Region Safety Manager

FerrellGas; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Disability insurance

401(k) with match

PTO & parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Employee discounts

Propane savings

Job summary

Ferrellgas in Chester, VA is seeking a Region Safety Manager to lead safety training programs across Blue Rhino Distribution. The role travels about 50% to support field locations and ensures compliance with DOT, FMCSA, PHMSA, OSHA standards.

You will oversee safety audits, driver coaching, and incident investigations while collaborating with field management to reduce injuries and incidents and to maintain a culture of safety and regulatory excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in operations management, business administration, or related field.
• 3+ years of related experience.
• Propane experience.
• Class B CDL with hazmat and tanker endorsements required.
• Working knowledge of DOT guidelines and regulations.
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Ability to study, learn, and apply code requirements as needed.
• Highly motivated with excellent communication and time management skills.
• Ability to plan in detail and lead by example.
• Citizen or authorized to work in the United States; no sponsorship needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of Samsara telematics program deployment and driver coaching.
• Reduce fleet-related incidents through data-driven coaching.
• Oversee safety training programs within Blue Rhino Distribution.
• Manage Safety Audits and Service Center Checklist Program.
• Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, ELD/HOS, and PHMSA rules.
• Provide guidance to Field Management on safety deficiency trends.
• Participate in due diligence assessments for acquisitions.
• Support policy development related to Blue Rhino Distribution.
• Conduct incident investigations.
• Assist DHS Programs administration in the region.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Leadership

Problem solving

Time management

Attention to detail

Safety regulations

Adaptability

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in operations management, business administration, or related field

Job description

Region Safety Manager

Job Locations: US-VA-Chester

Overview

Ferrellgas was recently recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Most Trustworthy Companies for 2025 - and that trust starts with our people. This position is responsible for safety training programs within Blue Rhino Distribution . The Region Safety Manager manages a variety of quality review and compliance programs, ensuring that employees are trained timely and in accordance to company standards. This position requires extensive travel approximately 50% of the time within the assigned region

Why You'll Love Working Here

At Ferrellgas, we're committed to supporting our team with benefits that promote health, financial security, and personal growth:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, accident, and critical illness insurance


• Income Protection: Company-provided short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D


• Financial Wellness: 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Health Savings Account (HSA)


• Time Off & Family Support: Paid Time Off (PTO), parental leave, and tuition reimbursement


• Wellness & Assistance Programs: Wellness program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Medicare support


• Employee Perks: Referral program, employee discount programs, and propane savings

Responsibilities

• Oversight of the Samsara telematics program, including device deployment and configuration, driver behavior monitoring (harsh braking, speeding, distracted driving), GPS/asset tracking, and HOS/ELD compliance, using data-driven insights to drive coaching initiatives and reduce fleet-related incidents.


• Reduce musculoskeletal injury rates through proactive ergonomic assessments, possible task redesign, and targeted employee training.


• Responsible for oversight of the overall Ferrellgas/Blue Rhino technical training program within Blue Rhino Distribution. Includes the following areas: initial, refresher, OJTs, Certified Skills Evaluator Program (CSE), Certified Driver Program (CDT).


• Manages Blue Rhino Distribution Quality Review program. Responsible for performing Safety Audits, oversees the Service Center Checklist Program, and monitors the documentation process to ensure all safety related programs are in compliance.


• Manages Blue Rhino Distribution Compliance program including:
  
  
  
  • DOT
    
    
    
    • FMCSA
    
    
    • ELD / HOS
    
    
    • Driver
    
    
    • Vehicle
    
    
    
    
  
  
  • PHMSA
    
    
    
    • Cylinders
    
    
    
    
  
  
  • OSHA
  
  
  • DHS
  
  
  • Safety Technologies
  
  
  
  


• Provides guidance to Field Management on ways to improve Service Center \"Safety\" deficiency trends.


• Participates in the due diligence assessments for acquisition candidates.


• Acts as an expert concerning the Safety and Technical Support sections , and any local regulations. (NFPA, IFC, State and local Government)


• Participates in any new policy development related to Blue Rhino Distribution.


• Provides technical assistance as needed to field locations.


• Conducts incident investigations..


• Assists Corporate Safety with administration and monitoring of DHS Programs in the region.


• Member of the EAC.


• Completes special projects as assigned by Corporate Safety periodically.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in operations management, business administration, or a related field is preferred.


• 3+ years of related experience.


• Propane experience.


• Class B CDL license with hazmat and tanker endorsements required.


• Working knowledge of DOT guidelines and regulations.


• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.


• Demonstrates ability to implement and manage compliance requirements.


• Ability to study, learn, and apply code requirements as needed.


• Highly motivated individual.


• Excellent interpersonal, communication, analytical, and time management skills.


• Ability to formulate and direct data analyses pertaining to field operations processes to identify problems and resolutions.


• Experience taking care of assets.


• Ability to plan in detail and communicate the detailed plan.


• Ability to organize and motivate in leading by example.


• Ability to thrive in a constantly changing environment and consistently meet tight deadlines


• Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States


• Applicants must not now, or any time in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa.

Why Ferrellgas?

At Ferrellgas we're honored to be part of tight-knit communities across America and thousands of customers' lives. From our nationwide charitable partnerships with Operation Warm and Operation BBQ Relief to fundraisers for local schools, fire departments, veteran organizations and more, we are always looking for ways to give back to the communities we live in and serve.

Hear from our current employees and discover the people behind Ferrellgas: Employee Testimonials