Fleet Safety Advisor

ZipRecruiter; Laval; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Fleet Safety Advisor to oversee compliance and safety within the fleet operations. This role involves conducting audits, training, and ensuring adherence to transportation safety regulations. The ideal candidate will be bilingual and possess strong organizational skills, with a focus on safety and compliance across Eastern Ontario and Quebec operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in Dispatching, Driver Training, Logistics Supervision, or Safety is an asset.
• Minimum Class G Licence; a Commercial Licence is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly site and shop audits to verify compliance with CVOR requirements.
• Monitor driver Hours of Service and coach drivers to prevent violations.
• Conduct collision and incident investigations and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Bilingual

Organizational Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

Grade 12 Education

Post-secondary in Law, Transport & Logistics, or HSE

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Teams

WhatsApp

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

About the job

Reporting to the Director, Fleet Safety, the Fleet Safety Advisor will support the team by providing CVOR Compliance & Education, supporting operations, and liaising between the Fleet Operations Team, Corporate HSE Team, and Operations Teams. This position is part of a larger Fleet Safety Team across Canada.

This role primarily oversees Eastern Ontario, from the Quebec border to Belleville, including Quebec Operations.

Primary Scope of Role

• Serve as a subject matter expert for CVOR, Provincial Highway Traffic Acts, Regulations, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Federal Law, and GIP Policies & Procedures related to Transportation Safety.
• Ensure GIP drivers comply with all legislation and company policies.
• Conduct weekly site and shop audits to verify documentation related to drivers, vehicles, and maintenance meets CVOR requirements.
• Monitor driver Hours of Service via paper or Geotab Drive ELD system, coaching drivers and operations to prevent violations.
• Provide detailed reports on assessments, trends, and certifications as needed.
• Conduct collision and incident investigations, implement corrective actions, and manage files from start to finish.
• Assist in developing Fleet Safety training content, Policies, Procedures, and SWPs.
• Re-train GIP drivers proactively or remedially to reinforce safety policies and improve driving skills.

Specific Duties

• Act as the main 24/7 contact for CVOR, Highway Traffic Acts, Regulations, Dangerous Goods, Federal Law, and GIP Policies & Procedures.
• Conduct field observations or ride-alongs with assessments and feedback to drivers and management.
• Perform early morning yard visits to observe pre-trip inspections, answer questions, and conduct safety talks.
• Review incident reports related to collisions, public incidents, and CVOR matters, ensuring proper corrective actions.
• Organize and deliver classroom and practical courses on topics like CVOR Awareness, Defensive Driving, Cargo Securement, Pre-Trip Inspections, Electronic Logs, etc.
• Monitor weekly GPS safety scores and re-train high-risk drivers, assigning online training as needed.
• Adapt to a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
• Travel overnight or long distances to GIP sites.
• Flex working hours to meet operational needs, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
• Balance fieldwork and administrative duties regularly.
• Meet data compilation deadlines for team reports weekly, monthly, and quarterly.

Position Requirements

• Minimum Grade 12 Education.
• Reside within 1.5 hours of Ottawa.
• Post-secondary education in Law, Transport & Logistics, or HSE is an asset.
• Experience in Dispatching, Driver Training, Logistics Supervision, or Safety is an asset.
• Bilingual (Basic French and English, written and oral).
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, WhatsApp, PowerPoint.
• Comfortable using smartphones and safety management apps for field visits.
• Clean Drivers Abstract with no demerit points.
• Minimum Class G Licence; a Commercial Licence is an asset.
• Experience with ELD systems, especially GeoTab Drive.
• Strong understanding of CVOR, Pre-Trips, Hours of Service, and Ontario Highway Traffic Act.
• Aptitude for learning and problem-solving.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and access vehicles as needed.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Seek clarification when needed.
• Results-driven and adaptable to a fast environment.
• Analytical and outcome-focused mindset.
• Resourceful and versatile in overcoming challenges.
• Effective communicator and approachable personality.