Safety & Training Manager

About the role

RATP Dev USA is seeking a Safety & Training Manager to lead and support safety, compliance, and employee training programs for our transit operations in Woodfin, NC.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the location's safety and training programs.
• Develop, coordinate, and deliver training programs for drivers, maintenance employees, and other operational staff.
• Conduct new-hire orientation, safety training, refresher training, and required compliance training.
• Ensure employees complete required training within established timelines.
• Monitor compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Conduct safety inspections, audits, observations, and workplace assessments.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, injuries, and safety-related events and assist with corrective action plans.
• Identify safety trends and recommend improvements to reduce accidents, injuries, and operational risks.
• Maintain accurate training, safety, incident, and compliance records.
• Track employee certifications, licenses, qualifications, and required training.
• Partner with operations management to address employee performance and safety concerns.
• Support drug and alcohol testing programs and other applicable compliance requirements.
• Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, employee coaching, and safety awareness initiatives.
• Communicate safety expectations and company policies effectively to employees at all levels.
• Assist with emergency preparedness and response procedures.
• Work with management to develop and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Provide regular safety and training reports to management.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Operations or General Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in safety, Transportation, Business Administration, Education, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Previous experience in safety, training, transportation, transit, or a related operational environment.
• Experience developing and delivering employee training programs.
• Strong knowledge of workplace safety practices and regulatory compliance.
• Experience conducting investigations, audits, inspections, and safety assessments preferred.
• Strong communication, presentation, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with operations and management teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard computer applications.
• Ability to maintain confidential and accurate records.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings, weekends, or holidays as operational needs require.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in public transportation, transit, or fleet operations.
• Knowledge of FTA, FMCSA, OSHA, DOT, and ADA requirements applicable to transit operations.
• Experience with driver training, defensive driving, accident prevention, and safety programs.
• Experience with safety management systems and incident reporting.
• Experience working with a diverse hourly workforce.