Location Safety Manager

First Student•Edmonton, AB

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

FIRST STUDENT is North America’s largest & leading school bus company. We are currently hiring a Safety Manager for our School Bus Operations in Edmonton, AB. The purpose of this role is to provide uniform application of established training programs and practices. In conjunction with Location Managers, provide indirect supervision of safety and training staff. Assist the Location Managers in programs or analysis that will reduce vehicular collisions and WSIB claims, provide a proactive management approach to safety awareness and initiatives. Monitor safety compliance of all government legislation and company safety polices.

Requirements

University degree or diploma in a related discipline preferred
Minimum 5-8 years experience in a safety and training capacity preferred
Prior experience as a school bus driver is preferred but not necessary
Well versed in the First Student Driver Selection Process
Sound knowledge of Highway Traffic Act, Defensive Driving Skills, Health and Safety Practices
Demonstrates experience in handling competing priorities, deadlines and applying sound interpersonal skills and excellent communication, complaint handling and problem resolution
Demonstrated leadership ability and decision making within known guidelines
Demonstrated experience with relevant safety and WC legislation and requirements
Strong Belief and Knowledge of First Student’s Safety Policies and Procedures
Different types of First Student vehicles and equipment, including Special Needs
Working knowledge of First Student Computer Programs, as well as Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

Assist with new driver recruitment and selection, including interviewing as required
Establishes expertise in Occupational Health & Safety Code requirements, Company Safety Policies and Procedures, provincial traffic laws, Hours of Service and other relevant legislation i.e. drug and alcohol testing
Monitors all branch minutes from Health & Safety meetings ensuring accuracy and follow up on items identified
Ensures records on safety and safety related matters are up to date and accurate through annual internal safety audits
Conducts safety inspections and makes recommendations for both ongoing safety efforts and efforts to increase safety awareness
Administers safety and company programs such as modified duties, alcohol and drug testing, driver orientation programs, student discipline training and maintains up to date awareness of legislative and other changes that affect the Company with respect to driver safety and training issues
Training and upgrading for related classified licences
Assists Location Managers in accident investigation, analysis and determination of cause, WSIB claims, investigation, analysis and claims including modified duties program
Monitor driver on-road performance including mandatory evaluations
Maintenance of all related records as per Safety Policies
Prepare monthly regional performance reports
Co-ordinate and conduct training in accordance with First Student’s standards
Monitor CVOR Legislation Compliance
PeopleSoft input of updated licence information
Administer written test and road test to trainees
Participate on the Health and Safety Committee
Accident investigation, documentation and follow up including reporting, retraining and evaluations
Prepare, schedule and present mandatory workshops
Schedule work for all part-time safety/recruiting employees
Adapt easily to change of scheduling as required
Assist with school programs, such as First Ride, Evacuation Procedures and Bus Safety
Ability to work flexible hours which may include some weekends and evenings
Other related duties as assigned which may include route driving and other office duties