Regional Safety Manager

Railserve
As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.
Railserve
As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.
Who We Are
Railserve is a leading provider of industrial railyard services across the United States and Canada. Our teams deliver on‑site rail switching, material handling and transloading, track construction and maintenance, and locomotive service and repair for customers who depend on safe, reliable rail operations every day. With decades of industry experience, Railserve is built on a foundation of safety, teamwork, and operational excellence. We invest in our people, promote from within, and use innovative, safety‑focused technology to keep railyards running efficiently. Learn more at www.railserve.com
Position Summary
Railserve is seeking a Regional Safety Manager to lead our Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) program across U.S. and Canadian operations. This role is critical to driving a strong safety culture, partnering with Operations to improve performance, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory and customer requirements. You’ll play a visible leadership role while working in the field, influencing teams, and helping embed safety into everything we do.
What You’ll Do
Lead and reinforce a proactive, safety-first culture across multiple sites
Partner with Operations to improve safety performance, reduce risk, and support safe production
Ensure compliance with U.S. and Canadian safety regulations and serve as a key contact for regulatory agencies
Lead incident investigations, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions
Conduct site audits, risk assessments, and safety evaluations to drive continuous improvement
Develop and deliver safety training programs across regions
Support new site startups and ensure EH&S requirements are built in from day one
Oversee Canadian case management processes, including WCB reporting and return-to-work coordination
Build strong relationships with site leadership, employees, and customers
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Business, or related field
5+ years of safety leadership experience in rail, industrial, or heavy operations environments
Experience working with Class I railroads and rail-served facilities
Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements in both the U.S. and Canada
Proven ability to lead incident investigations, analyze data, and drive safety improvements
Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
Preferred:
CSP or CRSP certification
Experience supporting multi-site or cross-border operations
Work Environment & Travel
Regular work in active industrial and rail yard environments
Travel required: up to 75% initially, stabilizing closer to 50%
What We Offer
Railserve is committed to being an Employer of Choice, offering competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package:
Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off and vacation benefits
RRSP with generous company match and additional annual employer contribution
Come Grow With Us
Don’t worry if you don’t meet every qualification. Railserve values reliability, work ethic, and a willingness to learn. Our tools, technology, and processes continue to evolve, and we invest in training and developing our people for long‑term success.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Railserve provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. We recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.
Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.