Transportation Safety and Compliance Advisor

Company Description

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers. 
 
Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products. 
 
We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all. 

It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence.

Job Description

As a Transportation Safety and Compliance Advisor, you will be responsible for training and ensuring compliance with regulations, laws and company policies for transport managers and in-house drivers in the Greater Montreal area, the Ottawa region and Abitibi. Please note that the position starts early in the morning, typically between 6:00 and 6:30 a.m.

What you’re responsible for: 

• Acting as a trainer and advisor in road safety and regulatory compliance;
• Advising drivers on best practices in terms of road safety and compliance;
• Managing follow-ups with transport managers regarding logbooks and safety rounds to ensure compliance with road regulations;
• Collaborating with transport and fleet maintenance managers to monitor the PEP and transport equipment compliance;
• Visiting our various sites to inspect the quality and conformity of the work performed by our drivers;
• Performing road assessments, audits and training for new drivers as well as existing employees;
•  Analyzing, documenting and following up on road accidents, infractions, complaints and near-misses related to transportation, and provide recommendations as needed.

Qualifications

To join our team:

• You have a Class 1 FM license and have knowledge of dangerous goods transportation;
• You have experience as a driver, inspector, trainer or in a related role;
• You have a strong understanding of SAAQ regulations and the Highway Safety Code;
• You have good knowledge of compliance standards related to vehicle dimensions and weight;
• You are bilingual in French and English;
• You are proficient in Microsoft Office Suite as well as the DCE system.

Additional Information

What we offer! 

• A competitive wage, vacation, benefits and a RRSP matching program 
• Annual AIM tuition scholarship program up to $8,500 per eligible dependents 
• The tools and support needed to be successful in your career and professional development 
• A dynamic & rewarding work environment that is also a lot of fun!