Fleet & Warehouse Safety Leader — DOT/OSHA Expert

RXO, Inc.; Hebron Estates (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Pre-tax accounts

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

RXO, Inc. is seeking a Fleet & Warehouse Safety Manager to lead safety and compliance across our regional operations.

You will oversee safety administration teams, manage OSHA and FMCSA/DOT programs, and partner with drivers, warehouse staff, and leadership to foster a culture of safety. You will develop programs, conduct audits and investigations, maintain records, and coordinate with vendors and third‑party safety partners.

Qualifications

• 5+ years related experience in transportation/logistics.
• Experience with FMCSA/DOT 49 CFR and OSHA 29 CFR regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate safety programs and policies that support DOT/FMCSA and OSHA compliance across terminals, drivers, and dock operations.
• Collaborate with terminal, drivers and field leadership to strengthen a proactive safety culture with measurable criteria.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local transportation and workplace safety regulations.
• Lead accident investigations, perform root cause analyses, and ensure timely corrective actions.
• Maintain OSHA records, manage injury reporting, and support workers’ compensation coordination.
• Conduct audits of qualification files, accident files, roadside inspection documentation, and driver compliance records.
• Support driver qualification and compliance programs, including CDL and CSA monitoring, ELOG compliance.
• Facilitate new hire and refresher safety training for drivers, warehouse personnel, and field staff.
• Serve as a key point of contact for third‑party safety and compliance vendors, ensuring data integrity and reporting accuracy.
• Assist with safety reporting to leadership and customers with clear, actionable metrics.
• Assist with regulatory filings as needed.

Skills

Safety program development

OSHA compliance

FMCSA/DOT knowledge

Accident investigations

Driver qualification

Training delivery

Data reporting

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety, Transportation or related field

Job description

RXO, Inc. is seeking a Fleet & Warehouse Safety Manager to lead safety and compliance across our regional operations.

You will oversee safety administration teams, manage OSHA and FMCSA/DOT programs, and partner with drivers, warehouse staff, and leadership to foster a culture of safety. You will develop programs, conduct audits and investigations, maintain records, and coordinate with vendors and third‑party safety partners.