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Senior Director of Safety

L7

eastcoastwarehouseElizabeth, NJtoday

Occupations

Occupational Health and Safety SpecialistsCompliance ManagersTransportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers

Industries

Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, LocalGeneral Freight Trucking, LocalGeneral Freight Trucking, Long-Distance, Less Than Truckload
EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Category Transportation
Description
Position Summary: The Senior Director of Safety is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the company's enterprise-wide safety, compliance, and risk management programs across all terminals, distribution centers, and operating locations. This role ensures full compliance with FMCSA, DOT, OSHA, and state/local regulations, drives a proactive safety culture among drivers and staff, and works to reduce accidents, claims, and regulatory violations company-wide. This is a senior leadership position with direct accountability for safety outcomes across the entire fleet and workforce.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Safety Program Leadership
  • Design, implement, and continuously improve a unified safety management system (SMS) across all locations
  • Establish company-wide safety policies, standard operating procedures, and best practices
  • Set annual safety goals, KPIs, and benchmarks; report performance to executive leadership and the board
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Ensure full compliance with FMCSR, DOT, OSHA, EPA, and state-specific trucking regulations
  • Maintain and oversee CSA/BASIC scores, driver qualification files, hours-of-service (HOS) compliance, and ELD systems
  • Serve as primary contact for DOT audits, FMCSA reviews, and regulatory investigations
  • Monitor drug and alcohol testing programs (DOT-mandated) for compliance
  • Multi-Location Oversight
  • Oversee safety managers/coordinators at each terminal or regional location, providing guidance, training, and performance management
  • Conduct regular site visits and audits across all locations to assess compliance and identify risk
  • Standardize safety training, onboarding, and certification programs fleet-wide
  • Ensure consistent incident reporting and investigation protocols across all sites
  • Incident & Risk Management
  • Lead accident/incident investigation processes; identify root causes and corrective actions
  • Manage relationships with insurance carriers, claims adjusters, and legal counsel on safety-related matters
  • Analyze safety data and trends to proactively address risk exposure
  • Oversee vehicle maintenance compliance and equipment safety standards in coordination with fleet maintenance
  • Training & Culture
  • Develop and deliver ongoing safety training programs for drivers, dock workers, and management
  • Champion a company-wide culture of safety accountability and continuous improvement
  • Recognize and reinforce positive safety behaviors through incentive programs
  • Leadership & Administration
  • Build, mentor, and manage a team of regional/location safety managers
  • Manage the safety department's budget, staffing, and resource allocation
  • Prepare and present safety reports, trends, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership
  • Represent the company in industry associations, safety councils, and regulatory bodies
Position Requirements
Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Safety Management, Occupational Health, Logistics, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)8–10+ years of progressive experience in transportation/trucking safety, with at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing multiple locations
  • Strong knowledge of FMCSA, DOT, OSHA regulations and CSA scoring methodology
  • Skills & Competencies
  • Proven track record reducing accident rates and improving CSA scores across a multi-site fleet
  • Strong leadership and team management skills, including managing remote/distributed teams
  • Excellent analytical skills; comfortable with safety data, KPI reporting, and risk modeling
  • Strong communication skills for engaging drivers, executives, regulators, and external partners
  • Experience with DOT audits, litigation support, and insurance claims processes
  • Proficiency with fleet management/ELD/safety software systems
Certifications: (Preferred)CDS (Certified Director of Safety), CDL knowledge, OSHA 30, or similar safety certifications
Travel Requirements:
  • Frequent travel required to visit all company terminals/locations (typically 25–50%)Full-Time/Part-Time Full-TimeShift Days
  • Position Senior Director of Safety
  • Division East Coast Warehouse & Distr CorpPost Internal Days 0Created By Bernadette JaumeNumber of Openings 1Number Filled 0Exempt/Non-Exempt ExemptHiring Manager(s) Kevin Shadiack
Req Number TRA-26-00013 Open Date 9/16/2026 Location 1140 This position is currently accepting applications.
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Level

ManagerL7

Location

Elizabeth, NJ

Occupation

Occupational Health and Safety Specialists

Industry

Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Local

Posted

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