• Job Description

  Req#: 4911104

  The Safety Lead - Commuter Rail Mechanical is responsible for investigating all incidents with a railroad mechanical component (e.g., major events and near misses involving employee injuries, infrastructure damage, derailments, service interruption, etc.). The Safety Lead will respond to incidents, gather documentation and information, report to the appropriate parties, determine root causes, and collaborate with Railroad Operations (RRO) and Keolis to recommend feasible corrective action plans to improve safety programs, policies, and procedures. The Safety Lead will work closely with and support Keolis to track and implement safety recommendations and/or corrective actions. The Safety Lead will also assist the Commuter Rail Safety team with safety assurance activities including regular audits. The Safety Lead will be responsible for staying abreast of new laws and regulations regarding safety and recommend appropriate changes to MBTA Safety management.

  • Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and interpretive authority for all Railroad related safety matters, advise up to senior management, and work closely with representatives from the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) to resolve identified safety issues
  • Perform night and weekend oversight of Keolis mechanical operations as required or directed.
  • Respond to incidents that occur involving the MBTA, gather documentation evidence, notify and report necessary information to the appropriate parties in a timely manner, and work with appropriate departments to gather all necessary information (e.g. inspections, training records, hours of service) to supplement incident investigations.
  • Provide operational management oversight of Safety Specialists, Safety Analysts and Safety Audit Coordinator, and be a strategic member of committees responsible for developing a vision, performance, goals and metrics, policies, and procedures to guide Commuter Rail Safety programs.
  • Oversee the performance of safety activities, conduct assessments of safety programs, including field inspections, and procedure and policy reviews, to identify areas of improvements and corrective actions, partnering with Keolis Mechanical Leadership and RRO on continuous improvement projects
  • Provide operational oversight of the development of root cause analyses including recommending feasible corrective actions for mechanical activities across the commuter rail when necessary.
  • Provide technical direction to support staff to ensure safe work practices and effective mitigations of hazards are performed, and in hazard assessment reports to present findings to internal stakeholders
  • Conducts scheduled and unscheduled inspections and/or audits of MBTA and Keolis facilities, work sites including capital projects, specifications, infrastructure, vehicles, and equipment, to ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local codes, regulations and guidelines
  • Develop, review, provide and oversee the delivery of safety trainings in compliance with regulatory requirements and company policy.
  • Drive a company or personal vehicle to visit/inspect work sites and to assist with emergencies and/or events as needed.
  • Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned

  Supervision

  • No direct reports

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field.
  • Six (6) years of experience in railroad operations, railroad mechanical, train maintenance procedures, or related experience.
  • One (1) year of supervisory, managerial, and/or leadership experience.
  • Valid Class D driver's license.
  • Ability to drive and respond to incidents/accidents and perform safety oversight in various weather condition including extreme weather events on all shifts and any time of day or night.
  • Demonstrated experience applying methods and techniques to mitigate safety issues by assessing safety hazards and ensuring corrective measures are followed.
  • Working knowledge of 49 CFR Part 200-299 and OSHA standards with certification in general industry (29 CFR 1910) or construction industry (29 CFR 1926).
  • Experience and understanding of railroad Operating rules
  • Specialized knowledge of the requirements of 49 CFR 229 Locomotive Standards and 49 CFR 238 Passenger Standards, including the application of the requirements; as well as blue flag protection and mechanical safety best practices.
  • Experience applying safety knowledge through the facilitating and processing of safety programs and assessments.
  • Experience participating in incident response and/or investigations.
  • Effective organizational, analytical, time management and multitasking skills.
  • Have excellent customer service and conflict resolution skills.
  • The ability to work any and all shifts and/or locations as assigned or directed. Availability to work twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week.
  • The ability to work with a diverse workforce.
  • The ability to provide internal and external customers with a courteous and professional experience.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
  • Ability to complete, apply, and adhere to concepts in safety training including but not limited to SMS Fundamentals, ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 as well as courses offered on websites hosted by MassDOT, FEMA, and TSI within the first month of employment.
  • Ability to complete a Public Transportation Safety Certification Training Program (PTSCTP) within three (3) years of employment.

  • A High School Diploma or GED with an additional seven (7) years of directly related experience substitutes for the bachelor’s degree requirement.
  • An associate degree from an accredited institution an additional three (3) years of directly related experience substitutes for the bachelor’s degree requirement.
  • A master’s degree in a related subject substitute for two (2) years of general experience.
  • A nationally recognized certification, or statewide/professional certification in a related field substitutes for one year of experience.

  Preferred Experience and Skills

  • Working knowledge of CAD and mainframe or database applications.
  • Master's degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
  • Experience working in transportation safety.
  • Knowledge of American Public Transportation Association (APTA) Standards.
  • NORAC Operating rules qualified.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of SMS including hazard analysis, utilizing data to coordinate safety programs and monitor safety performance, safety assurance, and safety promotion.
  • Transit Safety and Security Program (TSSP) Certification.

• About the company

  The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority is the public agency responsible for operating most public transportation services in Greater Boston, Massachusetts.

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