Safety Manager at Staten Island

Job Description

We are seeking a Safety Manager for our Staten Island division.  The Safety Manager reports to the General Manager and the primary responsibility is to promote a safe, reliable and efficient operating environment.  Successful applicant will manage the safety program of local operations in compliance with State and Federal regulations and Corporate and Client policies. 

 

• Manage new hire and veteran operator training programs to ensure that all operators receive the minimum initial training and that all employees receive required annual and on-going training.
• Community outreach to identify potential new hire candidates as well as the most appropriate recruiting sources.
• Provide and/or manage classroom and behind the wheel instruction according to corporate and client specifications in all aspects of vehicle operation in the course of passenger transportation, including defensive driving, service area familiarization, passenger loading, unloading and securement, proper manifest documentation, use of on-board equipment, accident and emergency procedures, dispatch and radio communications, and passenger sensitivity.
• Provide and/or manage monthly or annual ongoing/refresher training in topics relevant to the service and service area and in a timely manner.
• Respond to and/or provide for trained staff response to operator accidents and incidents, ensuring appropriate collection of information, documentation of events, and reporting per company and client policy.
• Review all vehicular, passenger and employee accidents/incidents for determination of cause and preventability, identifying potential trends to be addressed in future training efforts as well as ensuring that retraining and safety points are assessed according to company policy.

 

 

Job Requirements

 

• High Diploma or Equivalent Certification.
• CDL required.

• Knowledge of all applicable safety rules, regulations – FTA, FMCSA, DOT.
• Knowledge of regulations and corporate safety programs and policies.
• Previous passenger transportation in current project or similar environment preferred.
• One-year accident/injury free driving experience.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Possess excellent communication and decision-making skills.
• Possess leadership abilities.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent attendance record.
• Extended transportation experience.
• Experience teaching/instructing or public speaking experience.
• Computer experience.

Pre-employment drug screening and background check is required. MV Transportation is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Country: USA, State: New York, City: Staten Island, Company: MV Transportation.