Safety and Compliance Manager

Safety & Compliance Manager

• Location: Dallas, TX
• Compensation: $80,000 - $90,000 annually

Position Overview

• Lead driver safety, regulatory compliance, and risk management activities for Cargomatic's Dallas operations.
• Serve as the primary owner of driver-focused safety and compliance programs.
• Ensure company drivers and owner-operators operate in compliance with FMCSA, DOT, and applicable state regulations.
• Maintain audit-ready compliance documentation and support operational teams with safety-related guidance.
• Respond to safety incidents and compliance matters, including outside standard business hours as needed.

Key Responsibilities

Driver Safety & Compliance Management

• Develop, implement, and manage driver safety and compliance programs for company drivers and owner-operators.
• Monitor driver logs, hours-of-service compliance, roadside inspections, CSA scores, and in-cab camera events.
• Enforce corrective actions, coaching, and retraining for safety or compliance violations.
• Audit and maintain complete and accurate Driver Qualification Files (DQFs).
• Review driver qualifications and approve drivers for onboarding and orientation.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with FMCSA, DOT, and applicable state transportation regulations.

Incident & Regulatory Management

• Investigate accidents, incidents, and safety events involving drivers and equipment.
• Prepare detailed incident reports and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Serve as the Designated Employer Representative (DER) for drug and alcohol testing programs.
• Administer pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion testing.
• Manage FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse queries, reporting, follow-up actions, and MIS submissions.
• Coordinate workers' compensation claims related to driver injuries.
• Liaise with insurance providers and case managers as needed.

Reporting & Audits

• Maintain accurate FMCSA portal data and roadside inspection records.
• File and manage fleet registrations, permits, MCS-150 updates, and IFTA reporting.
• Track DOT vehicle inspections and preventative maintenance documentation.
• Prepare documentation and support internal and external safety and compliance audits.

Training & Orientation

• Lead new driver and owner-operator onboarding and orientation sessions.
• Communicate safety expectations, compliance requirements, and company policies clearly.
• Coordinate distribution of onboarding materials including ELDs, dash cameras, permits, decals, and safety documentation.
• Develop and administer recurring safety and compliance training programs for drivers.

Operational Safety Support

• Partner with operations and dispatch teams to address driver compliance issues.
• Provide guidance on corrective actions and risk mitigation strategies.
• Respond to safety-related incidents and urgent compliance matters outside normal business hours when required.
• Collaborate with insurance, legal, and leadership teams on claims management and risk mitigation initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of safety and compliance experience in trucking, drayage, intermodal, or transportation and logistics.
• Strong working knowledge of FMCSA and DOT regulations.
• Proven experience managing driver compliance, accident investigations, and safety audits.
• Experience administering drug and alcohol testing programs and FMCSA Clearinghouse compliance.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work directly with drivers.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Willingness to work extended or irregular hours when safety incidents arise.
• Minimal travel required.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick time, and company holidays.
• Employee assistance program and wellness resources.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Collaborative, people-first culture focused on safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.