Safety and Training Manager

MV Transportation is seeking an experienced Safety and Training Manager to implement programs and procedures in compliance with State and Federal regulations and corporate and client policies, accountable for OSHA/CDL leadership at the division level.

Responsibilities

• Sets the tone for ensuring all operators are current with training requirements of company and contract.
• Ensures all safety manuals, programs, policies, and practices are current and meet the needs of the operating divisions.
• Serves as the expert in EPA, OSHA, CDL compliance, and regulations.
• Ensures all new hires meet minimum general qualifications for each division including background and DMV checks.
• Ensures safety technology tools are used, results are examined, trend data is analyzed, and plans are developed to reduce and prevent future safety incidents.
• Oversees corporate safety incentives and programs, including assignment of Safety Points.
• Ensures a consistent safety culture throughout locations, incorporating operations, safety, and maintenance departments, emphasizing team approach and individual responsibility.
• Works with corporate claims staff to handle liability and worker’s compensation claims promptly, reducing financial liability and recouping subrogatable claims.
• Proactively manages employee injury claims to minimize lost time and light duty claims.
• Works with local medical facilities to place injured employees on light duty quickly and return them to full-duty status promptly.
• Oversees successful completion of audits conducted by corporate, client, state, and federal regulatory agencies.
• Leads the division in safety organization regarding classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction according to corporate and client specifications.

Requirements

• Transit safety experience.
• Experience working in transit, preferably urban public.
• Previous passenger transportation experience in current project or similar environment preferred.
• College Degree or five (5) + years of safety management experience.
• CDS (Certified Director of Safety) and/or CSP (Certified Safety Professional) Designation preferred.
• Certifications according to local contract requirements.
• Knowledge of all applicable safety rules and regulations (FTA, FMCSA, and DOT).
• Knowledge of regulations and corporate safety programs and policies.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work with all departments.
• Ability to work independently and objectively.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with Windows-based computer operating systems and Microsoft Office packages.
• Strong Microsoft applications experience.

Pay

Starting salary range: $78,000 - $92,000