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Overview
This senior leadership role is responsible for enterprise-wide safety, risk, security, and fleet management. The Director sets strategy and drives execution to protect people, assets, and operations while ensuring regulatory compliance, financial discipline, and continuous improvement across a complex transportation environment.
Strategy, Risk & Leadership
Own the organization’s safety and risk management strategy, ensuring audit readiness and regulatory compliance.
Lead incident response, investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Partner with executive leadership, Operations, and HR to align safety and risk programs with business objectives.
Fleet Safety & Compliance
Lead all fleet safety and compliance programs, including driver safety, IFTA, licensing, permits, insurance, maintenance, and cost controls.
Oversee driver onboarding, training, performance management, and safety KPIs.
Manage insurance claims and insurer relationships to reduce risk exposure.
Use data and reporting to identify trends, mitigate risk, and improve fleet performance.
Health, Safety & Security
Direct company-wide Health & Safety programs, committees, inspections, and WSIB management.
Oversee site and product security programs, including access controls, surveillance, and secure freight handling.
Ensure compliance with CTPAT, PIP, and related security standards.
Financial & Vendor Management
Manage departmental budgets with a focus on cost control and ROI.
Oversee vendor relationships, contracts, and performance.
7+ years’ experience in safety, fleet, or risk management (transportation/logistics preferred).
Proven leader in high-volume, operational environments.
Strong knowledge of IFTA, WSIB, CTPAT, and PIP.
Data-driven, with strong analytical and reporting skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Proficiency in MS Office and fleet management systems.
AZ license/experience preferred.
Ability to pass a criminal and credit check.
