Safety Coordinator- Driver Hiring

Charger Logistics Inc; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive benefits program

Opportunities for professional growth

Dynamic and collaborative work enviro​

Culture of safety and success

Job summary

Charger Logistics Inc. in Montreal, QC is seeking a Safety Coordinator- Driver Hiring to lead full-cycle driver recruitment, onboarding, safety training, and compliance within the Montreal Terminal team.

The role partners with Operations, Safety, and Compliance to attract top driving talent while upholding DOT/FMCSA regulations, Hours of Service, and company safety standards, fostering a culture of safety and operational excellence across Canada and the United States.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in transportation safety, driver training, recruitment, or compliance.
• Experience recruiting drivers across Canada and the United States is required.
• Strong knowledge of DOT/FMCSA regulations, Hours of Service, and transportation compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for Class 1/CDL drivers, including sourcing, screening, and onboarding.
• Coordinate driver orientations, safety training, and ongoing coaching programs.
• Ensure compliance with DOT/FMCSA regulations, HOS, and company safety policies.
• Investigate incidents and support safety initiatives to reduce risk.
• Collaborate with Operations, Safety, and Compliance teams to support terminal performance.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Charger Logistics Inc. is a world-class asset-based carrier with locations across North America. With over 20 years of experience providing the best logistics solutions, Charger Logistics has evolved into a leading transportation and logistics provider and continues to grow across Canada and the United States.

We are currently seeking a Safety Coordinator- Driver Hiring to join our Montreal, QC Terminal team. This role is responsible for full-cycle driver recruitment, onboarding, driver training, safety compliance, and fostering a culture of safety and operational excellence. The successful candidate will work closely with Operations, Safety, and Compliance teams to attract top driving talent while ensuring adherence to transportation regulations and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for Class 1/CDL drivers, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding candidates.
• Maintain a strong pipeline of qualified drivers through job boards, referrals, networking, and other recruiting channels.
• Verify driver qualifications, licenses, background information, and required hiring documentation.
• Conduct driver orientations, road evaluations, safety training, and ongoing coaching programs.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, DOT/FMCSA regulations, Hours of Service (HOS), and transportation safety standards.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and injuries, completing required reports and recommending corrective actions.
• Perform safety inspections and support accident prevention, driver engagement, and safety awareness initiatives.
• Facilitate regular safety meetings and promote a culture of safety, compliance, and driver welfare.
• Work closely with Operations, Safety, and Compliance teams to support terminal performance and driver retention

• 3 to 5 years of experience in transportation safety, driver training, recruitment, or compliance.
• Previous experience in driver recruitment and safety coordination within the trucking industry is preferred.
• Experience recruiting drivers across Canada and the United States is required.
• Strong knowledge of DOT regulations, FMCSA requirements, Hours of Service (HOS), driver qualification files, and transportation compliance standards.
• Solid understanding of the trucking and logistics industry.
• Experience conducting driver orientations, road evaluations, and safety training programs.
• Truck driving experience is considered a strong asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety excellence.

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits program
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment
• Join an industry-leading transportation company with a strong culture of safety and success

If you are passionate about driver recruitment, safety, training, and compliance, and become part of Charger Logistics' growing Calgary team.