What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Safety and Training position at Hotard?
Join Our Team as the Director of Safety and Training and Hotard Shuttle!
Are you passionate about creating a culture of safety, leading with integrity, and shaping impactful training programs? Hotard Shuttle is looking for an experienced Director of Safety and Training to elevate our safety standards and champion a proactive, safety-first mindset. This is a unique opportunity to lead, inspire, and make a tangible difference in the lives of employees, drivers, and passengers while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and safety excellence.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE:
Leadership Impact: Lead and oversee comprehensive safety and training programs that will drive company-wide safety initiatives.
Dynamic Environment: Collaborate across departments to develop innovative training solutions and implement best practices.
Professional Growth: Represent Hotard Shuttle at industry events and conferences, positioning yourself as a leader in the field.
Meaningful Work: Shape a safer work environment that directly contributes to the well-being of our team and the trust of our passengers.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Create and Promote a Safety Culture:
As an exempt role, flexibility is essential. This position may require work during early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays to meet the needs of the business.
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE:
Join Hotard Shuttle and be at the forefront of safety innovation. If you’re a driven leader with a passion for safety and training excellence, we’d love to meet you!
About Our Company:
At Hotard Shuttle, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. Similarly, Hotard Shuttle will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. We are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace equally and ensuring that everyone feels a sense of inclusion and belonging. We also aim to extend this commitment to the partners we work with and the communities we serve. We are constantly listening, learning, and evolving to improve on these principles. We are proud of our collaborative culture. Our diverse employee population enables us to connect with our customers and turn their feedback into meaningful action. Our culture attracts top talent with shared values and forms the foundation for a great place to work!
Are you passionate about creating a culture of safety, leading with integrity, and shaping impactful training programs? Hotard Shuttle is looking for an experienced Director of Safety and Training to elevate our safety standards and champion a proactive, safety-first mindset. This is a unique opportunity to lead, inspire, and make a tangible difference in the lives of employees, drivers, and passengers while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and safety excellence.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE:
Leadership Impact: Lead and oversee comprehensive safety and training programs that will drive company-wide safety initiatives.
Dynamic Environment: Collaborate across departments to develop innovative training solutions and implement best practices.
Professional Growth: Represent Hotard Shuttle at industry events and conferences, positioning yourself as a leader in the field.
Meaningful Work: Shape a safer work environment that directly contributes to the well-being of our team and the trust of our passengers.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Create and Promote a Safety Culture:
- Act as a trusted advisor to management, promoting safety-conscious behaviors through expert-led training programs.
- Maintain and cultivate a safety-focused culture, elevating safety awareness throughout the organization.
- Serve as the go-to technical resource for compliance and safety inquiries.
- Partner with operations to ensure seamless communication and implementation of safety policies.
- Develop and oversee comprehensive training programs for drivers, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Continuously assess and refine training content for relevance and effectiveness.
- Deliver targeted safety training to address specific challenges or incidents.
- Collaborate with Worker’s Compensation partners to design accident prevention initiatives.
- Act as the Designated Employer Representative (DER) for managing drug and alcohol programs.
- Keep driver qualification files audit-ready and compliant.
- Oversee the proper maintenance of electronic and paper logs and compliance with FMCSA regulations.
- Lead thorough accident investigations, implementing learnings and corrective actions.
- Serve as the key decision-maker for accident preventability.
- Promote accountability and ensure disciplinary actions align with company policies.
- Attend and contribute to industry events like the IMG Maintenance and Safety Forum and UMA Expo.
- Support maintenance teams to keep inspection and compliance records up-to-date.
As an exempt role, flexibility is essential. This position may require work during early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays to meet the needs of the business.
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE:
- CDL license with relevant endorsements and certifications
- Expertise in federal and state safety laws, particularly FMCSR standards.
- Exceptional communication and mentoring skills, capable of influencing safety behaviors.
- Strong team collaboration skills, especially in diverse and dynamic environments.
- NATMI Director of Safety certification is a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Transportation, Supply Chain, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- 5 years of proven experience in transportation management or safety leadership.
- Work Environment and Physical Demands:
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds for vehicle compartment handling.
- Exposure to various weather conditions and environments, including vehicle facilities.
- Adaptability to working extended hours as business demands.
Join Hotard Shuttle and be at the forefront of safety innovation. If you’re a driven leader with a passion for safety and training excellence, we’d love to meet you!
About Our Company:
At Hotard Shuttle, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. Similarly, Hotard Shuttle will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. We are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace equally and ensuring that everyone feels a sense of inclusion and belonging. We also aim to extend this commitment to the partners we work with and the communities we serve. We are constantly listening, learning, and evolving to improve on these principles. We are proud of our collaborative culture. Our diverse employee population enables us to connect with our customers and turn their feedback into meaningful action. Our culture attracts top talent with shared values and forms the foundation for a great place to work!