Transportation Safety Director in Monmouth Junction, New Jersey at Hermann Forwarding

Job Description

Purpose of Position:

Every Hermann employee must always follow and adhere to all company policies & procedures, while maintaining the highest regard for the betterment of the organization, through and in every decision made and/or exercised. The Manager is responsible for maintaining the knowledge to perform in a proficient and effective manner consistent with the duties of this position. It is the Safety Manager’s responsibility to create and maintain a safety culture throughout the organization consistent with the principles and direction of the Director of Safety.

Essential Functions:

Maintain and practice use of the knowledge of / to:

Create, Implement, and improve Safety PoliciesOversee the Safety inspection and auditing programOversee the Vehicle & Workers Comp Accident Claims ProcessOversee and maintain compliance of all aspects of Driver Qualification FilesDesign and reevaluate company Safety Policy and standardsEvaluate current and future methods of various insurance policiesReport and communicate, periodically, vital statistics compulsory to continued process improvementWork with all Divisions of HSI to ensure that Safety Policy and practices are integrated into Standard Operating ProceduresOversee Driver & Mechanic DOT compliance programsOversee Hazardous Materials Safety ProgramMaintain knowledge of and demonstrate the skillful use of:Industry related computer software and hardwareCurrent changes and trends in the industryContinually review, develop, and implement existing and new safety programs for all Divisions of Hermann ServicesMaintain Governmental regulations compliance including, but not limited to:DOT, FMCSA, CSA, OSHA, Federal, State, & Local Agencies, and Homeland SecurityPerform Specific Work Duties:

Hold periodic Safety Meetings as is necessary or required by company policyPerform Accident investigations on scene and/or desktopUse internal and External measurement standards to quantify Safety ROI’sMonitor Governmental agency regulatory requirements to ensure company complianceScreen, orient, and train new drivers and other employees as neededEnhancing the company’s profitability by (but not limited to):Perform all duties in a timely manner, effectively as to reduce the overall downtime of the equipmentCommunicate to management any/all cost cutting ideas or suggestionsRequirements:

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Operations Management, or a related fieldProven experience in a senior operational role within a multi-facility environmentStrong leadership and people management skillsExcellent financial acumen and analytical abilitiesIn-depth knowledge of industry regulations and standardsExceptional communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to travel within the region as required