Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Safety Manager to oversee and continuously improve safety performance across our transportation fleet and industrial operations in Hamilton, Ontario.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in commercial trucking, a valid Ontario AZ driver's licence and a minimum of 1 million miles of professional commercial driving experience.

This is not strictly an administrative safety position. We require someone who understands the realities of operating commercial vehicles, can conduct driver road tests, investigate incidents, work directly with drivers and management, and implement practical improvements that reduce accidents, improve compliance and increase operational efficiency.

The successful candidate must be highly organized, computer proficient, an excellent communicator and capable of managing both field-level safety activities and detailed administrative reporting.

Key Responsibilities

1. Fleet Safety & Driver Management

- Conduct road tests and practical driving evaluations for new and existing commercial drivers.
- Perform regular driver observations, ride-along and field safety assessments.
- Identify unsafe driving behaviours and develop corrective actions, coaching and retraining programs.
- Work closely with Operations Management to improve driver performance, safety standards and fleet efficiency.
- Monitor driver compliance with company policies, operating procedures and applicable transportation regulations.
- Develop and recommend updated driving procedures and operational improvements based on field observations.
- Promote a safety-first culture while maintaining an understanding of operational demands.

2. Accident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis

- Lead and coordinate investigations into vehicle accidents, workplace incidents, near misses and safety-related complaints.
- Complete detailed incident reports, including supporting photographs, statements, documentation and recommendations.
- Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) using methods such as fishbone diagrams, the 5 Whys and other recognized investigation techniques.
- Identify contributing factors, underlying causes and opportunities for prevention.
- Work collaboratively with Operations Management and Human Resources to establish corrective and preventative actions.
- Track investigation findings and ensure corrective actions are completed and properly documented.
- Provide high-level incident summaries and recommendations to senior management.

3. Fleet Monitoring & Safety Technology

- Utilize fleet management platforms such as Motive and KeepTruckin to monitor driver behaviour, vehicle activity and overall fleet safety performance.
- Review fleet safety scorecards, driving events, vehicle data and safety trends.
- Identify high-risk drivers, recurring violations and opportunities for improvement.
- Prepare weekly and monthly reports highlighting safety performance, incident trends, corrective actions and opportunities for improvement.
- Recommend improvements to fleet safety monitoring systems, processes and reporting.
- Work with Operations Management to establish measurable safety targets and performance indicators.

4. Compliance, CVOR & Regulatory Matters

- Support compliance with Ontario's Commercial Vehicle Operator's Registration (CVOR) requirements, Highway Traffic Act and other applicable transportation and workplace safety regulations.
- Monitor CVOR performance, violations, inspections and opportunities to improve the company's safety record.
- Review minor transportation infractions, tickets and compliance matters.
- Attend court or regulatory proceedings when required and, where legally permitted, represent or support the company in defending minor CVOR-related charges and infractions.
- Organize supporting evidence, driver records, vehicle records and documentation for compliance matters.
- Work with management and external legal representatives when necessary.
- Help ensure the company remains prepared for regulatory inspections, audits and compliance reviews.

5. Safety Policies, SOPs & Continuous Improvement

- Review, develop and update company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), safety policies and safe work practices.
- Conduct regular job observations involving commercial drivers and industrial employees.




- Identify gaps in existing procedures and recommend practical improvements to reduce risk and increase safety efficiency.
- Work with Operations Management to implement updated processes, training and operational controls.
- Participate in safety initiatives, audits, inspections and improvement projects.
- Support safety training, employee awareness and ongoing communication of company safety expectations.
- Identify opportunities to reduce incidents, administrative inefficiencies and unnecessary operational risks.

6. Disciplinary Actions & Employee Accountability

- Investigate safety-related employee concerns, violations and non-compliance.
- Prepare professional written warnings, disciplinary recommendations and supporting documentation.
- Work directly with Human Resources and Operations Management to ensure corrective and disciplinary actions are fair, consistent and properly documented.
- Assist in developing driver improvement plans and follow-up evaluations.
- Maintain accurate records of coaching, retraining, warnings and corrective actions.

7. Safety Administration, Documentation & Reporting

- Maintain accurate safety records, driver qualification files, training records, investigation reports and compliance documentation.
- Manage and maintain employee and driver job qualification matrices, including required certifications, licences, training and competency records.
- Develop and maintain tracking spreadsheets, checklists and compliance schedules.
- Ensure all records have appropriate electronic copies, scanned backups and supporting documentation.
- Complete manual paperwork entries and maintain accurate electronic records.
- Prepare professional emails, written reports, investigation summaries and management presentations.
- Produce detailed weekly and monthly safety reports with high-level executive summaries.
- Track outstanding safety actions, deadlines, inspections and compliance requirements.
- Ensure information is organized, readily accessible and suitable for management review or regulatory audits.

