Safety Manager

SEL Transportation is seeking an experienced proactive Safety Manager to lead develop and manage our fleet safety this role you will be the champion of our safety culture. You will ensure compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The Safety Manager must possess deep hands-on knowledge of cargo securement requirements oversized/overweight regulations and driver injury prevention (e.g. tarping and climbing safety).

Essential Responsibilities of the role:

• Cargo Securement & Equipment Inspections: Conduct regular hands-on audits of flatbed load securement (straps chains binders and edge protectors) to ensure compliance with FMCSA Part 393. Evaluate flatbed equipment trailers and Dunnage for safety gaps.

• DOT & FMCSA Compliance: Maintain and audit Driver Qualification (DQ) files Hours of Service (HOS) logs and drug/alcohol testing pools (including the FMCSA Clearinghouse). Manage the companys CSA (Compliance Safety Accountability) scores.

• Driver Orientation & Training: Lead onboarding orientation and continuous safety training for newly hired asset drivers. Design specific curriculum for flatbed operations including tarping safety strapping/chaining techniques and split-differential driving conditions.

• Incident Investigation & Claims: Serve as the primary investigator for all accidents road citations and workers compensation claims. Conduct root-cause analysis document findings and implement corrective action plans.

• Roadside Inspection Management: Review all DOT roadside inspection reports. File DataQs challenges when inspections contain erroneous violations to protect the companys safety rating.

• Safety Meetings & Advisory: Organize and lead quarterly safety meetings. Partner with operations and dispatch to ensure that freight commitments never compromise driver safety or legal compliance.

Computer & Technical Proficiency:

• You must be highly proficient in utilizing data and software to proactively spot risks.

• ELD & Telematics Systems: Advanced mastery of platforms like Samsara Motive or Omnitracs to audit HOS logs track unassigned driving miles and monitor harsh driving events (braking acceleration cornering).

• DriveCam: Experience reviewing event-triggered video data to conduct constructive driver coaching and determine accident exoneration.

• FMCSA Portals & Clearinghouse: Daily familiarity with the FMCSA Portal DataQs system and the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse website.

• Applicant Tracking & HR Systems: Experience using onboarding platforms (e.g. Tenstreet DriverReach) to review background checks PSP (Pre-Employment Screening Program) records and MVRs (Motor Vehicle Reports).

• Data Analytics & Office Suite: Proficient in Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint to track key safety metrics (e.g. accidents per million miles critical event trends) and build visual training presentations.

Qualifications :

• Four year degree from an accredited college or university (Desired).
• 1-3 years of transportation experience (Preferred).
• 2 years experience working in a safety related position in flatbed transportation (Desired).
• Deep demonstrable knowledge of DOT FMCSA and OSHA regulations.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to confidently present data to executives and command the respect of seasoned drivers.
• Proficiency utilizing Microsoft Office Suite including: Microsoft Teams Outlook MS Excel MS Word MS PowerPoint.
• Ability to learn and understand new software systems.

A successful Safety Manager must consistently demonstrate the companys Mission and Values.  They must have good oral and written communication skills in order to effectively interact with customers drivers and other team members in person and on the telephone. They must be customer service-oriented as well as team-oriented and must have good organizational skills. A Safety Manager must be able to effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously.  Finally they must be able to work a flexible schedule when needed to including weekends evenings and holidays.

Additional Information :

This job is a salary position with no guarantees for career progression.  This does not mean that you will not be considered for other positions or opportunities. 

PS Logistics complies with all applicable equal employment laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act.  Qualified individuals with a disability may request reasonable accommodation from the company.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time