EHS Safety Manager - Day Shift (Backfill)

Cape Canaveral, FL

Posted: 02/05/2026 Job Category: Engineering Job Number: 3098

Job Description

BlueWave is hiring an EHS Safety Manager for an aerospace/engineering client with headquarters in Cape Canaveral. As EHS Safety manager, you will be responsible for:
 
Responsibilities: 

  • Lead site-level EHS operations to ensure compliance with federal, state, and safety standards.
  • Oversee safe operations on active construction sites involving cranes, earth-moving equipment, elevated work, and other high-risk activities.
  • Develop and implement processes for effective shift handoff communications, ensuring continuity of safety measures across day and night crews.
  • Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify risks and ensure mitigation strategies are in place and enforced.
  • Partner with site leadership, engineering, and contractors to proactively identify hazards and drive continuous improvement in safety protocols.
  • Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses; recommend and track corrective actions.
  • Provide training and coaching to ensure all team members and subcontractors are aligned with safety standards.
  • Serve as the point of contact for regulatory agencies and ensure all reporting requirements are met.
  • Maintain accurate documentation related to safety performance, training, and compliance.
 
Requirements: 
  • Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.
  • 5+ years of EHS experience in construction, aerospace, manufacturing, or heavy industrial settings.
  • Proven experience managing EHS programs involving heavy machinery and active construction zones.
  • Demonstrated success in managing shift-based operations and ensuring seamless handoffs between crews.
 
Job specifics: 
  • Employment Type: 3-6 month contract, possible extensions and possible full time hire. Straight time pay + per diem if traveling.
Closing: 
  • BlueWave specializes in recruiting high-performing team members for technology, marketing, federal services, and leadership roles. We provide comprehensive staffing support for recruiting, hiring, and onboarding permanent and contract employees. 
  • BlueWave is headquartered in Downtown Orlando, Florida with the flexibility to build teams nationally. With our boutique and personal approach, we get the right people in your company quickly without sacrificing quality. 

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