Role Overview

Sodexo has a new opening for a Senior Manager, Health & Safety, to join our team. This  safety professional will provide innovative Health, Safety, & Environment (HSE) support to all Sodexo business segments in multiple States. A major function of this role is to integrate safety into the culture of the organization, produce safe environments for our employees, clients, and customers, and manage key performance indicators to drive strong business results. The successful applicant will possess proven leadership abilities to manage a team of HSE Managers, technical knowledge and familiarity with regulatory requirements, and effective communication skills throughout various levels of the organization. 

This is a remote position. The ideal candidate will maintain a home office in the state of North Carolina or Georgia.

This position requires domestic travel approximately 20-40% of the time. Typical travel days - Tuesday -Thursdays. Some overnight travel is required.

What You'll Do

Key responsibilities include:

• Unit-Level Safety Support & Risk Mitigation (40%)
• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for unit-specific safety challenges.
• Conduct site visits to identify hazards and implement high-level controls.
• Verify the consistent application of safety standards and effective risk management across diverse business lines.
• Strategic Segment Leadership (30%)
• Analyze metrics (LTIR, TRCR, and near-miss data) to identify trends and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Act as a Segment Point of Contact, influencing site leaders to take ownership of safety performance and behaviors.
• Projects & Continuous Improvement (30%)
• Lead HSE initiatives using the Plan–Do–Check–Act (PDCA) cycle.
• Support the development and rollout of environmental compliance and sustainability programs.
• Mentor HSE Managers and Segment Coordinators to strengthen regional technical competency.

 

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

 

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

Is this the right opportunity for you?  We are looking for candidates that have/are: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of management experience (direct or indirect).
• 5–7 years of progressive HSE experience, specifically supporting multi-site or regional zones.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize engineering solutions over PPE or administrative procedures.
• Expert knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and NFPA standards.
• Skilled in root-cause analysis and incident investigation.
• Expertise in Microsoft 365, Smartsheet, and BI dashboards (Power BI/Tableau)

• Professional certifications (CSP, CSHM, or CHMM); OSHA 10 – General Industry; ServSafe or AllerTrain highly preferred

Who We Are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

 

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience - 5 yearsMinimum Functional Experience - 3 years