Safety Manager

Transdev is a leading global operator and integrator of mobility solutions, operating in 19 countries and employing over 110,000 team members worldwide. In the United States alone, Transdev employs a workforce of 32,000 across more than 400 locations, managing and maintaining over 17,000 vehicles. The company partners with cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities to operate transportation systems, provide fleet maintenance, and deliver innovative and reliable mobility solutions that serve the common good. Transdev’s commitment to safety, quality training, and customer service empowers the freedom to move every day for millions of passengers. The company is proud to foster an inclusive, equal opportunity work environment, supporting diverse applicants regardless of race, gender, age, disability, or other protected status. Transdev also maintains a drug-free workplace and complies with all relevant federal and state regulations concerning employee accommodations and rights.

Based in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, the Safety Manager role is a full-time management position that plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations along with company policies. The position offers a competitive compensation package between $75,000 and $85,000, accompanied by a comprehensive benefits plan including vacation, sick days, holidays, 401(k), medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage. This leadership role involves continuous recruitment, training, and leadership of operator candidates, fostering a positive and proactive safety culture throughout the location.

The Safety Manager is responsible for delivering behind-the-wheel instruction, classroom training, and ensuring that all safety manuals and programs are current and effectively implemented. This includes managing documentation, coordinating training records, conducting safety meetings, drug and alcohol program oversight, injury prevention initiatives, and accident investigations using root-cause analysis. The role requires close collaboration with client and corporate personnel to address evolving training needs and safety concerns. The Safety Manager also performs road observations that evaluate operator safety and customer service, provides coaching and corrective training using Drive Cam tools, and responds to customer feedback related to service safety.

This position demands a candidate who is comfortable working outdoors in varying environmental conditions, including standing or sitting for extended periods and navigating uneven terrain. Physical capability to handle equipment and withstand busy traffic areas is required, alongside flexibility to work shifts or variable schedules as necessary. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and leadership skills to influence employee morale positively and uphold the highest safety standards within the organization.

Transdev upholds stringent drug testing and DOT compliance standards, including adherence to DOT regulation 49 CFR Part 40, prohibiting any Schedule I drugs, including cannabis. The Safety Manager must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship, able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check, and ready to comply with all company safety policies and procedures. If reasonable accommodations are needed for applicants or employees with disabilities, Transdev provides support in accordance with federal and state laws.

Joining Transdev means becoming part of a company dedicated to innovation in mobility, safety excellence, and positively impacting communities through safe and reliable transportation services. For those driven to lead in the transportation industry, contribute to safety management, and support a collaborative work environment, this Safety Manager opportunity provides a rewarding career path in a respected global mobility company.