Compliance & Safety Coordinator

Compliance & Safety Coordinator

Alternate title options: Compliance Coordinator, Facilities Compliance Officer, Security & GPP Compliance Lead

Reports to: Senior Manager, Facilities & Engineering

Team size: 2 Compliance Associates

Scope includes: Security, GPP, H&S, incident investigation

Auxly is an international cannabis company dedicated to bringing innovative, effective, and high-quality cannabis products to the medical, wellness and adult-use markets. Auxly's experienced team of industry first-movers and enterprising visionaries have secured a diversified supply of raw cannabis, strong clinical, scientific, and operating capabilities and leading research and development infrastructure in order to create trusted products and brands in an expanding global market.

About the Role

The Compliance Coordinator is responsible for leading the facility's compliance programs across Security, Good Production Practices (GPP), and Health & Safety. This role ensures the facility meets all regulatory requirements under the Cannabis Act, OHS Act, site security plan, and internal SOPs. The position leads a small team, assists during audits, supports investigations, maintains documentation, and partners with cross-functional departments to ensure the site remains inspection-ready at all times.

Responsibilities

• Oversee compliance associates responsible for security monitoring, GPP checks, and H&S documentation management.
• Ensure all departments maintain adherence to SOPs, regulatory requirements, and facility compliance expectations.
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts during regulatory inspections, audits, and internal compliance reviews.
• Lead or support H&S incident investigations, including root cause analysis and CAPA development.
• Manage WSIB reporting, modified work documentation, and follow-up requirements.
• Maintain training records, track certificate expiry dates, and support delivery of safety training/toolbox talks.
• Ensure equipment inspections, chemical handling practices, and PPE use comply with OHSA requirements.
• Maintain JHSC documentation and participate in meetings as required.
• Oversee adherence to the site security plan, access control procedures, and camera/infrastructure requirements.
• Coordinate corrective actions for security incidents or deviations.
• Ensure all logs, checklists, and regulatory records are complete, accurate, and audit-ready.
• Maintain compliance documentation including SOPs, SDS files, forms, and controlled documents.
• Assist with SOP development and revisions related to security, GPP, and H&S.
• Prepare compliance metrics, dashboards, and routine reports for leadership.
• Support monthly/quarterly facility inspections and follow-up actions.

Other

• Partner closely with Quality, Production, Facilities, and HR to ensure full-site compliance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to compliance, safety, and facility standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• 3–5 years of experience in Health & Safety, compliance, security, cannabis, or regulated manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act, Cannabis Act regulations, and GPP requirements.
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence across departments.
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Assets

• JHSC Part 2 certification.
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• Experience with WSIB reporting and modified work programs.
• Experience working in cannabis or other highly regulated industries.
• Post-secondary education in H&S, compliance, or related discipline.

Auxly is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.