Manager, Safe Fleet Process Owner

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Leeds

Hybrid

GBP 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

DePuy Synthes seeks a Manager, Safe Fleet Process Owner to lead global fleet and road safety programs, ensure compliance, and guide continuous improvement in transportation safety. Based in Leeds, UK, you will partner across functions to protect employees and contractors worldwide.

You will develop policies, oversee incident investigations, analyze KPIs, train drivers, and manage regulatory compliance across regions, with 20–30% travel and a focus on emissions reductions and safety excellence.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Engineering, Transportation, or related field.
6-8+ years in fleet/road safety management or EHS.
Experience with incident investigation and corrective action.
Expertise in fleet safety regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain global fleet and road safety policies, procedures, and standards.
Lead incident investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action processes for fleet/road safety events.
Analyze fleet safety data, trends, and KPIs; report findings to senior leadership and recommend improvements.
Coordinate driver training, qualification, and safety awareness programs across all regions.
Manage compliance with applicable transportation, road safety, and fleet regulations.

Skills

Fleet safety regulations

Cross-functional leadership

Incident investigation

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory compliance

Driver management

Sustainability/eco-driving

Strategic vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety/Engineering/Transportation

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Function:

Environmental Health, Safety (EH&S) and Facilities Services (FS)

Job Sub Function:

Environmental Health & Safety

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Description:

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a(n) Manager, Safe Fleet Process Owner located in New Brunswick, New Jersey, Raynham, Massachusetts, West Chester, Pennsylvania, Warsaw, Indiana, Cork, Ireland, or Leeds, UK.

Please note that this role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements. While you are welcome to apply to any or all of the postings, we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s):

US - Requisition Number: R-072514

UK - Requisition Number:R-073350

Ireland - Requisition Number: R-073354

Remember, whether you apply to one or all of these requisition numbers, your applications will be considered as a single submission.

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.

The Manager, Fleet/Road Safety is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing global fleet and road safety programs to ensure compliance, reduce risk, and direct continuous improvement in transportation safety performance. This role leadscross-functional initiatives to protect employees, contractors, and the public, and supports businessobjectivesthrough effective risk management and regulatory compliance.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

30% – Develop, implement, and maintain global fleet and road safety policies, procedures, and standards.
20% – Lead incident investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action processes for fleet/road safety events.
15% – Analyze fleet safety data, trends, and KPIs; report findings to senior leadership and recommend improvements.
15% – Coordinate driver training, qualification, and safety awareness programs across all regions.
10% – Manage compliance with applicable transportation, road safety, and fleet regulations (local, regional, global).
5% – Collaborate with procurement, operations, and HR to ensure safe vehicle selection, maintenance, and driver management.
5% – Support sustainability initiatives related to fleet operations (e.g., emissions reduction, eco-driving)

Other Duties

Participate in EHS&S audits and assessments
Develop and mentor regional office/deliver/fleet specialists and commercial leaders/teams by providing technical training, expertiseand solutions
Develop, implement and help coordinate road safety training modules and coordinate regional trainings with regional office/deliver/fleet specialists
Support crisis management and emergency response related to fleet incidents
Represent the company in external fleet safety forumsand industry group

Required Qualifications

Required Minimum Education:Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Engineering, Transportation, or related field
Required Years of Related Experience:6-8+ years in fleet/road safety management or EHS

Required Knowledge,Skillsand Abilities:

Expertisein fleet safety regulations and standards
Ability to work in a cross-regional, cross-sector, and cross-functional teamStrong analytical and data management skills
Experience with incident investigation and corrective action
Effective communication and stakeholder engagement
Strategic vendor/supplier managementskills
Valid driver license andgood drivinghistoryrequired.

Travelonthe Job

Travel Required:Yes
Percentage Traveled:20-30%
Type of Travel Required:Domestic and international site visits, audits, and training

People Management Experience

People Management Experience Required:No
Required Years of People Management Experience:NA

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Minimum Education:Master’s degree in relevant field

Preferred Knowledge,Skillsand Abilities:

Experience in global fleet safety programs
Familiarity with sustainability and emissions reduction strategies
Certification in road safety or fleet management (e.g., CSP, CSM, Fleet Safety Certification)

For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness,careerand life journey, please visit www.careers.jnj.com.

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