Safety and Security Manager

Transdev North America
Chicago, IL

Overview:

The Safety & Security Manager contributes to the transportation safety management process and provides overall support and technical guidance as it pertains to operational safety. Coordinates through their management team and the Director of Safety & Compliance as well as other stakeholders in crafting strategies in building a culture of safety within the Transdev Autonomous Vehicle Division (TAS).

The Safety & Security Manager maintains oversight of facility and operational safety compliance requirements; provides requisite training for TAS employees ; coordinates accident/incident process; conducts audits and inspections of the transportation safety management process; works as a liaison between TAS Operations management and outside vendor staff.

Transdev is proud to offer:

  • Competitive compensation package of minimum $80,000 - maximum $90,000

Benefits include:

  • Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks

  • Sick days: 5 days

  • Holidays: 6 days

  • Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.

The above listed benefits are the Corporate office policy. Benefits vary by location.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations regarding transportation and workplace safety (OSHA);

  • Liaison with outside vendors and stakeholders to assure operational safety compliance to prescribed TAS initiatives;;

  • Assists with the incident management process including coordination of reporting, investigation, documentation, management and supervisor field training;

  • Represents the TAS safety management team in cross functional facility and process inspections at client and TAS managed sites.

  • Liaison to training and operations staff for remediation activities (Collisions, RREs, Fatigue)

  • Responsible for company and location safety initiatives, programs, campaigns, workplace signage and employee safety incentives to reduce workplace accidents;

  • Implements fatigue program efforts with requisite TAS operations management

  • Supports safety committee membership for each site and cultivates activity

  • Owns quality assurance of all safety escalation chain of command processes and reporting.

  • Drives accuracy, reliability, and timely delivery of the OPS Staff safety escalation processes, response, investigation, and reporting of the following, but not limited to, vehicle collisions, workplace incidents, physical security events, distracted driving, and fatigued driving.

  • Collaborates with TAS Compliance Team with follow up validation, and post incident research, and coordinate

  • Audits TAS Safety digital files to maintain a clean working folder

  • Ensure all active operators are trained on all safety policies and procedures;

  • Conduct safety audits and inspections of the fleet, facility and operator workforce as needed;

  • Capable of responding quickly to changing and potentially high-pressure environments;

  • Provide concise, clear, and accurate verbal and written feedback regarding the vehicle's operations;

  • Ensure compliance with Transdev's Autonomous Vehicle Division zero-tolerance policy regarding the use of alcohol or drugs by self-driving vehicle operators during a shift in coordination with the TAS Compliance Manager;

  • Be on call to respond to critical incidents

  • 25% travel may be required

  • All other duties as assigned

Required Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's Degree (preferred) and or experience in a related field like Transportation Safety Management, Security Management, Logistics or related field

  • OSHA certifications a plus i.e. Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS or COSM)

  • Current CPR, AED and First Aid certifications a plus

  • Meets driver requirements, including driving record and criminal history under applicable regulations and laws in the state(s) in which they will be working.

  • Minimum of 3 years of transportation management and/or safety/security management experience. Additional experience is preferred;

  • First Responder and or Public Safety Experience a plus

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

  • Proficiency with a laptop computer and GSuite apps (i.e. Gmail, Hangouts, and Driver, including Sheets and Docs); and

  • Proficiency with using a touchscreen smartphone (Android preferred by not required)Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

  • Intermediate knowledge of logistics software;

  • Working knowledge of performance management/monitoring systems;

  • Working knowledge of federal and state safety laws, and OSHA standards;

  • Ability to analyze and identify risk trends, problems and solutions;

  • Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely using appropriate mediums (face-to-face or electronic communication), listen effectively, demonstrate understanding, and clarify meaning for others;

  • Ability to analyze, define, diagnose, and resolve problems based on sound logic and rationale;

  • Ability to develop, coach, and mentor others including the ability to provide development experiences, advise, and teach to prepare others for effective job performance;

  • Ability to interact cooperatively and collaboratively with others as a team, including those holding opposing views and goals;

  • Understand and apply meaningful operations and safety performance metrics;

  • Ability to lead and influence;

  • Capable of responding quickly to changing and potentially high-pressure environments;

  • Develop and communicate informative presentations and strategies to gain understanding and consensus; and

  • Posses working knowledge of OSHA standards and Transdev Safety Policies;

  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals;

  • Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance. Must be available and willing to work such weekends and holidays to support business needs;

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced constantly evolving environment.

Physical Requirements:

  • Frequent standing, walking, sitting,

  • Use hands, fingers; handle, or feel; and talk or hear; climb stairs and/or ladders.

  • Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

  • Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

  • Must use close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

  • Most work is accomplished indoors and outdoors or well-ventilated facilities; and

  • The employee is generally subjected to long periods spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

  • Must be 21 years old;

  • All Transdev employees must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Safety Sensitive Positions will also be subject to a physical screening

  • Transdev maintains a Drug Free Workplace and may require participation in a random drug screening program.

  • Transdev reserves the right to perform ongoing background checks for all employees except in states where this is prohibited by state law. Transdev will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

  • Employees must maintain an acceptable Driving Record suitable to being approved to drive as part of their regular duties. Records are monitored on an ongoing or regular basis pursuant to local state law.

  • If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in the US without restrictions for any employer at any time as required by the USCIS.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and

candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview

process, please contact [email protected]

Drug-free workplace:

Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants must:

  • Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).

  • Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

About Transdev: Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev - the mobility company - empowers the freedom to move every day thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at or watch an overview video at

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.

They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions

California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.

Job Category: Safety & Training

Job Type: Full Time

Req ID: 6904

Pay Group: ECH

Cost Center: 60000

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug-free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.

About Transdev

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev - the mobility company - empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at or watch an overview video.

Posted 2026-02-11

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