Safety and Fleet Compliance Manager

Our client, West Nova Fuels, is a trusted energy provider with operations across Nova Scotia, delivering a wide range of fuel products and services to both residential and commercial customers. In central and western mainland Nova Scotia, they supply heating oil, diesel, and gasoline, while in the South Shore, Annapolis Valley, and Halifax regions, they provide propane as well as propane appliances. With a strong regional presence and a reputation for dependable service, they play a vital role in keeping homes, businesses, and communities running smoothly.

We are pleased to be recruiting a Safety and Fleet Compliance Manager, based in Halifax, Nova Scotia. This is a key leadership role with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on safety, compliance, and operational excellence across the organization’s diverse operations.

At the heart of West Nova Fuels, is a clear vision and a set of core strengths that guide every aspect of the business:

Vision
West Nova Fuels delivers reliable fuel and energy solutions that give customers the peace of mind to focus on what matters most.

Core Strengths
West Nova Fuels local presence, strong customer relationships, and entrepreneurial spirit enable West Nova Fuels to deliver unmatched service and build lasting trust making them the preferred choice in the industry.

With 14 branches across the province, West Nova Fuels is deeply rooted in the communities it serves, providing high-quality Petro-Canada products alongside exceptional service. Dependable, community-oriented, and responsive to the unique needs of Nova Scotians, the company takes pride in doing things right.

If you can see yourself thriving in this type of culture, this is an excellent opportunity to make a lasting impact with a company that has been trusted by Nova Scotians for generations.

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role where you will shape the safety culture and operational success of a respected Nova Scotian company. This role, Safety, Compliance and Fleet Manager, will oversee the Safety, Compliance, and Fleet functions for the whole of West Nova Fuels. As Safety and Fleet Compliance Manager with West Nova Fuels, you will serve as a key partner to the General Manager, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operations across multiple regions.

In this pivotal role, you will lead the advancement of safety programs, oversee regulatory compliance, and optimize fleet performance. From implementing policies and conducting audits to driving preventive maintenance programs and monitoring fleet efficiency, your leadership will be critical to sustaining operational excellence and upholding West Nova Fuels’ long-standing reputation for trusted service.

Working closely with Branch and Area Managers, you’ll have the opportunity to strengthen best practices, share knowledge, and roll out improvements that make a company-wide impact. This position is ideal for a safety-focused leader who thrives on collaboration, continuous improvement, and influencing both culture and performance across diverse operations.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Driving the implementation and monitoring of safety procedures in alignment with the Suncor Prudent Operations program, enhancing performance and fostering a stronger, companywide safety culture.
• Acting as the primary liaison and subject matter expert for AWE and Samsara onboard truck systems, working closely with providers while supporting branches and the Lunenburg office in their day-to-day use.
• Maintaining an up-to-date fleet inventory with full operating cost tracking, providing data-driven recommendations to improve utilization, and partnering with the General Manager on long-term fleet replacement planning.
• Supporting branches in maintaining bulk plants and the cardlock network, ensuring consistent standards, reliability, and compliance across all locations.
• Managing third-party carrier relationships to ensure efficient, reliable, and cost-effective delivery of products to bulk terminals.
• Assisting the General Manager in developing and implementing policies related to health and safety, operational procedures, environmental standards, and other additional duties as assigned.
• Remaining current on technical advancements, delivery codes, and regulations affecting company operations.

What We’re Looking For

As an ideal candidate, you are an experienced safety and fleet management professional with a background in logistics, industrial operations, or a related environment. You are well-versed in onboard vehicle systems such as AWE and Samsara, and bring the confidence to act as a subject matter expert, supporting and guiding others in their use. With a thorough understanding of safety codes, regulatory standards, and environmental policies, you know how to apply these requirements to ensure full compliance and operational readiness.

Your strong analytical skills enable you to interpret operational data, control costs, and recommend practical, results-oriented improvements. Just as importantly, your communication and leadership abilities allow you to build trust and collaborate effectively with managers and teams across multiple branches. Above all, you are a safety-driven leader who is motivated by the opportunity to influence culture, strengthen compliance, and drive operational excellence across an entire organization.

To apply, contact Craig Coady at craig@venor.ca

We embrace a culture of belonging in the workplace. No matter who you are, where you’re from, how you think, what you believe in, or who you love, we welcome your application. We all come from different backgrounds and different walks of life, bringing unique perspectives and experiences. We encourage applications from 2SLGBTQ+, Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC), women, newcomers to Canada, and people with disabilities. If you require any accommodation in the application and interview process, please let us know (including different materials or otherwise).