Fleet Safety & Risk Control Specialist

RH Wine & Co LLC•Glastonbury, CT

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Hettrick, Cyr & Associates Inc., a leader in health and safety consulting services, is seeking an experienced professional for the position of Fleet Safety & Risk Control Specialist. This individual will support our growing client base in the development, oversight, coordination, training, evaluation, and compliance of fleet safety programs in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations. The position functions in a consultative capacity, working directly with client organizations to evaluate fleet safety programs, identify risk exposures, and develop practical solutions to improve regulatory compliance and reduce losses. The role will primarily focus on large auto fleet operations, including heavy trucking, bus, and commercial fleet exposures, and requires familiarity with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR). The position may also support public transportation operations and private organizations with smaller fleet safety programs. Responsibilities include implementing industry best practices, developing training materials, performing loss analysis and trending, and conducting Underwriting Fleet Risk Control Assessments and compliance support. Experience performing insurance risk control services for heavy trucking, bus, and commercial fleet operations is strongly preferred.Candidates with fleet safety management or DOT compliance experience will also be considered if they have a strong understanding of transportation risk management and loss prevention practices. Experience in general industry environments such as warehousing, distribution, and manufacturing is highly desirable. In addition to transportation-related exposures, this role may assist clients with broader workplace safety initiatives, including hazard assessments, safety program development, compliance evaluations, and employee safety training related to applicable OSHA General Industry standards. Why Join Us? Join a national consulting team offering challenging, varied work, flexible hybrid schedules, and professional growth opportunities.

Requirements

Strong coordination, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with client management and operational personnel
Working knowledge of state and federal laws, regulations, and standards related to trucking and transportation safety, including the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR)
Knowledge of accident prevention principles, fleet safety management practices, and transportation risk mitigation strategies
Ability to apply management principles and safety program development practices to assist clients in implementing effective fleet safety programs
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work in a consultative role with diverse client organizations
Analytical ability to review loss data, incident reports, and operational practices to identify trends and recommend corrective actions
Minimum of five (5) years of experience within the insurance industry in a risk control or advanced operational role involving fleet safety exposures
Experience assisting with training, management, and enforcement of employee fleet safety programs, including program implementation, accident investigation, and loss prevention
Experience developing and implementing occupational health and safety programs
Familiarity with modern transportation safety technologies, including fleet management, DOT compliance, and ELD systems
Experience applying adult learning principles to deliver effective safety and health training for employees
Fluency in English required
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with OSHA 29 CFR 1910 General Industry standards and experience providing safety inspections and risk control recommendations in workplace environments is desirable
Ability to travel periodically, including overnight travel, to support a national client base
Bachelor’s degree in Safety Management, Occupational Safety, Risk Management, or a related field preferred
Spanish preferred
Experience performing insurance risk control services for heavy trucking, bus, and commercial fleet operations is strongly preferred.
Candidates with fleet safety management or DOT compliance experience will also be considered if they have a strong understanding of transportation risk management and loss prevention practices.
Experience in general industry environments such as warehousing, distribution, and manufacturing is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Prepare written risk control reports outlining observations, risk exposures, and recommended corrective actions for client management and insurance partners
Review fleet safety loss data to identify trends, contributing factors, and opportunities for loss reduction
Assist insured clients with the development and implementation of fleet safety policies and programs
Develop training materials and tools to support client fleet safety program implementation and driver safety initiatives
Assist clients with the implementation and use of technology systems for DOT compliance, including driver qualification files, training records, and electronic logging device (ELD) oversight
Organize and conduct safety meetings, training sessions, and fleet safety presentations
Assist with investigations of motor vehicle incidents, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions to prevent recurrence