Safety And Training Specialist

Are you an organized self-starter who can thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment? Do you have previous experience as a mate who enjoys coaching and developing individuals? American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL) is looking for a Safety and Training Specialist who provides support and leadership in carrying out safety and vessel crew training activities. You will ensure ACBL’s operations meet the Safety Management System (SMS), Federal, and local government regulations and customer/industry safety standards and requirements.

When you join ACBL..

American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL) is one of the largest and most diversified marine transportation companies in the U.S. Our legacy of providing the nation with the most economical, safest, and greenest mode of transportation dates all the way back to 1915, when we began moving coal on the Kentucky River.  We offer a wide range of career paths in both operations and support services. Whether you are interested in working on the river or in an office, we are always searching for the best of the best to join our ACBL team.

What You Will Be Doing... Your IMPACT

• Conduct facility safety visits to ensure full compliance with ACBL’s SMS, U.S. Coast Guard, OSHA, and Environmental regulations.
• Conduct vessel safety/training visits to review safety programs with Team Members and facilitate onboard training, perform vessel checks, identify potential safety issues and suggest corrective measures, attend vessel safety meetings, and conduct drills.
• Aid local facility safety committees and industrial safety committees for assigned location(s).
• Present safety and crew training program information to ACBL Team Members at meetings and training sessions.
• Support ACBL’s SMS by providing recommended updates and raise awareness of regulatory updates.
• Support investigations following accident, incidents, or injuries at ACBL facilities and on ACBL vessels.

What We Are Looking For...

You will need to have:

• Microsoft office products skills.
• Ability to acquire a TWIC.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills. Individuals should prioritize and plan work activities efficiently.
• Able to communicate throughout the organization in a clear and concise manner.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• 5 years of experience in a safety, vessel operations, shipyard, or facility operations related role
• Travel as required in support of safety/customer meetings, safety training, vessel visits and other safety programs. Travel may be required up to 50% outside home location.
• Hold or can complete safety related training including Occupational Safety programs, Incident Management System, HAZWOPER, first aid and CPR, Train the Trainer or other safety training as assigned.
• Follow ACBL’s SMS, safety standards, procedures, and methodologies.
• Manage and motivate employees in a team-based environment.
• Skilled in providing performance information and feedback.
• Strong problem-solving skills to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.

Even better if you have one or more of the following:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a safety or a related field

FLSA Status:

• Exempt