Safety Supervisor

Werner Enterprises•Lithia Springs, GA

About The Position

The main purpose of this job is to be knowledgeable in all Safety functions and assist in all areas needed. Employee will administer the training/development for Safety Specialists and assist with all Safety functions as necessary. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The job functions listed below represent the essential job duties and responsibilities of the above- listed position. Responsible for Safety Management at the terminal including, but not limited to, scheduling, performance appraisals and Performance Review and Planning. Responsible for ongoing training and development of Safety staff. Responsible for ensuring that all Safety, personnel and driver needs are being professionally and efficiently addressed. Determine dispositions on accident reviews and policy/D.O.T. violations in accordance with Safety Department policy after approval from management. Have ability to fill in on any terminal based safety position if needed. Provide 24 hour on-call support to the Safety Department as needed. Ensure that all required job-related certificates and licenses are current. This applies to all terminal staff. If applicable, responsible to cover for Terminal Manager in their absence. Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisory personnel. Timely and regular attendance according to the scheduled shift as determined by supervisory personnel. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Knowledge of D.O.T. regulations and company requirements, policies, and procedures for drivers. Knowledge of federal and state traffic laws and requirements for tractor/trailer equipment. Skill in operating a semi-truck and trailer. Excellent listening skills. Ability to acclimate and orient drivers to their new position at Werner Enterprises. Ability to communicate in a courteous and professional manner. Skill in operating P.C. and various office equipment. Some minimal travel may be necessary.

Requirements

Knowledge of D.O.T. regulations and company requirements, policies, and procedures for drivers.
Knowledge of federal and state traffic laws and requirements for tractor/trailer equipment.
Skill in operating a semi-truck and trailer.
Excellent listening skills.
Ability to acclimate and orient drivers to their new position at Werner Enterprises.
Ability to communicate in a courteous and professional manner.
Skill in operating P.C. and various office equipment.
Some minimal travel may be necessary.
High School graduate or equivalent experience.
One to two years of experience in a Safety Specialist position preferred.
One to two years over-the-road tractor/trailer experience preferred.
Certified as a Breath Alcohol Technician.
Hold a valid CDL A with necessary endorsements.
Six months to one-year office experience preferred.
Public speaking and/or adult education experience.

Responsibilities

Responsible for Safety Management at the terminal including, but not limited to, scheduling, performance appraisals and Performance Review and Planning.
Responsible for ongoing training and development of Safety staff.
Responsible for ensuring that all Safety, personnel and driver needs are being professionally and efficiently addressed.
Determine dispositions on accident reviews and policy/D.O.T. violations in accordance with Safety Department policy after approval from management.
Have ability to fill in on any terminal based safety position if needed.
Provide 24 hour on-call support to the Safety Department as needed.
Ensure that all required job-related certificates and licenses are current. This applies to all terminal staff.
If applicable, responsible to cover for Terminal Manager in their absence.
Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisory personnel.
Timely and regular attendance according to the scheduled shift as determined by supervisory personnel.