Safety & Compliance Manager

Safety & Compliance Manager
Location: Long Beach, CA (with travel to Oakland, CA)
Employment Type: Full-time
Compensation: $100 - $125k yearly

About Cargomatic
Cargomatic is a technology-driven logistics provider connecting shippers and carriers through an innovative platform that improves efficiency, reduces costs, and supports more sustainable freight movement. We are a rapidly growing company committed to a collaborative, people-first culture and have been recognized by Built In as a Best Place to Work for 2023, 2024, and 2025.

Role Overview
Cargomatic is seeking an experienced Safety & Compliance Manager to lead safety, risk management, and regulatory compliance for our West Coast port and drayage operations. This role supports complex, high-risk environments including ports, yards, warehouses, and intermodal operations in Long Beach and Oakland. The position requires strong transportation safety expertise, comfort operating independently, and availability to respond to safety-related incidents outside of standard business hours.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Program Leadership

• Develop, implement, and manage safety policies, procedures, and training programs for drivers, owner-operators, and terminal staff

• Ensure compliance with FMCSA, DOT, OSHA, and California state regulations

• Monitor driver logs, roadside inspections, and safety-related events; implement corrective actions and remedial training

• Conduct regular yard, terminal, warehouse, equipment, and route safety inspections

Incident & Compliance Management

• Investigate accidents, incidents, and injuries; prepare reports and implement corrective actions

• Serve as Designated Employer Representative (DER) for all drug and alcohol testing programs

• Manage FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse compliance, including reporting and annual MIS submissions

• Oversee workers’ compensation claims and coordinate with insurers and regulatory agencies

• Maintain OSHA injury logs and ensure ongoing OSHA compliance at all applicable sites

Regulatory Reporting & Audits

• Audit driver qualification files and pre-approve recruits for onboarding

• Maintain fleet registrations, permits, MCS-150 filings, and related regulatory documentation

• Track maintenance inspections, DOT equipment inspections, and chassis repair documentation

• Ensure FMCSA portal data accuracy and audit readiness

Training & Orientation

• Lead new hire onboarding and driver/owner-operator orientation sessions

• Coordinate distribution of onboarding materials, devices, permits, and training resources

• Implement recurring safety training for drivers and operational staff

Operational Safety Support

• Provide safety leadership and incident response on a 24/7/365 basis

• Support terminals without dedicated fleet or maintenance leadership

• Collaborate with legal and insurance partners on claims, litigation, and risk mitigation

• Travel up to 25% between Long Beach and Oakland as required

Qualifications

• 5+ years of safety and compliance management experience in trucking, drayage, or intermodal transportation

• Strong working knowledge of FMCSA, DOT, OSHA, and California transportation regulations

• Experience managing drug and alcohol testing programs and Clearinghouse compliance

• Proven ability in accident investigation, compliance auditing, and safety training

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail

• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence drivers, contractors, and leadership

• Ability to work extended or irregular hours and respond to urgent safety matters

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Flex time

• Employee assistance program

• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

• Collaborative, people-first company culture

Cargomatic is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs without regard to protected characteristics.