Regional Safety Manager

Proficient Auto Logistics; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Proficient Auto Logistics is seeking a Regional Safety Manager to oversee safety and regulatory compliance across our driver and shop personnel, applying data-driven programs to maintain CSA BASICs scores. You will lead investigations, coach on safe practices, and ensure timely reporting and corrective actions as part of ongoing improvements in driver performance.

Responsibilities include monitoring ELD and dashcam systems, delivering training curricula with the Driver Development team, and

Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Solid understanding of DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and EPA regulations
• Deep knowledge of electronic log devices (ELDs) and hours-of-service regulations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Ability to build and nurture relationships with others
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple tasks
• Willingness to travel overnight up to 50%

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with FMCSA, OSHA, and EPA regulations through ongoing monitoring, training, observations, and corrective actions for drivers and shop personnel.
• Coach drivers and shop personnel on safe work practices to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Build strong relationships with drivers and shop personnel to improve communication and morale.
• Collaborate with Driver Development to update and deliver training curricula and drive continuous improvement.
• Instruct drivers and shop personnel on company policies, safe operating practices, regulations, quality standards, technology platforms, and customer requirements.
• Maintain driver files and ensure competencies and curriculum completion.
• Coordinate with Operations, HR, Safety and Risk Management to assess behaviors and implement corrective actions.
• Foster a culture of safety and quality and lead safety observations and reporting.
• Lead accident and injury investigations, determine root cause, and implement corrective actions per SOPs.
• Respond to accident/injury notifications outside regular hours as needed.

Job description

Proficient Auto Logistics (PAL) is a trusted national leader in finished vehicle transport. With an operating fleet of over 1,350 trucks, we ship more than four million units annually across the U.S. and Canada – safely, efficiently, and with customer service standards at the forefront. We’re a key partner for 100% of global OEMs who serve the domestic market, including dealerships, auctions, fleet providers, and EV manufacturers.

Comprised of nine operating companies organized into two regions and supported by over 1,650 logistics professionals, we deliver seamless national coverage, while maintaining the flexibility to meet local demands.

Job Summary

The Regional Safety Manager reports to the Sr. Manager of Safety within Proficient Safety Services, a PAL company, and ensures regulatory and customer compliance while fostering a strong safety and quality culture.

This role reinforces expectations drivers on company policies, FMCSA regulations, and safe work practices; monitors ELD and dashcam systems to track and coach behaviors; and applies data-driven programs to maintain strong CSA BASICs scores. The position also conducts safety observations, leads accident and injury investigations to determine root cause per internal SOPs, delivers timely reporting, implements corrective actions, and supports continuous improvement in driver performance.

This position requires the ability to respond to accident and injury notifications outside of regular business hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed to support safe and compliant auto-haul operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with FMCSA, OSHA, and EPA regulations through ongoing monitoring, training, observations, and corrective actions for drivers and shop personnel.
• Assess drivers’ and shop personnel’s understanding of rules and procedures, and coach both on safe work practices to prevent accidents, injuries, and freight/equipment damages.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with drivers and shop personnel, serving as a trusted resource to improve communication and support a positive work experience.
• Partner with the Driver Development team to update and deliver training curriculum while driving continuous improvement efforts that enhance driver and shop personnel learning and overall experience.
• Instruct new and existing drivers and shop personnel on company policies, safe operating practices, FMCSA, OSHA, and EPA regulations, quality standards, technology platforms, and customer requirements.
• Ensure drivers demonstrate required competencies, successfully complete curriculum, and maintain accurate, up-to-date, and compliant driver files.
• Collaborate with Operations, HR, and Safety and Risk Management teams to evaluate driver and shop personnel behaviors and develop effective corrective action plans.
• Cultivate relationships with operating personnel to strengthen communication and foster a strong safety and quality culture.
• Apply data-driven approaches to implement, monitor, and continuously improve behavior-based and risk-based programs that support safety culture goals.
• Work with Safety and Risk Management teams to define, report, and improve key safety and quality performance measures.
• Monitor ELD, dashcam, and other safety systems to track driver behaviors, coach drivers on safe driving practices, and ensure compliance with hours-of-service regulations, driver vehicle inspection reports, and safe driving standards.
• Conduct routine safety and quality observations to verify compliance with regulatory and customer requirements.
• Lead accident and injury investigations to determine root cause, deliver timely and accurate reporting, implement corrective action plans, and ensure all investigations follow internal SOPs.
• Champion a culture that values and demonstrates excellence in safety and quality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school education required. Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Safety-related field preferred.
• Five years of trucking industry experience required.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Strong understanding of DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and EPA regulations
• Strong understanding of electronic log devices (ELDs) and hours-of-service regulations
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office software (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Ability to build and nurture relationships with others
• Ability to make time-sensitive deadlines and manage multiple tasks
• Willingness to travel overnight up to 50%

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.