JOB POSITION INFORMATION:
The Safety & Compliance Manager is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of safety, regulatory compliance, and operational risk. This role ensures adherence to federal, provincial/state, and industry regulations while driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety performance, fleet efficiency, and compliance standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES
· Ensure full compliance with applicable transportation regulations, including all operating record platforms, hours of service, and safety standards.
· Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory changes and implement necessary policy updates.
· Lead internal and external audits, inspections, and regulatory reporting requirements.
· Oversee driver log compliance (ELD/manual logs) and enforce adherence to hours-of-service regulations.
· Develop, monitor, and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to safety, compliance, fuel usage, and operational performance.
· Prepare dashboards and reports to track trends and identify areas for improvement.
· Establish measurable safety targets and lead initiatives to achieve continuous improvement.
· Manage operating record score performance and implement corrective actions to maintain or improve ratings.
· Analyze violation trends and develop prevention strategies.
· Ensure all safety programs meet regulatory and industry standards.
· Lead, coach, and manage a team of safety/compliance professionals and/or coordinators.
· Conduct performance reviews, set objectives, and support employee development.
· Foster a culture of safety accountability and continuous improvement.
· Lead investigations into accidents, incidents, and near misses.
· Conduct root cause analyses and implement corrective and preventive actions.
· Maintain accurate records and ensure timely reporting to regulatory bodies and stakeholders.
· Identify gaps and inefficiencies in safety and compliance processes.
· Design/identify and deliver safety training programs for drivers and staff (e.g., compliance, defensive driving, HOS regulations).
· Track training completion and effectiveness of assigned modules.
· Monitor fuel consumption and identify opportunities to improve fuel efficiency.
· Oversees recruitment and onboarding of drivers – Owner Operators, Company and agency drivers.
· Travel for business or local and regional accident sites as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, or industry designation in Transportation, Logistics or related field
- 10+ years of experience in transportation safety and compliance.
- Strong knowledge of CVOR, SMS, and hours-of-service rules Canda and United States of America
- 5+ years progressive management experience including:
- Team management
- Safety programs
- ELD systems
- Fleet management and KPI reporting
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and are pleased to provide accommodation, upon request, throughout the hiring process.
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- On-site parking
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
