Director of Fleet Safety

Summary:

The Senior Director of Safety is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of safety, compliance, and regulatory adherence within a dynamic and high-volume intermodal transportation environment. This role requires a deep understanding of federal and state regulations, industry best practices, and a proactive approach to ensuring the safety and compliance of a 150 truck motor carrier's operations.

Responsibilities:

1. Safety and Compliance Strategy:

- Develop, implement, and continually refine the corporate safety and compliance strategy to align with business goals and industry standards.

- Establish and communicate safety policies, procedures, and guidelines to all levels of the organization.

2. Regulatory Adherence:

- Monitor, interpret, and ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations governing motor carrier operations, including FMCSA regulations.

- Keep abreast of industry trends and changes in safety regulations to proactively adapt and mitigate risks.

3. Fleet Safety Management:

- Lead the development and execution of comprehensive fleet safety programs, including driver training, behavior monitoring, accident investigation, and corrective action plans.

- Collaborate with the training team to create effective safety training modules for drivers and staff.

4. Compliance Oversight:

- Oversee Hours of Service (HOS) tracking, electronic logging device (ELD) compliance, and driver qualification files to ensure regulatory compliance.

- Coordinate and manage mandatory drug and alcohol testing programs.

5. Data Analysis and Reporting:

- Utilize data analysis to identify safety trends, risk factors, and areas for improvement.

- Generate regular and ad-hoc reports on safety and compliance metrics for management and regulatory reporting.

6. Incident Management:

- Lead accident and incident investigations, ensuring thorough root cause analysis and implementation of preventive measures.

- Interface with legal and insurance teams during claims management and resolution.

7. Collaboration and Training:

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, human resources, and maintenance, to foster a culture of safety and compliance.

- Conduct regular safety meetings, workshops, and training sessions to promote awareness and best practices.

8. Vendor Management:

- Engage with external partners, including regulatory agencies, safety consultants, and technology providers, to stay current with industry developments.

9. Continuous Improvement:

- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety performance, reduce accidents, and optimize compliance processes.

- Implement innovative technologies and solutions to enhance safety monitoring and reporting.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in a related field; advanced degree preferred.

- Extensive experience (8 years) in fleet safety and compliance management within a motor carrier, preferably in an intermodal environment.

- In-depth knowledge of FMCSA regulations, HOS rules, ELD requirements, and DOT compliance.

- Proven leadership skills and experience managing a safety and compliance team.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.

- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels.

- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and manage multiple priorities.

- Proficiency in using safety and compliance software, telematics systems, and data analysis tools.

The role demands a strategic thinker with a strong commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement in a complex and evolving transportation landscape.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $95,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• On call

Experience:

• Fleet Safety and Compliance: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person