Regional Safety & Training Manager - Pensacola, FL
About The Position
SRM Concrete is hiring a Regional Training & Safety Manager to lead CDL driver training, safety programs, and workforce development across multiple locations. This dual-role leadership position oversees driver onboarding, safety compliance, risk management, and training program effectiveness across the region. The role supports Ready Mix Drivers and Operators and requires regional travel to advance training, safety compliance, and team development initiatives. SRM Concrete is a family-owned construction materials company operating across more than 20 states. It emphasizes promoting from within, investing in employees, and fostering a respectful, supportive culture that enables team members to grow.
Requirements
- Experience in CDL training, safety management, fleet safety, or transportation leadership.
- Strong knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, and OSHA regulations.
- Proven ability to lead driver training programs and safety initiatives.
- Experience with incident investigation, safety audits, and compliance reporting.
- Strong leadership, communication, and coaching skills.
- Ability to manage multi-site operations and regional travel.
- Proficiency with training systems, safety software, and applicant tracking systems.
Nice To Haves
- Background in trucking, construction, logistics, or ready-mix concrete operations.
- Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Responsibilities
- Lead CDL driver training programs, onboarding, and orientation for Ready Mix Drivers and Operators.
- Recruit, interview, and hire qualified CDL drivers and equipment operators.
- Deliver hands-on training focused on safe driving practices, equipment operation, and DOT compliance.
- Coach and mentor drivers to improve performance, retention, and career growth.
- Support and manage plant-level trainers to maintain consistent training standards.
- Lead regional safety programs in compliance with DOT regulations, OSHA standards, and company policies.
- Conduct safety audits, job-site inspections, and risk assessments across multiple locations.
- Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses, and implement corrective action plans.
- Deliver safety training, toolbox talks, and compliance programs for drivers and plant teams.
- Monitor and report safety KPIs, incident rates, and regulatory compliance metrics.
- Ensure adherence to FMCSA regulations, driver qualification standards, and fleet safety policies.
- Promote SRM’s principles of Safety, Quality, Kindness, Cleanliness, and a Go-Getter mindset.
- Build a safety-first culture while promoting employee engagement and accountability.
- Partner with HR and operations leaders on talent development, retention, and performance improvement.
- Travel regionally to support training, safety compliance, and team development initiatives.
Benefits
- Career advancement opportunities in a fast-growing company.
- Opportunity to shape driver training programs and regional safety culture.
- Stability from an established company operating in more than 20 states.
- People-first culture that invests in employees and promotes from within.
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
