Corporate Safety Manager
Westcan Bulk Transport
Location: Edmonton Head Office
The Kenan Advantage Group Inc., (KAG), is North America’s largest tank truck transporter and logistics provider, delivering energy commodities, specialty products, merchant gases, and food products across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Our Canadian Operating companies are Westcan Bulk Transport, RTL Construction, Les Distributions Carl Beaulac, and Fisher Transport – KAG Canada!
KAG Canada has a deep-rooted commitment to the safety and security of our employees, partners, environment and the general public. Our Corporate Safety Manager is responsible for driving a culture of safety across all operations. This role will oversee the day-to-day programs in place, reduce risk, promote continuous improvement in safety performance through visible leadership and coaching. The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader with strong analytical and communication skills, capable of influencing teams and implementing effective safety programs. This position will spend roughly 35% of the time both traveling and doing field work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead driver performance management through analysis of reporting and metrics from driver profiles.
- Identify and monitor performance trends to detect high-risk areas for accidents or injuries; collaborate with terminals to implement corrective action plans.
- Provide day-to-day oversight of incident response and ensure timely completion of investigations, including root cause analysis.
- Conduct scheduled site visits to terminals, loading facilities, delivery points, and customer locations.
- Facilitate monthly safety meetings in person and online; research and develop engaging content.
- Prepare and deliver safety statistics and reports for board, regulatory, and customer requirements.
- Manage training programs for Class 1 Professional Truck Drivers to ensure compliance and competency.
What you bring:
- Combination of both education, and hands on work experience. The successful candidate must come from a background where they have spent time in the field whether in transportation or logistics.
- Class 1 driver’s license is not necessary but would be helpful.
- 3 – 5 years in a leadership position required.
- General knowledge of basic mechanics and transportation equipment configurations.
- Proven experience in incident investigation and root cause analysis.
- Familiarity with driver performance metrics and safety technologies.
- Strong communication and presentation skills (in-person and virtual).
- Ability to develop and deliver training programs.
- Experience with Microsoft programs; Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Forms and Publisher
- Ability to travel regularly to terminals and customer sites.
Total Compensation
- Competitive wages, company matched RRSP/DPSP savings program, bonus opportunity and scholarships program for employee’s children
We have a strong culture of teamwork, with a balance of seriousness and fun. If you want to contribute to KAG's excellent tradition of innovation and leadership in the logistics and transportation industry, we invite you to apply!
External applicants in consideration will adhere to a company-paid criminal record search.
We are committed to building and supporting a diverse and inclusive culture where ALL employees and partners feel valued and appreciated for their uniqueness and contributions. We welcome applications from all interested individuals; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
