Health & Safety Manager - Manufacturing - Vaughan, Canada - Toro Group of Companies

Toro Group of Companies

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Vaughan, Canada

3 weeks ago

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JOB SUMMARY
Ensures Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) systems comply with company policies and procedures. Implements and support OHS programs and work towards continual improvement.

DIRECT AND INDIRECT REPORTS
Yes

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES / ACCOUNTABILITIES

Health & Safety:

Ensures all safety policies, procedures and processes are in place and followed
Reports all safety incidents and hazards promptly

Technical / Function-Specific:

Plan, develop, implement, coordinate, evaluate, and update Toro Aluminum's Manufacturing health and safety policies, procedures, and programs (HSE Management System)
Develop annual health and safety plans for the company based on a full review of health and safetyrelated needs (assessment of hazards, analysis of database, audits, changing legislation and best practices)
Review HSE legislation, amendments, and best practices to optimize occupational health and safety programs.
Provide all levels of the company with advice related to health and safety matters, legislative requirements, and best practices in the field.
Assist in representing management in matters of health and safety with the government, health and safety associations and other outside agencies and organizations.
Provide management with reports on proactive and reactive metrics and KPIs.
Coordinate and/or provide guidance and direction to occupational health and safety personnel.
Support third party worker's compensation, claims management, and return to work consultants.
Investigate accidents thoroughly and effectively.
Ensure that work refusals are properly investigated and that any necessary corrections to the work processes are implemented and documented.

- ensure safety orientation and training for all new employees, existing employees and visitors is coordinated, up to date and effective.

Contribute to the development and maintenance of a manufacturing HSE training matrix.
Lead an annual HSE program audit to ensure the effectiveness of HSE programs.
Develop and manage internal HSE audits of the company, including risk assessments, at varying levels, and act as a trainer/advisor to internal auditors.
Coordinate HSE Advisors so all Toro Group of Companies are supported and provided the advisement required to address all HSE concerns/issues.
Support and promote safety department initiatives.
Act as a resource to support and advise the Joint Health and Safety Committees, assisting and providing information and responses on behalf of the company.
Prepare and manage the HSE manufacturing budget.
Ensure the documentation and retention of all HSErelated records for the prescribed time limits.
Perform other related duties as required

Internal / External Customer Service:

Works closely with all plant personnel to ensure safety standards and protocols are being implemented and audited
Engages and communicates with all key stakeholders on a daily basis
Delivers a high quality, responsive service to ensure health and safety actions are promptly addressed

Administration:

Produces high standard written communications and reports
Maintains a catalogue of health and safety best practice material and Health and safety documentation, reports, incident/accident logs, etc

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED TO SUCCESSFULLY OPERATE IN THE ROLE

Education:

Minimum postsecondary diploma/degree in Occupational Health & Safety or Industrial Hygiene
CRSP certification or working towards designation.
ISO Knowledge/certification an asset

Experience

25 years of experience in a management role.
Experience working with/auditing documented management systems (OHSAS 18001, ISO 45000, ISO 14000)
Disability case management and/or WSIB claims management experience.
Environmental management experience
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles / 5S an asset
Strong Core competencies are required: critical thinking, risk management, problem solving, planning & organizing, negotiation and leadership.

SKILLS / COMPETENCIES REQUIRED TO SUCCESSFULLY EXECUTE THE ABOVE RESPONSIBILITIES

Working knowledge and understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and other related legislation/standards.
Excellent people skills and 'can do' attitude, works well with others
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written and presentation skills
Proven ability to consistently meet deadlines.
Problem solving capabilities and ability to generate ideas and solutions
Highly organized and efficient
Work flexibly (days, nights and/or weekends)
Conflict resolution

DEMONSTRATE COMPANY VALUES

Do what you say act with integrity so our customers and internal partners trust us to deliver results
Get it done find solutions to ensure the job gets done right
Be better every day take pride and be passionate about improving our business, safety, and quality and strive to be the best
Think big picture think longterm, be s