Assistant Safety Manager

About the role

The Assistant Safety Manager ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and with company safety requirements. Responsible for continuous leadership, recruitment and training of operator candidates. Promotes strong leadership and influences positive employee morale throughout the location. Supervises the safety program for one or more small to midsize locations.

Responsibilities

• Investigates incidents, accidents, and work-related injuries including accident investigation, accident reports, accident files, accident register, and follows up with the claims office and adjusters as necessary.
• Typically determines fault or preventability based on the facts identified at the scene.
• Provides post-accident counseling with drivers. Retrains drivers as necessary.
• Ensure that all submittals are accurate and submitted on time in accordance with the contract.
• Update and report activity to the management staff in a consistent and timely manner.
• Performs random audits of maintenance DVIR and quality checks of all records within the department along with contractor performance, i.e. wash logs, fuel logs, etc.
• Performs random audits with Safety Manager regarding department requirements, i.e. D&A Compliance, BOCT Logs and timely updates, etc.
• Prepares and submits accident-related compliance forms, maintains files, and enters DMO, or otherwise submits data to the appropriate person or organization.
• Plans, schedules and conducts monthly safety meetings based on region and company safety and safety training goals and objectives.
• Aids and participates in Safety Action Team meetings.
• Sets up regular accident review committees to determine preventability of accidents.
• Responds to appeals from drivers.
• Provide necessary data and information to assist with monitoring and coordination of quality improvement, credentialing, and service outcomes.
• Performs driver road checks of driver performance (e.g., pre-trip checks-lot-to-school and back; post-trip checks).
• Provide various reports and analyzes, including safety trends.
• Develops cost saving recommendations.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
• Understands and monitors compliance with operations contracts.
• Completes reports and other required paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Safety role is preferred.
• 5 years Operations experience (includes all roles within operations starting with the driver role).
• Valid DOT card.
• Committed to Safety Lifestyle.
• Knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations regarding safety and environmental issues.
• Proficient computer literacy essential with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Experience with other software such as timekeeping and payroll systems is preferred.
• Literacy in technology used to manage the operation to include but not limited to FGA approved Smart technology, Apps, encrypted drives, shared drives and other Smart technology.
• Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills in dealing with employees of all levels including drivers, customers senior management, client representatives, union officials and general public.

Skills

• Understanding and monitoring compliance with operations contracts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
• Experience with timekeeping and payroll systems.
• Effective prioritization and time management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
• Sick days: 5 days
• Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.

Pay

Competitive compensation package of minimum $58,000 – maximum $70,000.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Physical Requirements

• Work outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions -100% of the job is performed outside, work alone and in remote locations.
• Sit for extended periods (up to 6–8 hours per day); frequently walk for long distances and on possible sloped ground or slippery and uneven surfaces.
• Push and pull objects up to 20 pounds, occasionally throughout the workday; lift material weighing up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance; occasionally bend, kneel, or crouch to files or equipment stored at ground level.
• Withstand heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job; tolerate exposure to considerable amounts of dust, vehicle fumes and noise.

Additional Information

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.
• Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.
• Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.
• Drug-free workplace.