Health and Safety Manager

Our client is expanding their Operations side of the business and is looking for a seasoned Health and Safety Manager to join their growing team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Complete an initial thorough “as is” “gap analysis” (potentially with the support of a third party) and prepare a plan for the development of a robust H&S program for either business unit.
- Identifies HSE risks on a continuous basis and recommends changes and updates safety work instruction.
- Provides monthly and yearly analytical reports to leadership on initiatives and results.
- Assists in the overseeing and advise the activities Joint HSE Committee and managers.
- Partners with managers, supervisors and employees to create safety work instructions. These safety work instructions should clearly outline what is expected of managers, supervisors and employees with regard to safety. Safety work instructions will cover topics such as hazard reporting processes, accident investigation procedures and basic safety rules.
- Provides safety training on several topics (as required). These topics include fire prevention plans, fire protection and hazardous materials communication. The Health and Safety Manager coordinates and or delivers this training and documents that each employee has completed the requirements. The Health and Safety Manager will submit training records to the Administrative Assistant.
- Performs due diligence safety inspections and audits in all departments and will provide recommendations to correct them before they cause accidents. The Health and Safety Manager may conduct these inspections alone or as part of a group that includes managers and supervisors. Safety inspections may also help safety coordinators determine whether any employees are using unsafe safety practices and may need more training.
- Brings to the attention of Senior Management any major health and safety issues on a regular basis.
- Assists in monitoring and reporting compliance with HSE regulations across all jurisdictions.
- Participate in operational leadership meetings to effect the integration of HSE into the conduct of the day-to-day business.
- Works closely with the Human Resources Manager and on all modified work accommodations.
- Supports programs that promote well being among our employees.
- The Health and Safety Manager may chair the Health and Safety Committee.
- Any time an accident occurs in the workplace, the Health and Safety Manager conducts an investigation along with the shift supervisor, team leads, joint health safety committee employee rep and the injured worker. The main reason for an investigation is to determine the cause of the accident, but this process also helps determine whether the employees involved were following established safety policies or government safety regulations. The Health and Safety Manager completes accident investigations; they report their findings and work with managers and employees to develop plans to prevent similar accidents. The Health and Safety Manager also has a role in monitoring and reporting monthly and YTD results.
- Manages the PPE program - Boots, glasses, gloves, uniforms, etc.
- Attends crew meetings with management and plant staff to provide safety and legislative updates.
- Performs other duties as assigned for which he/she has received training, possesses qualifications and/or is considered competent.

**Job Specifications**:

- Five to seven years’ experience in the area of HSE field
- A working knowledge of HSE regulations, legislation and technical operations
- Relevant post-secondary education is required
- Designation as a Canadian Registered Safety Professional an asset
- Previous work experience in environmental management an asset
- Previous work experience in industrial manufacturing as asset
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, and INTELEX

**Personal Skills/Attributes Required for the Position**:

- Professional, co-operative attitude and behaviour
- Excellent communication skills, including both verbal and written
- Superior training skills - one on one, or classroom
- Strong customer service focus; act with a sense of urgency
- Ability to exercise a high level of discretion with sensitive, confidential information
- Adept at establishing priorities and meeting strict deadlines
- Excellent leadership skills and willing to embrace new challenges

**Salary**: $85,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Extended health care
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay

**Experience**:

- Manufacturing: 3 years (required)
- HEALTH AND SAFETY: 4 years (required)
- STEEL: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Occupational Health and Safety certificate (preferred)
- Certified Safety Professional (preferred)

Work Location: In person