We are looking for a Transportation Safety Manager who will have oversight over the safety department, its team members, and operations.  This is a highly visible position with high impact.  This person will work in a fast-paced environment where every detail counts and must be accounted for.  This individual will be responsible for ensuring all team members are probably trained in all safety aspects with driving, catering, and airport ramp safety.  Knowledge of airport operations is a plus but not required.  This role focuses on promoting a culture of safety, reducing risk, and supporting safe transportation operations across the organization.

Supervisory and Management

• Lead a team of indirect and indirect reports through example and accountability.
• Coach, train, and support the development of the team members under your direction.
• Develop and execute health and safety plans in the workplace according to legal guidelines.
• Prepare and enforce policies to establish a culture of health and safety.

Operational

• Proactively develop plans to close gaps and develop continuous improvement programs.
• Evaluate practices, procedures and facilities to assess risk and adherence to the law.
• Conduct training and presentations for health and safety matters and accident prevention.
• Collaborate with site leadership, contractors, government, and community stakeholders.
• Monitor compliance to policies and laws by inspecting employees and operations.
• Perform quality reviews of incident and injury investigation findings and communicate any deficiencies identified to ensure a robust process is in place for determining an accurate root cause(s), causal factor(s) and other systemic driver(s) associated with leadership, culture, and accountability.
• Oversee all worker’s compensation claims and processes.
• Recommend solutions to issues, improvement opportunities or new prevention measures.
• Proactively identify threats, trends and opportunities derived from data, conversations, and observations.
• Stay informed on regulatory changes and best practices.

QHSE

• Ensure compliance with all applicable requirements related to product and service quality, environmental standards, food safety, and health and safety regulations.
• Support the availability of resources and necessary competencies to maintain and enhance integrated management systems (IMS).
• Uphold commitments to environmental and social responsibility in alignment with the Be the Change CSR charter.
• Promote a safe and healthy work environment by preventing work-related injuries and illnesses, eliminating hazards, and reducing health and safety risks.
• Facilitate systems for joint consultation and participation with employees and their representatives as needed.
• Drive continuous improvement and consistently seek to enhance IMS performance.
• Effectively communicate the organization's vision, goals, and performance both internally and to relevant external stakeholders.

Human Resources

• Interview and determine the individuals to join your department
• Approve time off requests and other leaves of absences
• Perform performance reviews for all department team members
• Approve all timecards and resolve timecard discrepancies
• Mentor and coach team members and provide corrective actions as required
• Regular and timely attendance is expected for the position.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in safety-related field preferred but not required.
• 5 – 7 years of experience in Safety Manager or similar role.
• 5 – 7 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or other industry overseeing safety with drivers involved.
• Previous experience in creating safety program or changing culture of safety.
• Previous experience managing a team of direct and indirect reports.

• Must have a valid state-issued Driver License.
• Must be able to pass TSA fingerprinted background check clearance.
• Proven change agent in culture of safety.
• Must have a strong understanding of OSHA, DOT, and Workers’ Comp laws.
• Must have good knowledge of investigation procedures and root cause analysis.
• Strong ability with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organizational and motivational skills.
• Outstanding attention to detail and observation ability.
• Strategic thinker with creative and excellent problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Resilient self-starter, who can act independently and learn quickly within a rapidly evolving environment.
• Strong analytical skills for interpretation of data to effectively manage risk.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with site operations, functional leaders and external clients and vendors.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and a strong commitment to business ethics.