Regional Fleet Compliance and Safety Manager

Perdue Transportation Incorporated (PTI) is the transportation service and logistics provider for Perdue Foods. PTI’s team is comprised of support staff and private fleet drivers. All drivers and team members are safety-minded and deliver on our promise for customer service and reliability each day. Perdue Transportation Inc. is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue. Summary Lead regional transportation safety and compliance efforts that help protect associates, drivers, operations, and the communities Perdue serves. As the Regional Fleet Compliance and Safety Manager, you will manage fleet safety programs, support regulatory compliance, lead incident investigations, and partner with fleet operations, transportation management, maintenance teams, drivers, Corporate Safety, Finance, and other key stakeholders to reduce risk and improve safety performance. This role is ideal for a collaborative, accountable safety leader who brings strong regulatory knowledge, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement in a fast-paced transportation environment. The salary range for this position is $101k - $151k per year, based on experience and qualifications with annual bonus available, variable depending on performance. In addition to the base salary, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1-year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off. Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities Lead regional transportation compliance and safety programs and initiatives. Develop and implement strategies with the Fleet Director and Corporate Safety to reduce vehicle crashes, occupational injuries, property damage incidents, and workers' compensation claims. Promote a behavior-based safety culture focused on accountability, hazard recognition, and continuous improvement. Partner with transportation leadership and Corporate Safety to establish regional safety goals, performance metrics, and improvement plans. Conduct regular site visits, safety audits, compliance assessments, inspections, driver observations, ride-alongs, and risk assessments for transportation-related activities. Support transportation operations compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety standards, FMCSR, DOT requirements, state transportation regulations, ELD requirements, Driver Qualification Files, Hours of Service regulations, vehicle inspection requirements, drug and alcohol testing programs, and cargo securement standards. Lead investigations involving occupational injuries and illnesses, commercial motor vehicle crashes, vehicle rollovers, near-miss incidents, property damage events, and DOT reportable accidents using Root Cause Analysis, Five Why, TapRooT®, or similar methodologies. Develop investigation reports, monitor corrective actions through completion, verify effectiveness, and analyze injury, accident, vehicle accident, driver performance, behavioral observation, and safety performance trends to identify systemic risks and improvement opportunities. Develop and deliver transportation safety training programs, driver onboarding safety assessments, defensive driving and Smith Syste…

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