Health and Safety Advisor

At MTE Logistix we are experts in warehousing, order fulfillment, distribution and transportation. We are the source for service excellence in Western Canada and because of that we are continuing to expand our operations

We enjoy what we do We work hard, in a friendly and fast-paced environment, where learning and career growth are encouraged and supported.

The MTE Logistix Group is currently seeking an experienced, senior, **Health and Safety Advisor **to join our safety team. This is a full-time position based at our office, located in the West end of Edmonton.

**Why work for MTE?**
- Gain experience in the growing supply chain industry
- Work on a safety focused team
- Competitive salary
- Opportunities to support sites in Edmonton and Calgary
- Auto allowance provided
- Education and tuition support programs
- Recognition and rewards programs
- Group insurance and company matching pension

**Core Competencies**:

- Set a positive example for safety across the company to promote proactive safety activities from all staff with a boots on the ground mentality that drives a clear safety culture.
- Promotes continuous health and safety improvements, and the engraining of safe work behaviors as part of day-to-day thinking, managing and mitigating risk
- Works with management teams to develop safety frame works, conducts warehouse safety compliance inspections, including hazards analysis, safe work procedures, written reports and recommendations.
- Conduct training programs and sessions for supervisors and employees, with respect to occupational safety issues and to meet local, provincial, and federal OHS requirements.
- Design and write safety standards that conform to industry standards, federal, provincial and local regulations, as well as client qualification programs
- Monitor compliance with the company safety program by employees and subcontractors
- Create and advise on improvements in tracking and reporting procedures for safety data
- Perform analysis of accident and injury data and identify trends and safety management program needs, responsible for all WCB claims reporting and management
- Perform additional assignments per management's direction.

**Qualifications & Experience**:

- 5 years experience in Occupational Health and Safety in a related field preferred
- Strong organizational skills and communication skills (verbal, written and visual presentation)
- Proficient with presentation, database and office software
- Must be a highly motivated, service and team-oriented individual with an attention to detail
- Enthusiasm for challenge and new initiatives are prerequisites
- Some experience with warehousing and transportation industry will be preferred
- Comprehensive knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations
- Familiar with inspections, investigations, and occupational safety activities

**Safety Certification Requirements**:

- Standard First Aid
- NCSO Certification
- Being a Forklift trainer or WHMIS trainer would be a benefit
- CSA Steel toed boots required. All other PPE is provided
- Class 5 Drivers License

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**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Please note your salary expectation

**Education**:

- DCS / DEC (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Occupational Health and Safety: 5 years (preferred)
- Warehousing and Transportation: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5 Licence (preferred)