Safety and Training Manager

Company: transdevna
Location: Mesa
Posted on: January 18, 2023

Job Description:

Overview:The Safety and Training Manager works under the general supervision of the General Manager and is responsible for safety training, retraining, and the safety culture of the operation. Duties and responsibilities also include, but are not limited to, coordinating the activities of on-the-job-injury and light duty personnel, workers compensation and general liability carriers; establishing and promoting the maintenance and safe, accident free and healthy working environment to achieve effectiveness for the company and ensure compliance with all federal, state, local and company policies, procedures, and regulations.

This position is for Tempe and Mesa, AZ.

This is for proposed business and all offers are contingent upon Transdev's award of the contract.Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the overall safety and training of the transit operation
• Implements and manages an employee safety awards program
• Working with the Maintenance and/or Facilities Manager to implement a facility safety program, including fuel stations, service lanes and fuel islands, parking areas, wash areas, and maintenance shops
• Responds to and investigates accidents/incidents to include taking photos of accident/incident scene, interviewing involved parties, and assisting with police reports
• Accountable for timely accident/incident investigations that involve property, equipment, and personnel
• Formulates and enhances general safety policies, procedures and practices to be followed and adhered to by company personnel in compliance with Federal, state, local and company safety rules and regulations
• Ensures compliance with all company, client, and Department of Transportation regulations, policies, and procedures
• Ensures that all reporting and risk management tools are up-to-date and always correct
• Ensures contract compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, and company regulations; ensures that related recordkeeping and reporting requirements are met and maintained; provides support in implementing the approved recommendations
• Ensures that staff is adequately trained and understands and executes on safety and security standards
• Selects, hires, and trains qualified candidates for employment when needed
• Maintains confidentiality of all information
• Makes recommendations to the General Manager for proactive compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Department of Transportation (DOT) and other federal, state, local and company regulations, and Provides support in implementing the approved recommendations
• Accountable for ensuring that Cal OSHA, CHP, EPA and DOT recordkeeping and reporting requirements are met and maintained
• Conducts periodic, routine, scheduled and comprehensive inspections of facilities, grounds and equipment in order to identify any potential safety problems, and works with appropriate personnel to ensure corrective action is activated if and when applicable
• Ensures reporting is thoroughly completed in a timely manner
• Coordinates employee return to work with Claims and Subrogation Specialist and Human Resource Department
• Other duties as requiredQualifications:Education, Licensing, and Certifications Required:
  
  • Must have five (5) years of related experience, three (3) years of which is in the transportation industry
  • Must possess a class B Commercial Driver's License with Passenger endorsement a strong plus.
  • TSSP-(Transit System Safety Professional) -USDOT / Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business, Public Administration or related field required. Extensive Industry experience may substitute
    Skills and Knowledge Required:
    
    • Familiarity with OSHA and EPA standards, and ADA requirements
    • Thorough knowledge and understanding of Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier, and Federal Transportation Administration rules and regulations.
    • Ability to interpret and explain regulations to others
    • Knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
    • Strong written and oral communication skills; excellent presentation skills
    • Must be able to communicate effectively with clients, providers and make public presentations
    • Travel
      Pre-Employment Requirements:
      
      • Drug testing and background check
      • Testing related to job requirement
        Physical Requirements:
        
        • Must be able to work flexible work schedules as needed.
        • 60% - 70% of work is accomplished indoors and in air conditioned or well-ventilated facilities
        • Work is accomplished in an office or in a cubicle space equipped with a telephone and computer.
        • The employee is generally subjected to long periods spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen.
          
          About Transdev:
          
          Based near Chicago, Transdev is the largest private-sector operator of multiple modes of transit in North America, including bus, rail, streetcar, paratransit, and shuttle services. Transdev is committed to being the trusted partner of cities and transit authorities through quality execution and innovations in mobility. Its parent company, Transdev Group, is a leading global operator and integrator of mobility operating in 17 countries and provides passengers every day the freedom to connect to what they care about in their cities.
          
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