Fleet and Safety Manager

Role Responsibilities

Public Safety and Emergency Services (PSES) is seeking a strategic and innovative Fleet and Safety Manager to oversee and modernize the management of a highly specialized and complex fleet. With approximately 800 vehicles and an additional 800 pieces of equipment deployed across the province, this role is critical in driving operational efficiency, safety, and compliance.

As maintenance costs rise and inconsistencies in vehicle servicing and reporting persist, this position will lead the development and implementation of a unified, forward-thinking fleet management framework. The successful candidate will play a key role in adapting to emerging vehicle technologies and evolving regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive fleet management strategy.
• Standardize and consolidate fleet practices, procedures, and reporting across all PSES Divisions and Branches.
• Ensure compliance with all legislated vehicle regulatory requirements, including the Alberta Traffic Safety Act.
• Identify and implement automation opportunities to streamline fleet operations.
• Apply for and manage exemptions under the Traffic Safety Act where applicable.
• Promote and maintain high standards of driver and road safety.
• Develop and champion change management strategies to support departmental adoption.
• Monitor and evaluate fleet performance metrics to drive continuous improvement.
• Function as the PSES Risk Management and Insurance (RMI) operational champion
• Serve as the primary contact for PSES staff and RMI.
• Oversee the annual RMI renewal campaign.

Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies:
https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.

Systems Thinking: Understands the impact key issues, processes and desired outcomes have, and their influence in the delivery of program services by the Department

Build Collaborative Environments: Leads and contributes to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively to achieve outcomes.

Develop Networks: Proactively building networks, connecting, and building trust in relationships with different stakeholders.

Develop Self and Others: Desire to invest in the development of the long-term capability of self and others.

Agility: Must be able to anticipate, assess, and readily adapt to changing priorities, maintain resilience, and work effectively in challenging environments

Qualifications

Required:

• A university degree (4 years) in Business with a minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience.

Equivalency:

• Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:
• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education

Required: 

• Knowledge of insurance regulations and operating leases is a requirement.
• Must understand the transportation and regulations concerning Dangerous Goods (TDG)
• Comprehensively understand the National Safety Code, Alberta Traffic Safety Act and its regulations, and Federal legislation, and where they apply to PSES fleet operations and activities.
• Class 5 (non probationary) or higher drivers license with a drivers abstract not older than 30 days. Abstract will only be required for candidates being invited for an interview.

Assets:

• Advanced Project Management and planning experience with relevant designation
• Knowledge of contract law, trade agreements, and tendering process (e.g., Request for quotes, proposals, etc.)

Please ensure your cover letter clearly highlights how your experience is aligned with the requirements and noted assets for the role. 

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. 
Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

• Bowker Building, Edmonton, Alberta
• Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week (permanent full time)
• Monday to Friday (8:15 am to 4:30 pm)

Other Application Information:

• A cover letter is required with your application, outlining how your education and experience aligns with the role.
• Final candidates may be required to undergo a written test demonstrating writing skills and abilities pre or post interviews.
• Please indicate employment duration for all roles listed on your resume and whether you worked part-time or full-time. For example, January 15, 2006 - June 25, 2009: Assistant (PT three 8 hrs. shifts/week).
• This position may require final candidates to undergo a security clearance.
• Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.
  
  

Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
• Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) - https://www.mepp.ca
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week.
• Leadership and mentorship programs