Director, Safety & Compliance
About the job
Job Title: Director, Safety & Compliance
Company: Grace Transport Inc.
Location: Strathroy, Ontario
Employment Type: Full-Time
Grace Transport Inc. has been operating for over 30 years and prides itself on being the best in the industry. We are focused on our employees from the onset and believe them to be of the highest value of any of our assets.
We are deeply committed to safety and aim to maintain our reputation as one of the safest fleets in Canada and the USA.
Position Overview:
The Director, Safety & Compliance will oversee all aspects of operational safety and compliance within the organization. The ideal candidate will manage both people and processes, implementing systems, policies and practices that foster a culture of safety and minimize incidents.
Responsibilities:
· Work with other departments, collaborating with HR, operations and maintenance to integrate safety standards into all fleet management aspects.
· Conduct regular audits and inspections of vehicles and safety procedures to ensure ongoing compliance and identify areas for improvement.
· Maintain thorough records of accidents, incidents and safety training to ensure transparency and facilitate any necessary legal or insurance claims.
· Utilize technology, including GPS and ISAAC telematics, to monitor driver behaviour and coach drivers on safety practices.
· Guide and lead others in all matters surrounding the safe operations of a commercial vehicle.
· Ensure compliance with USA DOT regulations, the Canadian Highway Traffic Act, CTPAT and border crossing regulations.
· Act as a key point of contact for any over-the-road incidents, responding to inquiries professionally and promptly.
· Oversee the safety and compliance team (Safety Administrator and Fleet Administrator) in training drivers about speed, HOS/ELOG compliance, licensing, and safety.
· Manage and take responsibility for maintaining high-performance ratings in relation to various provincial and US safety and compliance entities, including the FMCSA and Provincial CVOR.
· Maintain thorough records of accidents, incidents and safety training to ensure transparency and facilitate any necessary legal or insurance claims.
Qualifications and Competencies:
· 5+ years of experience in the transportation industry.
· Educational background in logistics, business, or a related field.
· Commitment to driver safety and compliance.
· Proven leadership and communication skills.
· Comprehensive experience with incident investigation and determination of causation.
· Excellent knowledge of USA DOT rules and the Canadian Highway Traffic Act.
· Strong with MS Office Suite and TMW software would be an asset.
Candidates interested in this opportunity should apply by email to recruiting@gracetransport.com or through Indeed, including your cover letter and resume.
We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Grace Transport is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to employment equity. We value a diverse workforce and are committed to hiring practices that are fair and equitable.
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