Rail Operations Safety Director

Hitachi Rail is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Safety Manager to join our team. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest level of safety standards in our rail operations.

About us:

As a leading provider of rail solutions, Hitachi Rail is committed to delivering safe and reliable transportation services. Our team of experts works tirelessly to ensure that our operations meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Job Description:

• Participate in all aspects of the updating and continuous improvement of Safety Management System Programs and Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP) in accordance with State Safety Oversight Agency (SSOA) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) requirements.
• Provide technical supervision on safety issues of rail-related projects.
• Lead accident investigation teams and recommend corrective actions as necessary.
• Lead the annual review and update of the Rail Accident Investigation Procedure.
• Manage and oversee the Project's Safety Rules Compliance Program.
• Interpret, execute, and recommend changes to established safety policies and procedures.
• Manage and oversee the Rail Internal Safety Audit to comply with SSOA and FTA requirements.
• Maintain and coordinate emergency preparedness standards for Operations and Maintenance.
• Provide leadership and safety direction to Rail Operations and Maintenance.
• Develop and review safety and hazard analyses of Rail Operations and Maintenance and recommend improvements.
• Evaluate, train, counsel, and oversee continuous development of safety initiatives to Rail Operators, Supervisors, Controllers, maintenance personnel, and other personnel involved with rail operations along with any necessary safety performance improvements.
• Assure Rail Operations compliance with applicable safety requirements and regulations including OSHA, FTA, FRA, and the SSOA.
• In conjunction with Operations, update and maintain the Rail Operations Rulebook and SOPs.
• Provide direction for Rail Operations Safety Committee, System Safety Certification Review Committee, Configuration Management Committee, and the Fire and Life Safety Committee.
• Prepare routine and special reports for senior management and Rail Operations division.
• Interface and maintain relationships with other public agencies, rail safety associations, and groups to keep abreast of latest industry trends, regulations, and technologies and to develop and implement safety improvements.
• Provide excellent customer service to Skyline internal and external customers.
• Promote safety awareness and other employee safety procedures in efforts to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Knowledge:

• Minimum 8 to 10 years progressively responsible related experience in rail operations safety to include three (3) years supervision experience.
• Thorough knowledge of Rail operations, Rail Vehicles, and associated Rail systems.
• General knowledge of rail systems of various kinds, including commuter, automatic rail systems, and/or high-speed rail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications (verbal and written) skills.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels within the organization and with third-party contractors.
• Excellent PC skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Safety Management Systems (SMS) training required.