Safety Manager
On-siteHouston, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Direct all accident and incident investigations from initial notification through final resolution, utilizing root cause analysis methodologies like 5-Why and Cause Mapping to identify systemic failures. Lead corrective and preventive action programs, oversee workers' compensation claims, and manage auto liability exposures in partnership with Corporate Risk and Legal. Conduct regular yard and shop audits for OSHA, environmental, and DOT compliance while preparing for internal and external regulatory reviews. Directly supervise a team of Safety & Risk Specialists, assigning regulatory activities, reviewing investigative findings, and supporting staff development. Serve as the primary compliance authority for DOT, FMCSA, and FMCSA intervention processes, ensuring adherence to Hours-of-Service, ELD, and Driver Qualification File standards. Interpret regulatory changes to update company policies and embed proactive safety practices across Operations and Maintenance.
Required Qualifications
- 7-10+ years of progressive safety leadership experience in commercial trucking, transportation, logistics, fleet operations, or other highly regulated, fleet-intensive industries
- Extensive, hands-on working knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations; must be able to audit, advise, and defend compliance in real time
- Driver Qualification Files (DQF)
- Hours-of-Service (HOS) and ELD compliance monitoring
- Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse requirements
- CSA scoring, performance metrics, and FMCSA intervention processes
- Vehicle inspection and maintenance regulatory standards
- Demonstrated expertise leading accident investigations with structured root cause analysis methodologies and driving corrective and preventive action programs to completion
- Proven experience overseeing workers' compensation and auto liability claims management, including TPA coordination and return-to-work programs
- Hands-on experience conducting yard, shop, and facility audits for OSHA compliance and environmental regulatory requirements
- Proven experience directly supervising safety professionals, including developing, coaching, and holding safety staff accountable
- Significant OSHA compliance expertise, including recordkeeping, OSHA 300 logs, workplace inspections, and hazard assessments
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to use safety data, CSA metrics, and claims trends to build proactive risk mitigation strategies
- Excellent communication skills with demonstrated ability to interface confidently with regulatory agencies, executive leadership, and frontline operations
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must not require employer sponsorship now or in the future
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Transportation Management, or a related field
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation
- Familiarity with auto transport, vehicle logistics, or car haul operations
- Experience with in-cab telematics and driver behavior monitoring platforms
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