Manager, Safety & Compliance

SUMMARY:

The person in this position provides critical support to operating railroads by facilitating and overseeing compliance programs and safety initiatives. Responsibilities are carried out in accordance with procedures and safety standards established by the FRA, DOT, FMCSA, and company policy. The position also plays a proactive role in advancing the company's safety goals, objectives, and strategies.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work closely with the FRA, DOT, and FMCSA to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Participate in and audit accident and injury investigations, railroad inspections, and risk assessments, and provide feedback to the operations and compliance leadership.
• Support the administration of the company's on-the-job-injury policy and incident reporting processes.
• Assist in implementing divisional and corporate safety initiatives and policies.
• Conduct regular safety inspections on assigned railroad properties for conformance with safety standards
• Interface with and assist other departments within G&W to ensure compliance with regulatory programs and operating rules.
• Interact with federal, state, and local agencies when necessary
• Contribute to the development and implementation of safety programs that promote a safe work environment.
• Ensure the knowledge sharing of safety best practices across departments; develop and monitor safety standards to ensure adherence to them
• Demonstrate exemplary safety behavior and foster a culture of safety through effective leadership.
• Manage other projects and perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High level of analytical problem-solving ability
• Excellent communication, team building, and leadership skills
• Experience with rail transportation operations
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams
• Safety-training experience, including knowledge and understanding of General Code of Operating Rules (GCOR) railroad operating and safety rules.
• Willingness to travel and provide remote site support within the region
• Flexibility to assume assignments with little or no notice and outside normal work hours

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS:

• High school diploma or GED; associate degree preferred
• At least six years of experience in a health and safety or systems safety role within the rail transit or rail transportation industry
• At least two years in a safety supervisor or manager level role
• Knowledge of FRA (Federal Railroad Administration) rules and regulations

This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws.