Fleet Safety Leader: Strategy, Compliance & Culture

TOTE Resources LLC; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

TOTE Services, a leader in ship management, seeks a Director of Fleet Safety to guide daily HSQE operations from Jacksonville. You will drive safety culture, oversee audits, and ensure regulatory compliance across vessels and shoreside teams.

The role requires a strong background in safety, quality, and environmental management, with shipping industry experience and the ability to lead cross-functional teams.”

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marine transportation, engineering, safety or similar field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years in leadership/management at director level.
• 5+ years in safety, quality and environmental management systems.
• Shipboard experience preferred.
• Experience with government agencies and unionized labor preferred.
• Must possess DOD SECRET clearance and eligible for TOP SECRET clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily activities within the HSQE department and report to the VP, HSQE.
• Oversee audits and ensure compliance with DOC requirements for vessels.
• Drive SQEMM oversight, annual reviews, and DOC audits for managed vessels.
• Develop and approve safety policies and procedures for personnel and vessels.
• Coordinate emergency response updates and potential Alternate Designated Person Ashore duties.
• Support Maritime Safety Managers and fleet engagement activities.
• Oversee injury investigations and corrective action processes.
• Analyze safety, quality, and environmental data for KPIs and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Safety management

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Communication skills

Shipboard operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in marine transportation, engineering, safety or similar field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

TOTE Services, a leader in ship management, seeks a Director of Fleet Safety to guide daily HSQE operations from Jacksonville. You will drive safety culture, oversee audits, and ensure regulatory compliance across vessels and shoreside teams.

The role requires a strong background in safety, quality, and environmental management, with shipping industry experience and the ability to lead cross-functional teams.”