8. Joint Health & Safety Committee & Industrial Safety

- Actively participate in the company's Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC).
- Support workplace inspections, hazard assessments, incident reviews and safety recommendations.
- Work within an active industrial environment involving commercial vehicles, equipment, maintenance activities and general industrial operations.
- Collaborate with supervisors, drivers, mechanics, industrial workers and management to address workplace hazards.
- Assist in implementing preventative safety measures and improvements across transportation and industrial operations.
- Promote employee involvement and accountability in maintaining a safe workplace.

9. Emergency Response & On-Call Availability

- Be available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to respond to serious accidents, emergencies and urgent safety-related matters as required.
- Provide direction and support to drivers and Operations Management following accidents or significant incidents.
- Coordinate incident documentation, investigations, reporting and necessary follow-up.
- Attend accident scenes or operational locations when required.
- Exercise sound judgment and professionalism when handling urgent or sensitive situations.

Required Qualifications

Mandatory Requirements

- Valid Ontario Class AZ driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
- Minimum 1 million miles of professional commercial truck driving experience.
- Extensive practical knowledge of commercial transportation and fleet safety.
- Proven ability to conduct commercial driver road tests and competency evaluations.
- Experience conducting accident investigations and root cause analysis.
- Strong knowledge of Ontario CVOR requirements, transportation regulations and commercial vehicle safety.
- Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and electronic document management.




- Strong written communication skills, with the ability to prepare skilled reports, emails, SOPs and investigation summaries.
- Experience reviewing safety performance data and developing corrective action plans.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities and meet reporting deadlines.
- Willingness to work in both office and industrial environments.
- Ability to respond to urgent safety matters outside regular business hours.

Preferred Qualifications

- Previous experience as a Transportation Safety Manager, Fleet Safety Manager or similar position.
- Experience using Motive, KeepTruckin or comparable fleet management systems.
- Familiarity with fishbone analysis, 5 Whys and formal RCA methodologies.
- Experience preparing documentation for CVOR matters, regulatory reviews or court proceedings.
- Knowledge of Ontario's Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA).
- Experience participating in a Joint Health and Safety Committee.
- Formal health and safety training, certifications or related professional development.
- Experience managing training matrices, qualification records and compliance tracking systems.

Key Skills & Personal Attributes We are looking for an individual who is:

- Hands-on and practical: Understands trucking and industrial operations from real-world experience.
- Safety-oriented: Committed to preventing accidents and protecting employees, equipment and the company.
- Analytical: Able to identify patterns, investigate incidents and determine underlying causes.
- Organized: Capable of managing extensive documentation, spreadsheets, compliance records and reporting requirements.
- Computer proficient: Comfortable using technology to improve safety monitoring and administrative efficiency.
- A strong communicator: Able to communicate effectively with drivers, management, HR and external regulatory parties.
- Accountable: Comfortable making difficult decisions and addressing unsafe behaviours.
- Solutions-focused: Able to recommend improvements that are practical, measurable and operationally effective.
- Professional: Capable of representing the company appropriately during investigations, regulatory matters and court proceedings.

Performance Expectations The successful candidate will be expected to deliver measurable improvements in the following areas:

- Reduction in preventable vehicle accidents and workplace incidents.
- Improvement in driver safety scores and overall fleet performance.
- Reduction in CVOR violations and regulatory infractions.
- Timely completion of accident investigations and root cause analyses.
- Completion and tracking of corrective and preventative actions.
- Improved accuracy and organization of safety documentation and training records.
- Regular updates to SOPs and safety procedures.
- Consistent delivery of meaningful weekly and monthly management reports.
- Identification and implementation of ongoing safety and operational efficiencies.

Why Join Our Team? This is an opportunity for an experienced transportation professional to take ownership of safety initiatives and have a direct impact on a busy transportation and industrial operation.

We are looking for someone who can go beyond simply enforcing rules and completing paperwork. The right individual will work alongside our drivers, Operations Management and Human Resources team to build a stronger safety culture, improve fleet performance and introduce practical solutions that make our operations safer and more efficient.

The ideal candidate is an experienced AZ driver who has transitioned into safety leadership and combines real-world trucking knowledge with strong investigative, administrative and management skills.

Pay: $70,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:
- Hamilton, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):
- Have a minimum of 1 million miles of professional commercial driving experience

Experience:
- OHSA: 1 year (preferred)
- CVOR: 1 year (preferred)
- a Joint Health and Safety Committee: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
- Air Brake Endorsement (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Safety Manager (Transportation & Industrial Operations) (Canada)
🏢 Trucking Hamilton
📍 Canada