ROLE: Safety Specialist

REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation

LOCATION: Saskatoon, SK

As our Safety Specialist for our Transportation Division, you’ll be at the heart of our operation, shaping how safety shows up every day for drivers, leaders, and frontline teams. This role combines field presence, regulatory expertise, and relationship‑building. You’ll be a trusted advisor, coach, and partner, leading safety initiatives that keep our fleet compliant, our drivers confident, and our operations moving safely forward.

If you thrive in a role where your work directly prevents incidents, saves lives, and strengthens culture, this is your opportunity to make a visible and lasting impact.

OPPORTUNITIES

This role offers the opportunity to directly influence safety across real‑world trucking operations, not just from behind a desk. You’ll work side‑by‑side with drivers, supervisors, and leaders who value your expertise, giving you a visible and trusted voice in how safety decisions are made. You’ll have the chance to shape safety programs, systems, and day‑to‑day behaviours, and see the results of your work firsthand as incidents are prevented and standards improve. As the organization continues to grow, you’ll play a key role in evolving and strengthening our safety culture across the Transportation Division.

HERE IS WHO YOU ARE…

DRIVE***&***MOTIVATION

• You’re passionate about keeping people safe and preventing incidents before they happen
• You believe safety is strongest when everyone feels ownership and accountability
• You’re energized by solving problems, spotting patterns, and improving systems

CHARACTER***&***ABILITIES

• Confident, approachable, and credible with frontline teams
• Organized, detail‑driven, and comfortable juggling multiple priorities
• Independent in your work, collaborative in your approach
• Trusted to handle sensitive issues with discretion and professionalism

KNOWLEDGE***&***SKILLS

• You have a strong understanding of industry knowledge in trucking or heavy industry
• You have advanced knowledge of MS office 365 applications like Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams
• You have extensive regulatory knowledge of NSC, DOT, OSHA
• You are very organized and professional

EXPERIENCE

• 3–7 years of experience in transportation safety, fleet safety, or a related heavy‑industry role
• Strong working knowledge of commercial trucking operations and driver compliance
• Hands‑on experience with NSC standards and regulatory requirements
• Strong communication skills, comfortable writing reports and leading conversations
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Ability to analyze data, identify risks, and translate findings into action

NICE-TO-HAVE

• NSC audit or fleet safety experience
• Experience with ELD or telematics platforms (e.g., Motive, Intelex)
• First Aid Level 1 or higher

THINGS YOU WILL DO…

• Work closely with employees, management, and external stakeholders to mitigate risks and protect the well-being of the workforce.
• Lead Safety Committees and program for all locations
• Maintenance and organization of safety related records

OTHER**…**

• Occasional overtime to support audits, investigations, or training
• Travel to operational sites as part of staying connected to the field: Minimum 4 visits to Manitoba per year

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DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

Lead Fleet & Regulatory Safety

• Own compliance with National Safety Code (NSC) and applicable provincial and federal regulations
• Audit driver qualification files, hours of service, ELD records, and supporting documentation
• Keep policies, procedures, and NSC manuals current and audit‑ready
• Act as a key partner during inspections, audits, and regulatory reviews

Prevent Incidents & Drive Improvement

• Conduct safety inspections, field observations, and risk assessments across terminals
• Lead investigations into collisions, injuries, and near‑misses, digging into root causes, not just symptoms
• Analyze trends and recommend practical, effective corrective actions
• Work with leaders to turn learnings into prevention strategies

Engage & Support Drivers

• Build strong, trust‑based relationships with drivers and frontline teams
• Lead safety committees and safety meetings across locations
• Deliver engaging onboarding, coaching, and refresher training
• Serve as a visible champion for safe driving behaviours and PPE use

Training & Emergency Readiness

• Coordinate and deliver training in:
  • Defensive driving and safe work practices
  • Incident reporting and response
  • Emergency preparedness and response
• Maintain emergency response plans for fires, spills, weather events, and other incidents

Systems, Technology & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records for inspections, incidents, audits, and corrective actions
• Monitor safety metrics and prepare clear, actionable reports for leadership
• Administer fleet safety technology (e.g., Motive) and follow up on trends and alerts
• Partner with Transportation leadership on continuous improvement initiatives