Manager, Safety & Training

GRSI•Jacksonville, FL

About The Position

The Manager, Safety & Training provides company-wide leadership and support for railroad training and regulatory compliance programs, with a primary focus on Mechanical Department training. The role develops, coordinates, and oversees technical, safety, regulatory, and qualification training for Mechanical employees, while supporting training initiatives across Transportation, Engineering, Dispatching, and other departments. The position ensures training programs, materials, and employee qualifications are developed and maintained in accordance with applicable FRA, DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and company requirements. Working collaboratively with departmental leaders and subject matter experts, the Manager identifies training needs, standardizes training practices, improves employee knowledge and proficiency, and supports organizational safety, training, operational, and regulatory compliance goals.

Requirements

High level of analytical problem-solving ability.
Excellent communication, team-building, and leadership skills.
Knowledge and understanding of the General Code of Operating Rules (GCOR).
Willingness to travel and provide remote site support within the region.
Flexibility to assume assignments with little or no notice and outside normal work hours.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
High school diploma or GED.
At least six years of experience in the rail transportation industry.
At least two years in a training supervisor- or manager-level role.
Current Locomotive Engineer certification.
Knowledge of FRA rules and regulations.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree.

Responsibilities

Interact with the FRA, DOT, FMCSA, state, local, and other applicable regulatory agencies regarding company training programs, regulatory requirements, and related applications.
Conduct initial and ongoing training for all crafts within the region, including safety and operating rules.
Conduct efficiency testing, evaluations, and field observations to assess training effectiveness, employee performance, and regulatory compliance.
Assist in developing and implementing company-wide training and regulatory compliance procedures applicable to various departments.
Organize, maintain, review, and audit training, qualification, certification, and compliance records to ensure they are complete, accurate, current, and accessible.
Support ongoing compliance with applicable FRA, DOT, FMCSA, and other regulatory requirements.
Assist departments in preparing for regulatory agency inspections and audits, and facilitate inspections as necessary.
Partner with Mechanical, Transportation, Engineering, Dispatching, Safety, and other departments to promote consistent, efficient, and organized training and regulatory compliance activities.
Collaborate with departmental leadership and subject matter experts to identify training needs, address performance gaps, and support the development and continuous improvement of company training programs.
Demonstrate professional leadership and behaviors that promote a culture focused on safety, accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Manage training and compliance projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and telehealth coverage.
Life insurance.
Optional benefit coverages for accident, critical illness, hospital, identity theft, and life insurance.
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account plans.
Employee Assistance Program.
401(k) retirement plan.
On-the-job training and paid training.
Paid time off.
Tuition reimbursement.
Competitive pay.