Vice President Safety

Overview

Trimac isn't just a transportation company; it's an industry disruptor with a remarkable 80-year legacy of safely delivering products that improve people’s lives across North America. 

Our workplace culture is centered on being safe, respectful, innovative and inclusive. We are committed to maintaining a rewarding work environment that allows employees to experience new opportunities and build their chosen careers. Across the company, we encourage open communication, champion integrity, celebrate individuality and cultivate diverse talents and perspectives. If you’re ready for a challenge that will help drive forward an industry leading team, we invite you to begin your journey with us.

Job Details

Trimac is committed to sustainable, profitable growth while maintaining an industry-leading standard in safety and operational excellence. This role is a strategic driver in executing our safety vision amid evolving industry regulations, emerging risks, and increasing customer expectations. Our focus is on leveraging data-driven insights, fostering industry partnerships, and embedding a culture of safety innovation across the organization.

This role offers an opportunity to shape the future of safety in North America’s bulk trucking industry while driving meaningful impact through innovation, industry collaboration, and a steadfast commitment to operational excellence.

The Vice President, Safety will interact with the Trimac Board, executives, cross-functional teams, external agencies, and industry stakeholders to ensure the company remains at the forefront of safety leadership in the North American bulk trucking industry.

Who You Are

• Strategic and Analytical Thinking: Ability to synthesize complex safety data into actionable strategies that drive performance improvements.
• Leadership & Influence: Proven experience in leading cross-functional teams and engaging with executive leadership to drive culture change.
• Industry & Regulatory Expertise: Deep understanding of trucking safety, DOT and OSHA regulations, and emerging trends in safety innovation.
• Relationship Building & Advocacy: Strong external network within industry associations, regulatory agencies, and safety organizations.
• Technology & Data Proficiency: Experience leveraging safety technology, AI, and analytics to enhance risk management and decision-making.
• Crisis Management & Communication: Ability to effectively manage high-pressure situations with strong media and stakeholder communication skills.

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for:

• Strategic Safety Leadership: Design, implement, and communicate a forward-thinking safety strategy aligned with industry advancements and regulatory changes.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilize predictive analytics, benchmarking, and risk assessments to enhance safety performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Industry Collaboration: Strengthen relationships with regulatory bodies, industry associations, technology partners, and suppliers to shape industry standards and advocate for safety advancements.
• Innovation & Technology Integration: Partner with OEMs and technology providers to assess and implement next-generation safety technologies, such as telematics, AI-driven monitoring, and autonomous vehicle innovations.
• Regulatory & Compliance Leadership: Monitor legislative and regulatory trends to ensure Trimac remains compliant while influencing future safety regulations through industry engagement.
• Crisis Management & Communication: Serve as a key spokesperson in safety-related crises, ensuring transparent, timely, and effective communication with stakeholders, including media, regulators, and the public.
• Benchmarking & Best Practices: Conduct competitive analysis and implement best-in-class safety initiatives to maintain Trimac’s leadership position in the industry.
• Training & Workforce Engagement: Develop and implement training programs to equip employees with the latest safety knowledge and encourage proactive hazard identification and reporting.
• Investment & Business Case Development: Identify, advocate for, and implement high-impact safety investments that enhance operational efficiency and risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• Advanced Degree Preferred (business, Supply Chain, Safety, or related field)
• 10 years of Executive Leadership Experience in transportation safety, regulatory compliance, or operational risk management.
• Proven track record of driving change through data, technology, and industry engagement.

Benefits

We invest in our employee’s growth through training and development programs. We offer a comprehensive benefits package such as:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and many more health and wellness benefits
• Paid vacation, floating holidays, sick time, and company holidays
• Paid time off for volunteer activities to help give back to our communities
• Tuition Reimbursement Program to achieve your educational goals
• Continuous learning and career development
• Other perks available

Additional Perks

This position is open to be based anywhere as hybrid or remote.

Safety Commitments

• We make safety a part of every decision
• We make safety personal
• We have the courage to intervene

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