Job Description

Health & Safety Manager – Start-Up Warehouse Operations

Moreno Valley, California
Salary Range: $125,000 – $135,000 annually
🕒 Full-Time | Exempt | 24/7 Operation | Flexible Schedule Required

Lead Safety. Build Culture. Make an Impact from Day One.

DP World is launching a major new warehouse and distribution operation in Moreno Valley, CA — and we are looking for a passionate, driven, and experienced Health & Safety Manager to help build a world-class safety culture from the ground up.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a large-scale, fast-growing operation during its start-up phase and play a key leadership role in shaping the future of the site. Our operation will support a 24/7 environment with significant workforce growth during peak seasons, creating exciting opportunities for innovation, leadership, and career advancement.

We are looking for a leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, values employee engagement, and believes safety excellence is the foundation of operational success.

If you are energized by the opportunity to influence culture, develop programs, and create meaningful impact from Day 1 — this role is for you.

What You’ll Do

As the Health & Safety Manager, you will lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of all health, safety, environmental, and compliance initiatives across the operation.

You will partner closely with Operations, HR, Quality, Engineering, and senior leadership teams to ensure a proactive, highly engaged, and safety-first culture throughout the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all site health and safety programs for a large 24/7 warehouse operation
• Develop and implement safety policies, procedures, training programs, and compliance initiatives
• Drive a strong safety culture through leadership engagement and employee involvement
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action planning
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA, environmental, and company safety standards
• Analyze safety metrics and trends to identify opportunities for continuous improvement
• Partner with Operations leadership to reduce workplace risks and improve safe work practices
• Oversee safety orientation and ongoing employee training programs
• Manage workers’ compensation, injury prevention, and return-to-work processes in partnership with HR
• Support emergency preparedness planning and response activities
• Participate in launch readiness activities, operational start-up planning, and workforce ramp-up efforts
• Support multiple shifts, including evenings, weekends, and peak operational periods as needed

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Safety, or related field preferred
• 5+ years of Health & Safety leadership experience in warehouse, logistics, manufacturing, distribution, or industrial operations
• Strong knowledge of OSHA and Cal/OSHA regulations
• Experience leading safety programs in large, fast-paced operations
• Proven ability to influence leadership teams and drive cultural change
• Experience conducting investigations, audits, and corrective action planning
• Strong communication, coaching, and presentation skills
• Ability to work flexible schedules in a 24/7 operational environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting start-up or newly launched facilities
• Professional certifications such as CSP, ASP, OHST, or CHST preferred
• Experience with workers’ compensation and injury management programs
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Experience with safety management systems and compliance reporting tools

About the Role

How you will contribute

• Coordinate and control the order cycle and associated information systems.
• Monitor the quality, quantity, cost and efficiency of the movement and storage of goods.
• Assign approved service provider for transportation based on the approved carrier matrix, mode, service level, and cost efficiency to meet the customer’s expectations.
• Ensure that all transport fleet vehicles are properly maintained.
• Proactively works with operations to identify shipments at risk of not meeting secure dates based on mode, service level, miles, equipment type.
• Other duties as assigned.

Your Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field.
• Experience performing professional level operational and plant management duties; preferably in automotive or logistics industry.
• Knowledge of principles and procedures used in material planning and logistics operations and practices.
• Knowledge of various means of transport / transit times.

Why Join DP World?

At DP World, we are redefining global supply chains through innovation, technology, and people. This role offers a rare opportunity to help establish the safety foundation and operational culture for a major new logistics operation from the very beginning.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
• Collaborative Leadership Environment
• Opportunity to influence and shape a major start-up operation
• Visibility and impact within a global organization

Compensation

Annual Salary Range: $105,000 – $125,000

The salary range listed represents the anticipated pay range for this position in California. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and market conditions in accordance with California pay transparency requirements. Additional incentive opportunities may be available based on individual and business performance.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This role requires work in both office and warehouse environments and may involve:

• Walking and standing for extended periods
• Frequent movement throughout a large warehouse facility
• Exposure to varying temperatures and industrial conditions
• Occasional lifting up to 35 pounds

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

DP World Careers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

California Applicant Notice

DP World complies with the California Fair Chance Act and considers qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law. Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), personal information collected during the application process will be used solely for employment-related purposes. DP World participates in E-Verify where permitted by law.

Ready to lead safety for one of the most exciting new warehouse start-ups in Moreno Valley? Apply today and help shape the future of logistics with DP World.