Corporate Health - Niagara, Canada - Niagara Region

Niagara Region

Verified Company

Niagara, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Division:

Human Resources

Temporary Duration:

Approximate Duration: 12 months

About Us:

Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara.

Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high-quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries.

Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada's most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities.

Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada's most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario's most breathtaking countryside.

An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S.

neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.

At Niagara Region, we value diversity - in background and experience. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aspire to hire and grow a workforce reflective of the diverse community we serve. By doing so, we can deliver better programs and services across Niagara.

For the Region's full employee equity statement, Working at Niagara Region - Niagara Region, Ontario.

Please note that effective February 12, 2023 mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations are no longer required as per the Niagara Region's amended COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.

As a result, you will not be required to submit verification of your vaccination status before starting employment with the Niagara Region.

However, the Niagara Region continues to reserve the right to reintroduce vaccination requirements in the future if necessary to respond to changing public health advice and\or government direction.

The Niagara Region continues to strongly encourage everyone to remain up-to-date with vaccinations.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Manager, Health, Safety and Wellness, the Corporate Health and Safety Advisor is responsible providing advice and assistance to all employees that promotes safe and healthy work practices and a comprehensive understanding of the corporate health and safety policies, procedures and programs that ensure regulatory compliance with legislation, and contribute to promoting the corporate culture of safety and wellness.

This position also acts as a key resource to:

coordinate and facilitate health and safety training; provide support to leadership to address difficult health and safety matters; provide Joint Health and Safety Committee support; and act as the liaison for all occupational health and safety matters involving the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD).

Education:

Postsecondary diploma, degree in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field.
An equivalent combination of education, experience and qualifications may be considered.

Knowledge:

5 years' experience or equivalent combination of education, training and experience implementing, monitoring and enforcing Health and Safety policies and programs, preferably in a multifacetted, multiunion work environment with 24/7 operations.
Experience in municipal/public sector, health care, or industrial operations is an asset.
Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST) certification (or equivalent) or be eligible and able to obtain the CRST certificate within 18 months of commencing employment.
Parts 1 and 2 of Joint Health & Safety Committee Certification training.
Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level A or C, and AED Certificate.
Working knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Human Rights Code, and associated regulations and the administration of collective agreements.
Knowledge of the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, MFIPPA, and other health & safety related legislation, regulations, standards and guidelines and related decisions.
Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) is preferred.
Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) is preferred.

Responsibilities:

Provides health and safety guidance, assistance and advice to employees that promotes safe and healthy work practices and comprehensive understanding of the corporate health and safety policies, procedures and programs. (50% of time)_
Provides advice and counsel relating to corporate health and safety policies, procedures and programs, as well as other occupational health and safety topics and practices.
Performs job hazard/job task analysis and ergonomic analysis to assist with idenifying appropriate workplace accomodations.
Participates in the development of health and safety training and communication materials that promote various health and safety practices and