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Title:  Safety and Training Manager

Job Code: 300014

Date Created: March 27, 2025

Reports to (Title):  Manager of Safety

Direct Reports: None

Indirect Reports: None

Union Position (Y/N): N

EOE Code:

Transdev North America is the largest private sector operator of multiple modes of transit in North America, providing bus, rail, paratransit, shuttle, sedan and taxi services. We manage over 200 transportation contracts for cities, transit authorities and airports, providing safe and sustainable mobility solutions. Our mission is to improve public transportation, to enhance quality of life and combat global warming. https://www.transdevna.com

The Rail division of Transdev, provides an integrated suite of railroad infrastructure maintenance, signaling, project oversight, and construction services to our clients, both freight and passenger rail. 

The Safety and Training Manager ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and with company safety requirements. Responsible for continuous leadership, recruitment and training of operator candidates. Promotes strong leadership and influences positive employee morale throughout the location. The Safety and Training Manager will report directly to the Manager of Safety, and will assist in the oversight, implementation or revisions to safety and rules procedures and policies as well as other duties as directed by the General Manager. This position is based in Miami, FL, in supporting the RTA Maintenance of Way Rail Project.

Transdev is proud to offer:

• Competitive compensation package of $85,000 - $95,000 per year.

Benefits include:

• Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
• Sick days: 5 per year
• Holidays: 11 days; 7 standard/fixed and 4 floating
• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that all employees and sub-contractor employees comply with rules and regulations, enforce compliance with jobsite Roadway Worker, safety rules and applicable regulations.
• Oversight of SFRTA Operating and Safety Rules, as well as, other rules and policies under applicable federal regulations.
• Assist in new hire orientation, post-accident/incident investigations and remedial training as required.
• Ensure that railroad testing officers are compliant with minimum requirements for conducting the operational tests and inspections, as well as, all areas of compliance in a collective effort to reduce and eliminate incidents, accidents and infractions of rules policies and procedures.
• Employee training and mentoring.
• Assist SFRTA in aspects of public safety and rail security.
• Other projects and duties as required.
• Must be willing to work flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays when necessary.
• A minimum of three (3) days on the field, per week.
• Weekend duty rotation with safety and management staff.
• Travel requirement outside of immediate area (as a percent): <10%

Qualifications

Minimum Education, Licensing, and Certifications:

•     High school diploma or equivalent required.
•     Undergraduate degree in safety, business or engineering preferred.

Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years railroad experience in the MOW field required or relevant transportation experience.
• Demonstrate a firm understanding of Roadway Worker and On-track safety procedures required by FRA.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Knowledge of SFRTA (or CSX) Operating and Safety Rules preferred.
• Knowledge of Federal Applicable Drug and Alcohol Regulations preferred.
• Knowledge of Roadway Worker Training, Operating Practices, Accident and Incident reporting, Hazard Communication, and OSHA standards
• Knowledge of Test and Observation procedures for maintenance of way railroad employees preferred.
• Strong ability to utilize Microsoft Office software programs

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Must pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check and driving record review.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, to lift objects weighing a minimum of 50 lbs and must have the ability to distinguish colors and to hear warning signals, radio and telephone devices.

On-call 24/7, 365 days a year, with allowances for vacations, sick leave, and related time off.

For more information, please visit our website at www.transdevna.com/careers
 
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

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, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

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