Fleet Safety Advisor

About the jobReporting to the Director, Fleet Safety the Fleet Safety Advisor will support the Team by providing boots-on-the-ground CVOR Compliance & Education, supporting operations and liaising between the Fleet Operations Team, Corporate HSE Team and Operations Teams.
This position forms part of a larger Fleet Safety Team spread across Canada.
This position will primarily oversee Eastern Ontario from the Quebec border to Belleville, including Quebec Operations.
Primary Scope of RoleA subject matter expert for CVOR, Provincial Highway Traffic Acts, Regulations, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Federal Law and GIP Policies & Procedures as they relate to Transportation Safety.Ensure GIP drivers adhere to all legislation and company policies.Conduct weekly site and shop audits to ensure all required documentation related to drivers, vehicles and maintenance is up to date and meets all CVOR requirements.Monitor drivers Hours of Service on paper or on the Geotab Drive ELD system and coach both drivers and operations to mitigate any violations.Provide detailed reports on assessments, trends, competency measurements, and re-certifications as appropriate and/or requested.Conduct on-scene and tabletop collision and public incident investigations, implement corrective actions and administer the files from start to finish.
Assist in the development of Fleet Safety related training content, Policies, Procedures and SWP's.Re-train GIP drivers either proactively or in a remedial corrective action fashion to help reinforce policies and procedures to enhance their safe driving and operating skills.Specific DutiesAct as the main point of contact 24/7 for CVOR, Provincial Highway Traffic Acts, Regulations, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Federal Law and GIP Policies & Procedures.Conduct field observations or ride-a-longs with written assessments/feedback/re-certification to the driver and management.Frequent early morning yard visits to observe drivers conducting pre-trip inspections, answer questions and carry out safety talks as required.
Review Incident Reports related to Motor Vehicle Collisions, Public Incidents, and CVOR related matters to ensure proper completion and assignment of corrective actions.Organize and instruct classroom theory and hands-on practical courses including but not limited to:
CVOR Awareness, Defensive Driving, Cargo Securement, Fleet Policy, Pre-Trip Inspections, Electronic Logs, etc.
Monitoring weekly driver safety GPS score card reports and re-training high risk drivers on safe driving practices and assigning online training where necessary.
Fast paced environment with multiple competing priorities.
Frequent overnight/long distance travel to GIP sites.Ability to flex time as required to meet operational requirements such as early morning, evenings and weekends.
Equal amounts of time will be spent in a construction type field setting and an office setting where regular reoccurring administrative duties are required.
Weekly, monthly and quarterly individual data compilation deadlines to create team reports.
Position RequirementsMinimum Grade 12 Education.Must reside within 1.5 hours of the City of Ottawa.
Post Secondary Education in Law, Transport & Logistics or HSE would be an asset.Previous work experience such as Dispatching, Driver Training, Transportation & Logistics Supervision, Driver Safety would be an asset.
Bilingual (Basic French Oral and English Oral & Written) is a minimum requirement.Proficient in pc-based computers and programs such as Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, WhatsApp & Power Point.
Well versed in the use of smartphones and apps as field visits and inspections are recorded using a safety management system app.
Clean Drivers Abstract with no demerit points.Minimum Class G Licence, a Commercial Licence would be an asset.
Experience with ELD systems, specifically GeoTab Drive.
Advanced understanding of CVOR, Pre-Trips, Hours of Service and the Ontario Highway Traffic Act.
Demonstrates a strong aptitude for learning and problem solving.Ability to lift 50lbs and climb in, out, and under commercial vehicles.Strong time management and organization with the ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple competing priorities.Ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
Must seek clarification when unsure.Results-driven with a focus to deliver success in a fast-paced environment.Outcome-focused, critical thinker with the ability to analyze and visualize to ensure continuous improvement across our business.Demonstrate versatility and resourcefulness in overcoming business challenges.Ability to connect and interact with people to seek different perspectives.
Outgoing and approachable personality.
About UsOur PeopleAt Green Infrastructure Partners (GIP), our people are second to none.
Our most valuable asset is people - our employees, our customers, and the public.
Nothing is more important than our people coming to work happy and leaving safely.
GIP team members are at the heart of our success in designing and delivering infrastructure projects safely, thoughtfully, and with the highest quality.Our WorkThe work we do impacts lives.
It impacts our schools and neighborhoods and shapes our communities and cities.
We are one of Canada's largest and fastest growing construction companies.
Every day our people are designing, delivering, and maintaining infrastructure for Canada's rapidly growing cities.
From demolition, shoring and foundations, excavation, remediation, to structures, paving and the production of materials, we have the unique ability to self perform all project scopes without reliance on sub-contractors.
The work we at GIP today will carry us into a better, greener, and safer tomorrow.Our CultureWe are committed to fostering a work environment that embraces Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging for all so our people benefit from the creative solutions that come from embracing differences.Sustainability is part of our DNA.
We focus on recycling and reusing materials by taking old roads and reengineering them into new roads, keeping tons of used materials out of our landfills.As we look to the future, we need creative, ambitious, and innovative professionals who can help us to build the world of tomorrow, today.
If you want to work for a world-class organization that provides an exceptional career experience with an inclusive and collaborative culture, this opportunity is for you!