Safety Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma required
• Certified Transportation Safety Institute (TSI) bus operator trainer
• Class “B” Commercial Driver License
• At least 3 years’ progressive transit experience with commercial class “B” vehicles in a fixed route transit system
• Knowledgeable with DOT policies, OSHA, NIMS, EPA standards and ADA requirements
• Experience developing and implementing safety program plans and procedures
• Experience conducting investigations, analyzing data, and identifying and recommending corrective action
• Must maintain confidentiality and safeguarding of sensitive material
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a diverse workforce
• Possess a working knowledge of adult education principles and practices
• Possess the skills necessary to write and express oneself orally in a logical, comprehensive, and intelligent manner
• Good organizational skills
• Possess the temperament necessary for maintaining amiable relations with various levels of company personnel
• Possess a working knowledge of Microsoft Access, Excel, and Word
• Ability to interpret and explain regulations to others
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Excellent time management skills with ability to prioritize
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and a physical examination
• Must pass a background check
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

• College degree preferred
• Prefer candidate with Airbrakes, and Passenger endorsements and valid active medical examiners certificate

Responsibilities

• Coordinate monthly safety reporting, including performance trends, KPIs, safety plans, and risk assessments.
• Inform the location leadership team of safety performance and provide timely alerts.
• Drive a continuous improvement culture in safety performance through collaboration.
• Chair Safety and Accident Review committees.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and work-related injuries, including managing claims.
• Direct the Drug and Alcohol Program (FTA) for the location to ensure federal and corporate compliance.
• Manage Third Party Administrators and Vendors for the Drug and Alcohol Program.
• Lead the site implementation of the Safety Management System Plan, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor compliance with the KTA’s SMS policies and procedures, conducting annual safety audits.
• Ensure application and adherence to all relevant statutory and regulatory safety policies.
• Assist the maintenance manager in ensuring compliance with environmental policies and regulations.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of risk control strategies.
• Identify and assess new hazards in the workplace.
• Oversee ongoing monitoring and recording of safety performance.
• Ensure the Road Traffic Safety Management System (RTSMS) conforms to requirements and delivers intended outputs.
• Report to management on RTSMS performance, improvement opportunities, and the need for change.
• Ensure the promotion of customer focus throughout the organization.
• Maintain the integrity of the RTSMS during planned changes.
• Establish and maintain a culture of safety where safety is a primary consideration for all employees.
• Contribute to the safety culture through exemplary safety-oriented behaviors.
• Ensure a just culture where employees are treated fairly and understand their contribution to the safety philosophy.
• Oversee classroom and designated instructors to ensure quality, consistency, and efficiency in training methods.
• Oversee the design and delivery of driver training and safety courses, including new hire and retraining.
• Plan, schedule, and deliver monthly safety meetings.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits
• Opportunities for development and growth
• Rewarding career