Manager, Field Health and Safety

1 month ago

Halifax, Canada Canada Post - Postes Canada Full time

Job Requisition Id: 186457
Business Function: Health and Safety
Primary City: Halifax
Other Location(s):Other areas in Atlantic may be considered: Moncton, Fredericton, Saint John, St. John's
Province: Nova Scotia
Employment Type: Full-Time
Employment Status: Permanent
Language Requirement: Bilingual Imperative (BBBB)
Number of Vacancies 1
Job Closing Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 12/01/2024

**Responsibilities**:
Below are the main job requirements and responsibilities for the Manager, Field Health and Safety.
- Creates a positive work environment and culture within the department, provides clear objectives and performance expectations for direct reports. Conducts training and development needs assessments and ensures that direct reports are provided with the support necessary to deliver the expectations of their roles.
- Supports and collaborates with clients to plan and implement corporate Health and Safety strategies, Health and Safety Improvement Plans (HSIPs) and all associated programs to ensure a safe and productive working environment within established performance and policy standards. Liaises with national stakeholders and clients to ensure prevention and incident reduction plans exceed targets.
- Provides support, advice and guidance to clients, stakeholders and policy owners on workplace safety related issues, policies and related legislation. Attends Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) meetings and provides recommendations on incident response and intervention.**Job Responsibilities (continued)**:

- Partners with national stakeholders (including national unions) as necessary in the development and deployment of communication strategies, education, training and prevention awareness.
- Analyses and monitors national data and trends on incidents, conducts root-cause analysis on serious incidents and supports clients in the development of action plans that will enable clients to achieve their performance improvement targets; identifies, anticipates, develops, recommends and oversees the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintains and develops effective relationships with external stakeholders such as professionals in the field of Health and Safety to remain current on trends, developments, programs and practices, to exchange information and to contribute to the existing body of knowledge.
- Supports the execution of safety audits to determine compliance to internal and regulatory requirements. Monitors client’s action plans to address compliance gaps.

**Qualifications**:
**Education**
- Completed post-secondary, preferably in a related field OR a combination of equivalent professional experience and training

**Experience**
- 3 to 5 years of relevant functional experience
- 2 or more years experience managing people
- One or more years of experience in a unionized environment an asset
- Proficient computer skills and competent with Microsoft Office programs
- Excellent team building and leadership skills and experience
- Sound organizational, analytical, judgement and decision-making skills with proven abilities in problem solving
- Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to build and maintain relationships
- Strong oral and written communication skills

**Other Information**:
**Safety Sensitive Positions**
This position may be considered a Safety Sensitive position and has additional requirements under Canada Post's Substance Use Policy.

**Employment Equity**

Disability is defined as a persistent or episodic physical, sensory, or mental health condition and/or functional limitation. Disability includes both visible and hidden conditions and/or limitations that may impact vision, hearing, mobility, flexibility, dexterity, pain, learning, developmental, mental/psychological, and memory.

**Conflict of Interest**
The Conflict of Interest Policy prohibits employees from hiring, supervising or reporting to, directly or indirectly via the reporting hierarchy, their immediate family or close personal relations. Should you feel that you may be in an actual or potential Conflict of Interest in regard to this job opportunity, you must communicate with the designated Human Resources representative.

**Accommodation**

Canada Post is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you are contacted by Canada Post regarding a job opportunity, please advise if you have any restrictions that need to be accommodated. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

**Important Message**

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