Rail Mechanical Safety, Training & Compliance Manager

R. J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC; Nicholasville (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

PTO Accrual

8 Paid Holidays

401K Employer Match

Paid Maternity Leave

Group Life Insurance

Employee Discounts

Job summary

R. J. Corman Railroad Company is seeking a Manager of Mechanical Training & Operating Compliance in Nicholasville, KY. The role leads mechanical safety programs, develops training, and ensures compliance with FRA, OSHA, GCOR, and AAR standards.

Responsibilities include audits, incident investigations, and implementing safety initiatives with mechanical leadership. Travel up to 80% may be required; strong communication and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Engineering, Railroad Operations, or related field.
• Railroad management or operations experience.
• Experience delivering technical and safety training.
• Experience conducting audits, incident investigations, and compliance reviews.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support mechanical safety programs across railroad operations.
• Develop and deliver safety training for mechanical employees and oversee training records, certifications, and compliance requirements.
• Ensure compliance with FRA, OSHA, GCOR, AAR and company safety standards.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, job observations, and compliance reviews.
• Lead investigations involving incidents, injuries, accidents, and near misses; identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Partner with mechanical leadership to implement safety initiatives, policies, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Monitor regulatory changes and recommend updates to safety programs and procedures.
• Analyze safety performance metrics and prepare compliance reports.
• Participate in risk assessments and hazard mitigation activities.
• Support special projects, emergency response efforts, and other duties as assigned.
• Travel up to 80% as business needs require.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Training delivery

Audits & investigations

Safety program leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety/Engineering/Railroad Operations or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

R. J. Corman Railroad Company is seeking a Manager of Mechanical Training & Operating Compliance in Nicholasville, KY. The role leads mechanical safety programs, develops training, and ensures compliance with FRA, OSHA, GCOR, and AAR standards.

Responsibilities include audits, incident investigations, and implementing safety initiatives with mechanical leadership. Travel up to 80% may be required; strong communication and leadership skills are essential.