LABORATORY SAFETY MANAGER

About the Role
Our organization is committed to maintaining a trained and qualified workforce that performs assigned job tasks and duties safely. The Laboratory Safety Manager plays a critical role in this endeavor by conducting job and task analysis to determine required training, designing training methods to support identified needs, developing training materials, and delivering training to the appropriate audience. This role also involves periodic performance assessments and evaluations to verify training adequacy and ensure that desired safety standards are achieved.

The Laboratory Safety Manager will manage the organization’s training and qualification program, interfacing with all levels of the company to ensure involvement in the determination and development of necessary training, which may include computer-based training, classroom instruction, and on-the-job training. Their objective is to provide support to line management, ensuring personnel are suitably trained and qualified to perform work effectively and safely.

Detailed Roles and Responsibilities
Key Accountabilities

• Supervise the work and deliverables of contract staff and lead safety training programs across the facility.
• Act as the organization’s technical authority on training, recommending policy, interpreting training requirements, and providing independent verification.
• Develop training and qualification programs that comply with applicable requirements.
• Establish and implement training standards and procedures.
• Work proactively with staff to foster a culture of competence.
• Interface with other institutes and entities to ensure appropriate orientation and training are provided.
• Maintain a training program that equips employees with the necessary knowledge, skills, and attitudes to protect themselves, their coworkers, the public, and the environment.
• Continuously review learning programs to ensure relevancy and accuracy, updating content as necessary.
• Ensure competency for personnel performing critical tasks impacting safety and compliance, through education, training, and experience.
• Apply a graded approach to the administration of organization training based on safety, hazard magnitude, facility life cycle, programmatic mission, and relevant factors.
• Evaluate personnel performance and adjust training as necessary based on feedback.
• Assist line management in identifying training needs.
• Ensure training materials are current with modifications to facility, safety requirements, procedures, and regulations.
• Assess trainee prerequisites and incorporate management expectations into training.
• Monitor performance and qualifications of instructional staff.
• Coordinate vendor-facilitated training.
• Ensure that subcontractors conducting training align with organization procedures.
• Maintain easily auditable training records and manage training databases.
• Perform training assessments and evaluations to discover areas for improvement.
• Design and update course content based on needs analysis and delivery methodology.
• Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts for developing technical training.
• Deliver instructor-led training when needed.
• Lead and manage the Training Team.
• Prepare and analyze an annual budget for training resources and expenditures.
• Collect and report on training performance metrics to management.
• Implement an issues management process for corrective actions and continuous improvement.
• Establish metrics for monitoring training program effectiveness.
• Stay informed about industry trends and assess their impact on organizational processes.
• Perform additional duties and tasks as assigned.

Experience
Required:

• Minimum 10 years in training development, instructional design, training delivery, or safety/compliance training roles.
• Minimum 3 years in a supervisory, management, or lead training role.
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing comprehensive training programs.
• Experience in regulated environments (nuclear, manufacturing, healthcare, research, or similar).
• Proven ability to manage and motivate training teams or contract personnel.
• Experience communicating effectively to diverse audiences, both verbally and in writing.
• Evidence of continued professional development and staying current with industry trends.

Preferred:

• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and training databases.
• Experience with training development software (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate).
• Experience with data analysis and training metrics.
• Experience in a complex organizational environment.
• Experience in coaching and developing individuals.
• Experience with regulatory compliance audits and inspections.

Certifications & Credentials
Preferred (one or more):

• Certified Professional in Training & Performance (CPTM) – ATD.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) – Board of Certified Safety Professionals.
• Certified Health and Safety Technologist (CHST) – Board of Certified Safety Professionals.
• Instructional Design Certification (IDOL, CPTM, or equivalent) – ATD or similar.
• Certified Trainer (CT) – International Association of Business Communicators or equivalent.

Technical Competencies

• Training Development
• Instructional Design
• Training Delivery Methodologies
• Analyzing Information
• Strategic Planning
• Project Management

Behavioral Competencies

• Emphasizing Excellence
• Dealing with Complexity
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and quality decision-making abilities.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing needs.
• Commitment to continuous self-development.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.