Health and Safety Facilitator

Leclerc is a family business with 120 years of experience, tradition, and know‑how passed down from people with heart. With 1,900 employees in nine plants across Canada and the United States, we constantly innovate to exceed the expectations of both small and large appetites. Working at Leclerc means... Working in a family business Evolving in a clean, temperate environment with the latest technology Starting a new job with paid and adapted training Benefit from a complete benefits program (drug and dental insurance, one week of sick leave [conditions apply], telemedicine, group RRSP with employer participation, and more) Save on our delicious products and discover exclusive novelties Take advantage of job security and opportunities for advancement within the company Integrate a rich company culture (Christmas, birthday and maternity gifts, use of the Poka platform, and more) Position Summary Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Health & Safety Facilitator is the primary health & safety resource of the plant. Present on the production floor, the facilitator works closely with the Corporate Health & Safety Department and the Plant’s Joint Health & Safety Committee. The role is primarily responsible for ensuring that health and safety procedures, policies, and practices are implemented, understood, applied, and continuously improved, and for coaching teams to develop a strong H&S culture within the company. Responsibilities In a coaching mode, supports plant managers and team leaders on a day‑to‑day basis (interactions, corrective & preventive actions, action plans, investigations & event analysis, etc.) Acts as the plant's accessible resource for all H&S‑related issues Participates in the implementation, communication, and maintenance of Golden Safety Rules, programs, procedures, and instructions Conducts field observations and recommends improvements Communicates H&S messages and information (Poka, H&S notice boards, traffic lights) and provides communication elements to teams for their Tier Is involved in risk analyses of tasks and workstations, audits and inspections, M8 monitoring Participates in H&S audits and may train/coach auditors Leads H&S committee meetings and activities to make them autonomous and proactive, providing them with plant‑specific data and information Provides specific H&S training when required Is present as and when required on the various shifts to support the teams Assists managers in monitoring the plant's H&S plan Other initiatives, tasks, and projects as required by the Plant Manager Requirements Leadership, able to influence by example Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with all levels of the organization Good analytical skills, autonomy, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage priorities Solid knowledge in developing and implementing Health and Safety policies/procedures Experience working with multidisciplinary teams Good knowledge of H&S regulatory requirements Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Ability to conduct necessary research on the Internet Ability to handle confidential information (e.g., accident investigations) 2–3 years’ experience in a health and safety position is an asset Biscuits Leclerc is committed to recruiting and hiring the best candidates for all roles and is committed to integration and equal opportunity. Upon request, Biscuits Leclerc will provide suitable accommodations during the recruitment and hiring process for candidates with accessibility needs due to disability, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact the HR responsible at 613‑933‑1710 ext: 3600. #J-18808-Ljbffr