First for a reason: At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer. Safety & Compliance Manager – Owen Sound, ON Company: First Student Canada Location: Owen Sound, Ontario Job Type: Full-Time About the Role First Student is looking for a dedicated Safety & Compliance Manager to lead and manage safety programs at our Owen Sound location. This role ensures compliance with federal, provincial, and local regulations, supports driver training and qualification, and promotes a strong safety culture across all operations. Key Responsibilities Oversee driver hiring and compliance processes (e.g., MVR checks, drug/alcohol testing, physicals, background checks). Manage and monitor location training programs, including onboarding, recertification, and enhancement training. Lead investigations of safety events using root cause analysis (e.g., 5-Why’s), document incidents, and determine preventability. Maintain compliance with all safety-related regulations and company policies; ensure documentation is accurate and up to date. Conduct monthly safety meetings and provide training on safety-related topics. Monitor driver performance using telematics, road evaluations, and other tools. Develop and implement hazard control programs and evaluate their effectiveness. Analyze safety data and trends to create action plans and performance improvement strategies. Support operational safety leadership through BeSafe initiatives and coaching. Manage safety-related budgets and recommend cost-saving measures. Qualifications Minimum 1 year in a safety leadership role (e.g., Assistant Safety Manager) and 5 years of operations experience, or equivalent education and experience. Safety certifications and OSHA 10-hour training preferred. Strong knowledge of FMCSA, FTA, and provincial safety regulations. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Experience with dispatch, telematics, and compliance systems (DMO, SmartDrive, etc.). Excellent communication, coaching, and organizational skills. Valid driver’s license required Why Join First Student? Industry leader in student transportation Commitment to safety and employee development Supportive team environment Opportunities for growth and advancement Apply today and help us set the highest standards in safety and service. MISSION Provide unmatched care and the safest ride to school, so when students arrive, they start and end their day with an exceptional experience and are ready to achieve their full potential. FOCUS ON SAFETY Safety is at the heart of everything we do CARE FOR OUR STUDENTS Ensure our vehicles are welcoming and trusted places where students feel comfortable and secure SURPASS CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS Go the extra mile to deliver an extraordinary experience for our customers and communities FOSTER TEAMWORK Work together, act with integrity, respect each other, champion diversity and inclusion SET THE HIGHEST STANDARDS Continually seek a better way to do things with innovation, sustainable practices, financial discipline, commercial excellence, and operational excellence
