Rail Safety Manager - DOT Compliance & Training

American Track; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

North American Rail Solutions (NARS) is seeking a Safety Manager to lead safety initiatives across our regional projects. You will ensure a safe workplace, develop policies, conduct training, and maintain regulatory compliance with DOT, FMCSA, PHMSA, FRA and EPA.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years in safety management for large-scale operations, holds safety certifications, and can foster a culture of safety with strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of environmental regulations and policies.
• Strong understanding of DOT regulations and industry best practices.
• Ability to develop and deliver effective safety training programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conducts safety meetings, audits, and inspections to ensure compliance, evaluate performance, identify corrective action, and implement follow up assessments.
• Plans, implements, and conducts preventative care, safety, and compliance training programs.
• Plans, implements, manages, and maintains comprehensive environmental safety & health programs on premises or at project site locations.
• Provides project management team with guidance on health and safety and confirms project site fulfils industry, local, state, and federal guidelines and regulations.
• Collaborates with management to develop an Emergency Action Plan and serve as primary contact for project site injury and incident notification, investigation, and case management.

Skills

DOT regulations

Safety training

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Safety culture

Education

BS in EHS

Safety Certifications

Tools

MS Office

Job description

North American Rail Solutions (NARS) is seeking a Safety Manager to lead safety initiatives across our regional projects. You will ensure a safe workplace, develop policies, conduct training, and maintain regulatory compliance with DOT, FMCSA, PHMSA, FRA and EPA.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years in safety management for large-scale operations, holds safety certifications, and can foster a culture of safety with strong communication and organizational skills.