Job Number**:** 53422

Reporting to the Fleet Safety Supervisor, the Fleet Safety Assistant (FSA) is a uniformed position that is primarily responsible for providing support to Fleet Safety Officers and Fleet Safety Section in managing the City of Edmonton Driver Safety Program. This includes fielding phone calls from employees reporting incidents involving City vehicles, fielding questions relating to compliance of legislation involving commercial vehicles, as well as assisting with investigation of minor collisions.

As a Fleet Safety Assistant you will also be responsible for assisting monitoring processes/systems to ensure drivers and vehicles are in compliance with our Driver Safety Program and legislation.

What will you do?

• Conduct a comprehensive review of driver abstracts, to analyze driving records and escalate concerns to the Fleet Safety Supervisor
• Actively identify potential problem drivers by considering various factors and collaborate with the Fleet Safety Supervisor to implement corrective measures
• Conduct detailed pre-employment screening, including reviewing driver abstracts from various countries, to assess potential risk factors for prospective employees operating City vehicles
• Efficiently manage road test evaluation requests, coordinating schedules, communicating with various areas, and maintaining organized records
• Personally conduct road tests to assess driving competency, evaluating various aspects of driving, and issue or activate City Driving Permits based on the results
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date driver records in City data systems, ensuring data integrity for reporting and auditing purposes
• Develop and deliver comprehensive driver training programs to educate employees on safe driving practices, relevant legislation, and City-specific policies.
• Act as a central point of contact for vehicle-related incidents, receiving reports, dispatching Fleet Safety Officers, and coordinating with other departments for timely response
• Manage the vehicle registration process for all City of Edmonton vehicles, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations

Qualifications:

• Completion of Grade 12
• A minimum of 3 years experience in the safety industry or in a regulatory environment

Assets:

• 5+ years experience in the safety industry or in a regulatory environment
• Post-secondary course work in adult education or instruction with experience in the safety industry
• Defensive driving instruction experience
• Road test evaluation experience or able to learn
• Experience with SAP, SAP Ariba, PeopleSoft,, POSSE, M5
• Collision Investigation Level II
• Certified Transportation Safety Professional CTSP designation
• Standard First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification

Skills required for success:

• Demonstrable knowledge of the Federal and Provincial Legislation as it applies to Fleet operations
• Considerable knowledge of Federal, Provincial, and relevant municipal legislation, with particular emphasis on National Safety Code Standards
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external clients
• Ability to evaluate and develop appropriate safety related training presentations
• Ability to maintain accurate records and statistical information
• Experience in reviewing driver abstracts
• Well-developed conflict management or conflict resolution skills
• Ability to interpret and implement regulations impartially and tactfully
• Experience and knowledge in relation to Transportation of Dangerous Goods legislation
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods and under unfavorable weather conditions at collision scenes in traffic hazards as required during an investigation
• Demonstrated proficiency with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion

Conditions of Employment:

• Driver’s licence class 1, 2 preferred (Class 5, 4, 3 but able to upgrade)
• Successful candidates may be fit for a respirator, and compliance with the City of Edmonton's Code of Practice for Respiratory Protective Equipment, including medical monitoring, is a requirement of this position
• Compliance with the City of Edmonton's safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as wearing steel-toed boots, is a requirement for this position
• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position
• Airbrake endorsement (or able to upgrade)

Work Environment:

• Indoor/outdoor, shifts/ noisy environment /job site
• Heat, cold, wet, dust, noise, and diesel exhaust fumes
• The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance.

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits

Up to 1 permanent full-time position available

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week.

Salary Range: $33.316 - 41.847 (Hourly); $69,563.810 - $87,376.540 (Annually)

Talent Acquisition Consultant: JF/VH

Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.

Classification Title**:** Safety Assistant - 8hrs

Posting Date**:** Sep 25, 2025

Closing Date**:** Oct 9, 2025 11:59:00 PM (MD

Number of Openings (up to)****: 1 - Permanent Full-time

Union : CSU 52

Department**:** Fleet and Facility Services

Work Location(s)****: Westwood Complex, 12404 - 107 St Edmonton T5G 2S7