Job description

Qualifications, requirements, and duties:

• Relevant post-secondary training in Occupational Health and Safety or a combination of education and experience determined to be equivalent.
• Professional Health and Safety designation such as Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP), Certified Health and Safety Consultant (CHSC) or working towards designation is an asset.
• Joint Health and Safety Certification is an asset. Standard First Aid, CPR and AED Certification is an asset.
• Travel to various mine sites
• Conduct regular workplace/site inspections including the ability to monitor and recommend corrective action.
• Collaborate with Managers and Supervisors to monitor compliance and identify and resolve safety issues.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of health and safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure all regulatory requirements are being adhered to including ensuring employees work in compliance with company health and safety standards, in addition to industry and mining regulations.
• Execute and/or coordinate internal inspections, internal audits, and investigations and initiate and realize corrective actions in case of deviations.
• Deliver safety orientation and training for all new and existing employees.
• Conduct hazard assessments and risk assessments on equipment and products.
• Perform job site inspections and hold job site orientations.
• Conduct accident investigations and document and collect information as required.
• Maintain SDS Information and perform follow-ups on job site inspection sheets.
• Conduct audits and make recommendations on personal protective equipment and oversee the approved safety supplies list.
• Analyze the relevant lagging and leading indicators to take or recommend appropriate actions.
• Participate in various projects as they relate to the health and safety function of the company.
• Manage all relevant and related administrative duties.
• Other duties as required.
• Possession of a valid G License required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience in a related Health and Safety position within the construction and/or mining industry.
• Knowledgeable and highly competent health and safety professional who is passionate about making a difference in people’s lives.
• Hard worker who cares about people and makes sure that they always get home safely.
• Familiar with Workers’ Compensation Board regulations and policies.
• Good understanding of current legislation and regulations as it pertains to health and safety.
• Ability to provide detailed reports and develop safety procedures.
• Good understanding of data analysis and risk assessment.
• Proficiency with database applications and administrative systems, specifically Microsoft Office and Windows.
• Strong organizational skills and an ability to work alone, prioritize tasks and responsibilities accordingly.
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.

Job Type: Fixed term contract

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person