safety and compliance executive

1. Regulatory Compliance & Permitting

• FMCSA/DOT & Provincial Rules: Ensure operational compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), Department of Transportation (DOT), and provincial ministry regulations (e.g., CVOR in Ontario, MTO).
• Hours of Service (HOS) & ELD Management: Monitor Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs), review driver logbooks for violations (form/manner, HOS breaches), and issue warnings or corrective action plans.
• Permits & Registrations: Oversaw IFTA (International Fuel Tax Agreement), IRP (International Registration Plan), oversize/overweight permits, cross-border border pre-clearances (ACE/ACI, C-TPAT, FAST), and hazmat certifications.

2. Driver Onboarding, Qualification & Training

• Driver Qualification (DQ) Files: Maintain up-to-date DQ files, including commercial driver's licenses (CDL), medical examiner certificates, motor vehicle records (MVRs), and background checks.
• Safety Orientation: Conduct orientation and onboarding programs for new commercial drivers and operational staff.
• Ongoing Safety Training: Deliver mandatory training sessions covering defensive driving, cargo securement (e.g., flatbed/rolltite tarping and chaining standards), winter driving, and hazmat handling.

3. Fleet Maintenance & Inspection Audits

• DVIR Management: Review Daily Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs) for pre-trip and post-trip compliance; ensure reported defects are promptly fixed by maintenance teams.
• Out-of-Service (OOS) Prevention: Monitor vehicle maintenance schedules, CVSA inspection reports, roadside inspection results, and carrier safety ratings (e.g., CSA scores or CVOR safety points).
• Audit Preparation: Conduct regular internal audits and serve as the main point of contact during official DOT, FMCSA, or ministry safety audits.

4. Incident Management & Claims Investigation

• Accident Investigation: Lead on-site or post-incident investigations for collisions, injuries, or cargo damage to identify root causes.
• Reporting & Documentation: File required accident reports with insurance carriers, regulatory bodies, and internal management within required statutory deadlines.
• Preventability Reviews: Determine crash preventability and implement corrective action training for involved drivers.

5. Workplace Safety & Environmental Health (HSE)

• OSHA/OHSA Compliance: Enforce workplace health and safety rules across warehouses, yards, and maintenance facilities (PPE compliance, slip/fall prevention, lockout/tagout).
• Safety Committee Leadership: Chair or participate actively in Joint Health and Safety Committees (JHSC) to review workplace hazards and implement corrective policies.

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person