Southland Industries Inc.

Corporate Safety Manager, Fleet

Southland Industries Inc.$80K — $95K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-10+ years in fleet safety, transportation, or safety management skills
  • Expertise in driver safety practices and telematics systems
  • Experience with telematics platforms (e.g., Samsara) is preferred
  • Knowledge of DOT/FMCSA regulations is a plus
  • Safety certifications such as CSP or CHST are advantageous

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the company-wide fleet safety program
  • Analyze driver behavior trends using telematics systems
  • Develop and implement driver score and accountability programs
  • Provide driver safety training and ensure compliance
  • Conduct incident investigations and implement corrective actions
  • Collaborate with Fleet Manager on recommending vehicle safety features
  • Report safety KPIs to leadership team

Benefits

  • 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance fully covered for employees
  • Annual performance-based bonus program
  • Various insurance options including term life and disability income protection
  • Pre-tax flexible spending plans for health and dependent care expenses
  • Generous paid parental leave policy
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time off
  • Training/professional development support including paid memberships
  • Wellness benefits offered to employees
Full Job Description
Job Description

Position Summary

The Fleet Safety Manager is responsible for leading the company's fleet safety program across all operations, including service vehicles, delivery trucks, and project-based equipment. This role drives a proactive, data-driven approach to reducing motor vehicle incidents, with a strong focus on driver behavior, telematics, and leadership accountability. The Fleet Safety Manager partners with operations, safety, fleet services, Risk Management and leadership teams to ensure safe driving practices are embedded into daily work.

Position Details
  • Lead and manage the company-wide fleet safety program
  • Own telematics systems and analyze driver behavior trends
  • Develop driver score program and accountability programs
  • Deliver driver safety training and ensure compliance
  • Develop and drive recognition program.
  • Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions
  • Develop and enforce fleet safety policies in partnership with local Division Field Ops teams.
  • Partner with fleet teams to ensure safe vehicle operation
  • Partner with Fleet Manager to research and recommend vehicle safety features and equipment
  • Track and report safety KPIs to leadership
  • Collaborate across operations, safety, HR and Risk Management

Qualifications
  • 5-10+ years in fleet safety, transportation, or safety management
  • Knowledge of driver safety practices and telematics systems

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with telematics platforms (e.g., Samsara)
  • Knowledge of DOT/FMCSA regulations
  • Safety certifications such as CSP or CHST

Key Competencies
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Leadership and influence
  • Coaching and accountability
  • Strong communication skills
  • Problem-solving and analysis

Success Metrics (KPIs)
  • Reduction in at-fault vehicle incidents
  • Improvement in driver safety scores
  • Decrease in high-risk driving behaviors
  • Increase in training and inspection completion rates

Reporting Structure
  • Reports to: VP of EHS
  • Works closely with: Operations Leaders, Fleet Manager, HR, Software Manager, Safety Director, Division Safety Directors and Risk Management

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:
  • 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
  • Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
  • Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
  • Disability income protection insurance
  • Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
  • Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
  • Wellness benefits


About Southland Industries Inc.

Southland Industries is a construction company that specializes in designing, building, and maintaining mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems for commercial, institutional, and industrial clients. The company was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Columbia, Maryland. Southland Industries has over 30 offices across the United States and employs over 3,000 people. The company has completed projects in a variety of industries, including healthcare, education, government, and data centers. Southland Industries is committed to sustainability and has implemented green building practices in many of its projects.
Learn more about Southland Industries Inc.
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$50 million
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$1 billion

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