Manager, Health

Job Title

Manager, Health & Safety Position Status

Permanent, Full-time Department

People & Culture Supervision Received

Chief Human Resources Officer Supervision Exercised

Senior Specialist, Wellness & Disability Management Specialist, Health & Safety Location

Brampton, ON Number Of Positions: 1 Primary Functions

Environmental & Occupational Health & Safety - 60% Emergency Planning & Preparedness - 30% Other Duties - 10% TOTAL - 100% Responsibilities

Environmental & Occupational Health & Safety (60%) Program Oversight & Legislative Compliance: Provide senior-level oversight and direction on best practices for institutional and environmental health and safety, ensuring they are in place at all campuses. Responsible for ensuring compliance with all health and safety-related legislation, including, but not limited to, the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OH&S), the Ministry of Labour regulations, policies and directives, and the Employment Standards Act. Manage the relationship with regulatory OH&S compliance program officials and act as the key liaison with local inspectors. Oversee the University's hazardous waste program and transportation of dangerous goods in accordance with relevant internal policies, procedures, and applicable legislation. Oversee University-wide legislative compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) as it applies to areas of emergency management and life safety. Lead and support initiatives that integrate psychological health and safety into workplace policies, hazard assessments, and campus-wide practices that promote a respectful, inclusive, and mentally healthy environment. Data Collection, Process Improvement, and Risk Mitigation: Establish procedures for data collection of university-wide incident reporting to ensure centralized data tracking and reporting of all workplace and student/community incidents and accidents, including compliance with the Workers' Safety and Insurance Act and Workplace Safety & Insurance Board policies. Ensure the completion of Workplace Inspections, which include the monitoring of equipment, materials, and processes to ensure they do not present a safety or health hazard to employees or to the general public, and comply with safety standards and government regulations. Oversee and manage investigations related to any occupational health and safety and environmental concerns (e.g. air quality). Make recommendations for investments in new systems or structures, as appropriate and required. Provide expertise and leadership in establishing appropriate procedures and reporting on all health and safety-related matters. This may include, but is not limited to, complaint management and response processes, documentation, and management of all health and safety-related accidents, spills, injuries, etc., which may occur on a post-secondary campus, and ensure they are properly investigated, tracked, and reported. Prepare summary reports and risk assessments for the Board of Governors as needed or upon request. Provide support towards a safe and healthy work environment by participating in the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee as a management representative. Emergency Planning & Preparedness (30%) In consultation with Facilities leadership, lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of all Emergency Preparedness plans for all campuses and campus buildings as required, including, but not limited to, regulated requirements such as Fire Safety Plans, Emergency Response Plans, Lockdown Drills, Active Shooter Plans/Drills, etc. Lead the drafting, development, and implementation, and continuous enhancement of health and safety and emergency management policies, procedures, and programs across all campuses, ensuring compliance with applicable legislation, institutional standards, and best practices while supporting safe and effective campus operations. Serve as the primary operational lead for all emergency facilities-related issues at the Brampton campus, coordinating resolutions with the Facilities team. Provide informed input and guidance to the Chief Human Resources Officer during decision‑making on weather‑related or other emergency campus closures. Work in conjunction with local Emergency Responders (Police, Fire, Ambulance) in the development and execution of plans during emergencies. Ensure the University is able to execute emergency preparedness response plans through regular communication and practice. Alongside the Chief Human Resources Officer, identify risks and develop action plans to mitigate risks while reporting risk trends. Other Duties (10%) Other duties, as required. Working Conditions

Physical Effort Minimal Some lifting/physical effort is required for the transportation of materials, inspections, planning, etc. Physical Environment Considerable Physical / Moderate Hazardous Environment with frequent exposure to