Health, Safety, Security

We are currently searching for a dynamic **Health, Safety, Security & Environment Coordinator** for our Terminal located in St. John’s. Reporting to the Safety, Security & Compliance Manager, the incumbent will monitor and continually improve the safety culture of the Terminal and Inland operations by working with unionized and non-unionized staff to foster an enhanced relationship and education. This position supports all activities associated with Health, Safety, Security & Environmental programs and initiatives in Oceanex land-based operations.

**Tasks and responsibilities**
- Oversee all aspects of incident prevention and loss control for Terminal and Inland operations including inspections, safety tours, competency evaluations, equipment management, hazard assessments etc.;
- Coach workers on safe work practices and procedures;
- Supervise contracted security group;
- Advise staff and management on health and safety regulations and best practices;
- Oversee compliance program and carrier safety;
- Advise operations personnel on updated policies and procedures in the company’s SMS;
- Assist departmental managers and supervisors in the completion of initial incident/accident reports;
- Conduct incident and accident investigations, as assigned;
- Assist in the continued development of a positive HSE culture by reviewing/validating job hazard assessments and safe work procedures;
- Coordinate and conduct Safety and Security drills and exercises in support of Programs;
- Respond to off-site safety, environmental and compliance incidents, when required;
- Support the management of Oceanex Hazard and Safety Recognition Programs;
- Conduct workplace inspections and internal audits of management systems, as assigned;
- Advise supervisory personnel of OHS procedures, standards and guidelines;
- Inventory control of safety equipment for operations;
- Working with third party providers on inspections of operational equipment;
- Answer internal and customer inquiries related to Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG), Cargo Securing systems and other NSC non-compliance items;
- Support Oceanex Road transportation department staff in the implementation of corrective actions identified from reported hazards, incidents, regulatory amendments and quality service initiatives in road transportation compliance;
- Assist in the management and execution of Oceanex Environmental Management Program to meet regulatory requirements with the aim of achieving best practices within the organization; Respond to environmental and compliance incidents when required;
- Assist in the coordination and execution of the Oceanex Emergency Response Program;
- Assist with conducting workplace HSE Orientation training for employees and contractors (initial and refresher);
- Assist in managing workplace injury, disability and WHSCC case management (reporting, ESRTW Planning, monitoring);
- Actively participate in the JOHS Committee activities;
- On a rotational basis, be on-call to respond to HSSE issues that arise during off hours;
- Assist in compiling and tracking weekly and monthly safety statistics and trending data;
- Perform other duties within the operations and compliance departments as required or assigned.

**Qualifications**
- Post secondary education from a recognized institution in Occupational Health & Safety or equivalent combination of experience and education;
- Formalized training in auditing of accredited management systems (an asset);
- Knowledge of Provincial and Federal safety regulations;
- 3-5 years of experience in an OHS position in an industry setting;
- Experience working in the transportation and cargo shipment industry (an asset);
- Experience working in a union setting;
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
- Experience working with claim management.

**Skills**
- Strong work ethic;
- Ability to work as a team player as well as independently with little supervision;
- Excel in high work pace environment;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Problem solving skill.
- You are interested and believe you have the skills we are looking for?_ Please forward your resume and cover letter as soon as possible to: