Manager at our Houma location. With her extensive background in management, IT, sales, and customer service, she brings a wealth of experience and skills to our team.

But Constance isn't just an amazing recruiter. She's also a dedicated mother, who loves spending time with her daughter and their dog. In her free time, you can find her lost in the pages of a good book or whipping up delectable treats in the kitchen.

What sets Constance apart is her infectious goofiness and unwavering dedication to her work. She's a true expert at finding the perfect match for candidates, thanks to her attention to detail and exceptional ability to connect.

At Steadfast, Constance's contagious energy helps us provide outstanding service to both clients and candidates. Her ability to multitask, combined with her natural knack for problem-solving, ensures that she can tackle any challenge that comes her way.

In a nutshell, Constance is a driven and detail-oriented recruiter who pours her heart into everything she does. We're incredibly grateful to have her on our team at Steadfast, and we know that clients and candidates will appreciate the care and dedication she brings to her work each and every day.

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