Director of Safety

Director of Safety

The Director of Safety is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing all

aspects of safety operations within a trucking company specializing in container transportation to and from ports. This position ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, promotes a culture of safety, and implements initiatives that reduce risks, improve safety performance, and uphold company standards. The role requires exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and a deep understanding of the transportation industry and port operations.

Job Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the company’s safety programs, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with HOS and constant monitoring and auditing of ELD’s.
• Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Monitor driver qualifications, including maintaining an up-to-date database of CDL credentials, drug and alcohol testing, and background checks.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections of equipment, facilities, and operations to identify and address safety hazards.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses, providing detailed reports and actionable recommendations to prevent recurrence.
• Lead onboarding safety orientation for new hires and periodic refresher courses for current employees.
• Partner with operations, maintenance, and dispatch teams to integrate safety into daily practices and ensure seamless coordination.
• Manage claims, including workers' compensation and vehicle-related incidents, collaborating with insurance carriers and legal counsel as needed.
• Provide regular safety performance updates and reports to management, including recommendations for continuous improvement and serve as the primary advisor to executive management on all safety-related matters.
  
  

Experience:

• 10 years of experience in senior operations leadership roles within the logistics, transportation, or drayage sectors.
• Extensive knowledge of drayage operations, logistics systems, and transportation management.
• Proven ability to lead large, multi-regional teams and manage complex operations at scale.
• Strong executive presence with exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach, able to execute operational improvements while driving company-wide growth initiatives.
• Track record of successfully developing and expanding business, negotiating major contracts, and cultivating strong client partnerships.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities and high expectations.
• Willingness to travel frequently for oversight, client engagement, and industry representation.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and logistics industry software.
  
  

This position offers a competitive base salary.

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