ROLE: Safety Specialist
REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation
LOCATION: Saskatoon, SK
As our Safety Specialist for our Transportation Division, you’ll be at the heart of our operation, shaping how safety shows up every day for drivers, leaders, and frontline teams. This role combines field presence, regulatory expertise, and relationship‑building. You’ll be a trusted advisor, coach, and partner, leading safety initiatives that keep our fleet compliant, our drivers confident, and our operations moving safely forward.
If you thrive in a role where your work directly prevents incidents, saves lives, and strengthens culture, this is your opportunity to make a visible and lasting impact.
OPPORTUNITIES
This role offers the opportunity to directly influence safety across real‑world trucking operations, not just from behind a desk. You’ll work side‑by‑side with drivers, supervisors, and leaders who value your expertise, giving you a visible and trusted voice in how safety decisions are made. You’ll have the chance to shape safety programs, systems, and day‑to‑day behaviours, and see the results of your work firsthand as incidents are prevented and standards improve. As the organization continues to grow, you’ll play a key role in evolving and strengthening our safety culture across the Transportation Division.
HERE IS WHO YOU ARE…
DRIVE & MOTIVATION
You’re passionate about keeping people safe and preventing incidents before they happen
You believe safety is strongest when everyone feels ownership and accountability
You’re energized by solving problems, spotting patterns, and improving systems
CHARACTER & ABILITIES
Confident, approachable, and credible with frontline teams
Organized, detail‑driven, and comfortable juggling multiple priorities
Independent in your work, collaborative in your approach
Trusted to handle sensitive issues with discretion and professionalism
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
You have a strong understanding of industry knowledge in trucking or heavy industry
You have advanced knowledge of MS office 365 applications like Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams
You have extensive regulatory knowledge of NSC, DOT, OSHA
You are very organized and professional
EXPERIENCE
3–7 years of experience in transportation safety, fleet safety, or a related heavy‑industry role
Strong working knowledge of commercial trucking operations and driver compliance
Hands‑on experience with NSC standards and regulatory requirements
Strong communication skills, comfortable writing reports and leading conversations
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
Ability to analyze data, identify risks, and translate findings into action
NICE-TO-HAVE
NSC audit or fleet safety experience
Experience with ELD or telematics platforms (e.g., Motive, Intelex)
First Aid Level 1 or higher
THINGS YOU WILL DO…
Work closely with employees, management, and external stakeholders to mitigate risks and protect the well-being of the workforce.
Lead Safety Committees and program for all locations
Maintenance and organization of safety related records
OTHER …
Occasional overtime to support audits, investigations, or training
Travel to operational sites as part of staying connected to the field: Minimum 4 visits to Manitoba per year
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DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
Lead Fleet & Regulatory Safety
Own compliance with National Safety Code (NSC) and applicable provincial and federal regulations
Audit driver qualification files, hours of service, ELD records, and supporting documentation
Keep policies, procedures, and NSC manuals current and audit‑ready
Act as a key partner during inspections, audits, and regulatory reviews
Prevent Incidents & Drive Improvement
Conduct safety inspections, field observations, and risk assessments across terminals
Lead investigations into collisions, injuries, and near‑misses, digging into root causes, not just symptoms
Analyze trends and recommend practical, effective corrective actions
Work with leaders to turn learnings into prevention strategies
Engage & Support Drivers
Build strong, trust‑based relationships with drivers and frontline teams
Lead safety committees and safety meetings across locations
Deliver engaging onboarding, coaching, and refresher training
Serve as a visible champion for safe driving behaviours and PPE use
Training & Emergency Readiness
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Coordinate and deliver training in:
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Defensive driving and safe work practices
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Incident reporting and response
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Emergency preparedness and response
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Maintain emergency response plans for fires, spills, weather events, and other incidents
Systems, Technology & Reporting
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Maintain accurate records for inspections, incidents, audits, and corrective actions
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Monitor safety metrics and prepare clear, actionable reports for leadership
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Administer fleet safety technology (e.g., Motive) and follow up on trends and alerts
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Partner with Transportation leadership on continuous improvement initiatives
