Manager Fleet Safety and Training - Atlanta, GA - APG Corporate

Job ID:  493844

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is the leading provider of outdoor living solutions in North America with an award-winning portfolio that enables customers to Live Well Outside. Inspiring endless possibilities with enduring performance, its collection of premier building products create inviting outdoor spaces where people connect, reflect and recharge. The manufacturer’s signature brands include Belgard® and Echelon® hardscape and masonry materials; Barrette Outdoor Living® and MoistureShield® fencing, decking and railing; Sakrete® and Amerimix® packaged concrete and mortar; Techniseal® sands, jointing technologies and surface protectors; PebbleTec® pool finishes; plus popular brands of landscape and gardening materials.     

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director of Logistics Support.  The primary responsibility is leading and supporting the safety function related to APG’s Transportation operations. This role is responsible for developing and implementing enterprise-wide fleet safety, training programs, and driver recruitment strategies.   This position will interact and support the regional and local fleet operations managers to improve fleet safety, training, and regulatory compliance.  The individual in this position will collaborate and work closely with the broader risk and safety organization within APG.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the fleet’s safety and compliance processes for APG’s Transportation operations. 

• Promote a positive safety culture that rewards and recognizes safe driving behaviors.

• Standardize fleet safety policies and driver handbook.

• Introduce and provide training programs and professional development of team members and drivers.

• Ensures overall compliance with state and federal regulations regarding the company’s transportation and fleet operations including driver qualification files, hours of service, and DOT drug and alcohol program.

• Collaborate and participate in APG EHS leader meetings regarding behavioral safety and organizational policies and practices.      

• Manage the successful adherence to FMCSA Safety Management System - Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs). Ensure system data is correct and file Data Q’s as needed. Communicate results and trends to transportation leadership and work collaboratively to improve results.

• Provide performance reports on a regimented cadence and collaborate with Fleet Operations to identify drivers requiring additional training and education.  

• Work with operations on fleet safety awareness, education, and incentive programs.

• Develop standardized driver safety incentive programs in collaboration with local and regional leadership. 

• Partner with local and regional operations leadership to implement action plans to mitigate vehicle accidents and work-related injuries.

• Work with local, regional operations, and EHS leaders as needed to identify driver safety and regulatory issues and reinforce driver performance improvement programs.

• Develop job/site specific training requirements based on application (Tarping, walking floor, curtain side, end dump, pneumatic dry bulk, fork delivery, doubles, etc.).

• Identify, develop, and collaborate with the recruiting center on recruiting strategies that align with the organization’s values, performance, and safety culture.

• Develop strategies to increase the number of qualified drivers applying to position needs.

• Conduct and train local operations on fleet equipment audits and vendor audits to ensure compliance with regulations at site level.

• Conduct and administer mock DOT compliance audits to identify areas for improvement.

• Oversees and implements company’s accident investigation process including coordination of reporting, investigation, documentation, and management.

• Administer “train the trainer” defensive driving training program across APG. 

• Partner and select third party compliance and safety companies utilized to maintain fleet regulatory compliance including driver qualification files, IFTA/IRP filings, DOT drug and alcohol testing, and training.

• Supervise, consult, and collaborate with national, regional, and local operational leadership to improve safety, training, and recruiting.

• Work with regulators, third party suppliers, and risk/safety teams on managing safety behavior and performance.

Requirements

• Must demonstrate ability to utilize multiple programs to analyze data and financials including but not limited to MS Office Programs, Tableau, other financial reporting programs

• Highly effective oral and written communication skills required

• Ability to understand and follow complex verbal and written instructions

• The ability to lead, train, collaborate, and influence operations to improve safety performance

• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local fleet and safety requirements (DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, EPA, etc.)

• Knowledge and experience with transportation systems and technology including but not limited to:  Motive, Lytx DriveCam, Oracle Transportation Mgmt., Omnitracs, etc.

• Ability to travel at varying frequencies and work irregular hours as needed to interface with drivers and fleet operations

• Proven ability to develop relationships and to work with teams as both a leader and a participant

• Class A CDL preferred

• Ability to travel up to 50%

• BS degree in Logistics, Transportation, or Supply Chain, or related field preferred

• 10+ years of fleet safety or transportation management experience

• Certified Safety Professional or related safety designation preferred

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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