Safety Specialist, Construction

6 days ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada Sinai Health Full time
Job Description

Sinai Health is seeking a highly skilled Safety Specialist to join our Occupational Health and Safety team at our Mount Sinai Hospital Campus.

The successful candidate will support Sinai Health in ensuring compliance with Occupational Health and Safety legislation and avoiding financial penalties through hazard identification, risk assessments, training and education, program development, monitoring, auditing, and inspecting.

As part of the successful implementation of our major renovation project (Renew Sinai Phase 3A), the Occupational Health and Safety department is actively partnering with various stakeholders to manage the Constructor, Contractor, and Service Provider Safety Management Program and ensure a healthy and safe workplace.

Key Responsibilities
  • Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders to keep pace with Phase 3A developments
  • Gain a thorough understanding of operational environments, particularly the Mount Sinai Hospital site in relation to Phase 3A
  • Provide support in the management and maintenance of the Sinai Health Constructor, Contractor, and Safety Provider Safety Management program
  • Provide guidance and advice on policy interpretation and application as it relates to Phase 3A
  • Conduct research to support issue resolution, analyze data, and create reports and summaries to support Phase 3A planning
  • Improve operational efficiency by identifying and recommending new or improved policies and procedures
  • Take a lead role in reviewing Phase 3A activity tracking and reporting
  • Develop end-user documentation and provide support and training for departments and team members
  • Monitor and analyze trends, keeping apprised of new or revised legislation to maintain and enhance current plans, policies, and procedures
  • Provide input into Sinai Health-wide changes to promote compliance with OH&S laws
  • Develop, communicate, and implement occupational health and safety programs, audits, and evaluates programs
  • Represent Sinai Health in dealing with government representatives and enforcement agencies
  • Provide core occupational hygiene and safety services
Requirements
  • Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline from a recognized educational institution
  • Minimum of 3 years of practical experience in applied occupational hygiene and safety
  • Master's level degree in Applied Science, Occupational and/or Environmental Health preferred
  • Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation preferred
  • Direct experience with construction projects an asset
  • Health care experience preferred
Skills and Knowledge
  • Expert knowledge of occupational hygiene and safety principles
  • In-depth understanding of health, safety, and environmental requirements in Ontario and Canadian jurisdictions
  • In-depth knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations, including Construction Regulations
  • Knowledge of accident causation theory and applied interventions
  • Highly computer literate, with proficiency in MS Office
  • Demonstrated customer service focus, with excellent problem-solving, analytical, and conceptual thinking skills
  • Self-starter with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work with individuals across all levels of the organization and external stakeholders


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