Regional Director Of Safety

Jobtome; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 124,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Sick days

Holidays

Standard benefits package

Job summary

Transdev—a leading North American mobility company—seeks a Regional Safety Director for the Northwest. The role guides regional safety performance, builds a safety culture, and collaborates with local teams to protect employees and passengers. Based in Northern California or willing to relocate, you will lead initiatives and ensure safe service delivery.

Competitive compensation with full benefits. Must travel regionally and support continuous safety improvements within the Northwest region.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of safety and/or transportation experience.
• Deep knowledge of OSHA/regulatory standards.
• Collision investigation training.
• Proficient in MS Office and corporate databases.
• Strong leadership and safety-change driver abilities.

Responsibilities

• Measure and monitor compliance with policies/regulations and ensure training meets guidelines.
• Coordinate safety initiatives, rollout programs, and regional activities.
• Collect regional data for monthly safety reports and ensure timeliness.
• Analyze safety events and ensure proper follow-up and documentation.
• Identify safety trends and recommend corrective actions.
• Train local trainers, safety personnel, and managers.
• Develop regional materials such as procedures and safety alerts.
• Collaborate with Risk Department on injuries and collisions.

Skills

Leadership

OSHA standards

Safety program management

Data analysis

Fleet transportation management

Public safety awareness

Train-the-trainer

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Two years of college

State/Provincial Instructor Certification

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Corporate databases

Job description

Regional Safety Director - Northwest Region

Transdev, North America's leading mobility company, is seeking a Regional Safety Director (RSD) to support our Northwest region. This role plays a critical part in advancing Transdev's safety culture by proactively managing safety performance and ensuring the delivery of safe, reliable service across the region. As a key strategic partner, the RSD will lead safety initiatives, guide local teams, and support continuous improvement efforts to protect employees, passengers, and the communities we serve. To be considered, candidates must be based in Northern California or demonstrate a willingness to relocate.

Competitive compensation package

minimum $124,000 - maximum $154,000

Benefits

• Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
• Sick days: 5 days
• Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability

Benefits may vary depending on location policy. The above represents the standard Corporate Policy.

Key Responsibilities

• Measure and monitor compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable regulations including FTA, FMCSA, DOT, OSHA/OHS, DHS, and client requirements. Ensure training meets Transdev guidelines and industry’s best practices.
• Coordinate support, rollout, and project management for new safety initiatives, training programs, and safety-related activities within the region.
• Collect and manage regional data to complete monthly safety reports; ensure accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
• Partner with local teams to analyze all safety events—including injuries and serious incidents—and ensure appropriate follow-up and documentation.
• Identify safety trends and recommend corrective actions based on data, patterns, and operational insight.
• Train local trainers, safety personnel, and managers on all safety programs and requirements.
• Assist in developing and updating regional written materials such as procedures, safety posters, safety alerts, lesson plans, and presentations.
• Collaborate with the Risk Department to support management and legal processes related to injuries and collisions in the region.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Two (2) years of college strongly preferred
• Minimum 10 years of safety and/or transportation experience
• Deep knowledge of OSHA/regulatory standards
• Collision investigation training
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in fleet transportation management
• State/Provincial Instructor Certification in at least one state/province within the region
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and corporate databases
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate others and drive behavioral safety changes

Physical Requirements

• Sit, stand, and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Travel frequently within the Midwest region, including driving or riding in company vehicles, visiting transit properties, and conducting on-site safety inspections.
• Occasionally lift, carry, or move materials and equipment up to 25 pounds.
• Navigate transit facilities, maintenance shops, yards, and active operational environments, including uneven surfaces, stairs, and outdoor areas in varying weather conditions.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), such as safety vests, hard hats, safety glasses, and protective footwear during site visits.
• Conduct on-site accident or incident investigations, which may involve bending, crouching, standing for long periods, and accessing restricted areas.
• Communicate effectively in office and field environments, including clear verbal communication, hearing standard conversation levels, and viewing documents, screens, and operational areas.

Drug-free workplace

Applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Job Details

Job Category: Management; Job Type: Full Time; Work Type: Remote.

About Transdev

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles. Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev - the mobility company - empowers the freedom to move everyday thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at www.TransdevNA.Com or watch an overview video at https://youtu.be/ilO5cv0G4mQ.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.

Safe Site Policy

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.