Occupational Health and Safety Specialist

24 hours ago

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Province of Nova Scotia Full time
Job Title: Team Manager, Disability Management Services Office

Join the Province of Nova Scotia as a Team Manager, Disability Management Services Office, and contribute to the development and implementation of critical programs and services within the Department of Community Services (DCS).

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to lead and guide critical areas within the Safety & Security Unit, Strategic Services Division. As a Team Manager, you will be responsible for planning, coordination, evaluation, and implementation of the department's Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Policy & Program, Facility Management, Facility Security & Initiatives, and Business Continuity Management.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop, guide, and lead critical areas within the Safety & Security Unit, Strategic Services Division.
  • Oversee, guide, develop, and support the development of policy and programs across divisions.
  • Provide consultation and leadership in the support, development, and updating of department plans in the areas of OHS, Security, and Business Continuity.
  • Lead physical security risk assessments & audits.
  • Ensure departmental plans meet all policy, regulation, and legislative requirements.
  • Support the Manager of Facilities in office space projects such as lease procurement, space planning, construction, and renovation.
  • Support department OHS & JOHS committees, Labour Management Committees, and cross-government working groups.
  • Be a forward thinker, keeping aware of new trends and how they can enhance department safety and continuity programs.
  • Lead the preparation and documentation of policy documents, business requirements, functional requirements, business cases, and workflow processes.
Requirements
  • Background and professional certification in occupational health and safety, and business continuity management, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
  • Previous experience with policy development, and program development.
  • Previous experience in evaluation of security programs and facilities.
  • Strong writing skills.
  • Experience in writing and reviewing policy documents.
  • Proficiency with computers and a variety of computer software such as Microsoft Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, TEAMS, and Sharepoint).
What We Offer

The Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits, including a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation, and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. This role is primarily based in a comfortable office environment, with regular travel throughout Nova Scotia required. A valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation are necessary.

We recognize equivalent combinations of training, education, and experience, providing opportunities for individuals with diverse backgrounds to contribute their skills and expertise. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians, and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities, and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented.

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