Corporate Safety

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The Erb Group is one of North America's largest privately-owned refrigerated transportation providers. The Erb Group specializes on the timely, protected distribution of temperature-controlled perishable goods across Canada and the U.S. The Erb Group is a family-owned business and has been in the industry for over 65 years. Its head office is based in New Hamburg, Ontario, with additional Canadian terminals in Baden, Toronto, Thunder Bay, North Bay, Ottawa, Montreal, Trenton, and Winnipeg. In addition, we have been recognized as Best Fleets to Drive For several years, a Top Fleet Employer and continue to be a safety industry leader.

Shift: Monday to Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm (flexible)

SUMMARY

The Health, Safety and Environmental Manager develops, maintains, and monitors The Erb Group's Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) manuals, policies, procedures and training to ensure compliance and drive a safety-first culture.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain knowledge of the Canada Labour Code and OHS rules and regulations. Develop and maintain an OHS manual, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain knowledge of Federal and Provincial Environmental rules and regulations. Develop and maintain the Erb Spills Prevention and Contingency Plan.
• Ensure management is familiar with the Erb Group health and safety policy, standards, road map, and related processes. Assist Terminal Managers in fulfilling their H&S responsibilities and monitor the application of the Erb Group safety rules, governance, and operating standards.
• Provide the New Hamburg/Baden Occupational Health and Safety Committee with monthly inspection reports. Be a member and co-chair of the OHS committee for New Hamburg/Baden.
• Audit all OHS committees to ensure compliance semi-annually. Visit terminals semi-annually to inspect OHS standards. Monitor progress against improvement plans, targets, training schedules, audits, and site inspections.
• Promote accident prevention methods and best practices, compile and disseminate accident and incident information and ways of prevention.
• Promote and drive a participative procedure with employees for analyzing all aspects of the work to identify and reduce at risk situations and prevent unsafe behaviours.
• Assist in implementing appropriate prevention and risk control measures based on the results of risk assessment through design, engineering, and specification to eliminate or reduce the risks.
• Ensure operations is informed of all legal requirements, ensuring ownership and effective implementation.
• Ensure health and safety KPI reporting in accordance with legislative standards and requirements.
• Responsible for general ergonomic assessments.
• Drive behaviours that support building world-class health and safety culture.
• Responsible for the Safe Worker Program and the Safety Boot/Shoe Program.
• All other duties/projects as required

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma in Occupational Health, Safety and Environment or equivalent experience required.
• Has obtained or working towards a CRST or CRSP designation.
• 3-5 years' experience in OHS management required with experience in training and analysis.
• MS Office Suite experience required. AS400 experience considered an asset.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize multiple deadlines and work independently.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and able to adapt to change.
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills with the ability to maintain confidentiality.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Salaried Role, Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm.
• Some travel to ON, MB and QC locations required.

Your Cool Work Perks

Benefits available from day 1

We're motivated by doing business with good people and hiring them too.

• Company paid health insurance plans (health, prescription, dental and vision)
• Company paid group life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Enjoy $1600 in massage therapy benefits
• TFSA and RRSP savings plans with company match contributions (available after 3 months)
• Profit-sharing opportunity
• Referral bonus program
• Safety shoe voucher
• Uniform and annual tool allowance for apprentice and mechanic technicians
• Corporate discounts with Josslin Insurance and Goodlife Fitness
• Educational assistance up to 50%, with specific training required by The Erb Group paid in full
• Career advancement opportunities
• Community and philanthropy opportunities
• Employee engagement events (Good Cheer Club, summer BBQs, prizes, food trucks, employee recognition programs)

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Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet almost every qualification. At The Erb Group, we're committed to continually improving our approach to building a diverse, inclusive, and value driven workplace. If you're excited about this role but your past experiences don't align perfectly with our job description, we encourage you to apply regardless. You could just be the right candidate for this role or others

The Erb Group is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, including all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation, please contact or call All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

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