Experienced Transportation Safety Manager position

Experienced Transportation Safety Manager position

22 Nov 2024
Illinois, Chicago, 60601 Chicago USA

Experienced Transportation Safety Manager position

Job description

Transportation company specializing in refrigerated and hazardous materials is seeking a highly motivated, self-driven, dedicated and passionate individual to join our team. The Safety Manager will be responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of all employees by implementing and maintaining safety protocols and procedures. The candidate needs have a strong background in transportation safety, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to risk management.

## Responsibilities

- Develop and implement safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations

- File, obtain and keep current all hazardous and company held permits

- Conduct regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and risks for company vehicles, drivers, and facilities

- Investigate accidents or incidents to determine root causes and implement corrective actions

- Provide safety training, orientation, emergency response procedures and ongoing education to all employees and drivers

- Maintain records of all safety-related incidents, training sessions, inspections, incidents and compliance

- Collaborate with management to address any safety concerns or issues promptly

-Developing strategies and implementation for improving overall safety performance of the company and all employees

-Monitor driver compliance with safety regulations, hours of service, and drug/alcohol testing requirements

- Stay up to date with industry trends, regulations, and best practices

- Understanding, compliance and implementation of all policies and regulations required by OSHA, DOT, FMCSA

## Skills

- Strong knowledge of OSHA, USDOT and FMCSA rules and regulations

- Strong knowledge in handling refrigerated and hazardous freight shipments

- Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations

- Experience in workers' compensation processes and procedures

- Proficient in report writing for incident investigations and safety documentation

- Familiarity with EPA regulations related to workplace safety

- Ability to develop and deliver effective safety training programs

- Certified Safety Professional certification is preferred

- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

- Experience in training development for safety programs

- Ability to fabricate solutions for safety equipment or protocols

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

-Computer proficient in MS applications, transportation software

Job Type: Full-time

Monday to Friday

Experience:

Transportation Safety Manager: 2 years minimum (Required)

Work Location: In person only

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