Safety and Risk Manager

Join our team as a Safety and Risk Manager! The Santa Margarita Water District (SMWD)

is seeking an innovative Safety and Risk Manager to trailblaze the District’s safety and risk management efforts. A critical component of the Human Resources Department, this role provides District-wide leadership over occupational safety, accident prevention, regulatory compliance, training, and risk management programs, with a strong emphasis on building consistency and a culture where safety is embedded into daily operations. SMWD is at a key moment of transformation and growth, and this is unique opportunity to truly reshape the safety program for a dynamic and forward-thinking water district. The ideal candidate brings a strong technical foundation in safety and risk management and an understanding of water and wastewater operations, paired with the passion, presence, and judgment needed to build trust and effectively drive change.