Region Safety Manager

About the Role

Ferrellgas, recently recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies for 2025, is seeking a Region Safety Manager to oversee safety training programs within Blue Rhino Distribution. This role ensures employees are trained timely and in accordance with company standards, manages quality review and compliance programs, and requires approximately 50% travel within the assigned region.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of the Samsara telematics program, including device deployment, driver behavior monitoring, GPS/asset tracking, and HOS/ELD compliance, using data-driven insights to drive coaching initiatives and reduce fleet-related incidents.
• Reduce musculoskeletal injury rates through ergonomic assessments, task redesign, and targeted employee training.
• Manage the overall Ferrellgas/Blue Rhino technical training program, including initial, refresher, OJTs, Certified Skills Evaluator Program (CSE), and Certified Driver Program (CDT).
• Oversee the Blue Rhino Distribution Quality Review program, perform Safety Audits, manage the Service Center Checklist Program, and ensure compliance with safety-related documentation.
• Manage Blue Rhino Distribution Compliance program, including DOT FMCSA ELD / HOS, Driver Vehicle, PHMSA Cylinders, OSHA, and DHS Safety Technologies.
• Provide guidance to Field Management on improving Service Center safety deficiency trends.
• Participate in due diligence assessments for acquisition candidates and act as an expert on Safety and Technical Support sections, including local regulations (NFPA, IFC, State, and local Government).
• Contribute to new policy development related to Blue Rhino Distribution.
• Provide technical assistance to field locations and conduct incident investigations.
• Assist Corporate Safety with DHS Programs administration and monitoring in the region.
• Complete special projects as assigned by Corporate Safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in operations management, business administration, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of related experience.
• Propane experience required.
• Class B CDL license with hazmat and tanker endorsements required.
• Working knowledge of DOT guidelines and regulations.
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Ability to implement and manage compliance requirements.
• Ability to study, learn, and apply code requirements as needed.
• Highly motivated with excellent interpersonal, communication, analytical, and time management skills.
• Ability to formulate and direct data analyses to identify problems and resolutions.
• Experience managing assets.
• Ability to plan in detail, communicate plans, and lead by example.
• Ability to thrive in a constantly changing environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen, National, lawful permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, accident, and critical illness insurance.
• Income Protection: Company-provided short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D.
• Financial Wellness: 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Time Off & Family Support: Paid Time Off (PTO), parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness & Assistance Programs: Wellness program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Medicare support.
• Employee Perks: Referral program, employee discount programs, and propane savings.