Specialist, OSH Bench Strength - Chalk River

Do you see yourself in a role where you'll be spearheading the development and promotion of robust policies and practices within a corporate Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental team? Do you enjoy working on projects with high public visibility and accountability? Does the ...

Job description

Do you see yourself in a role where you'll be spearheading the development and promotion of robust policies and practices within a corporate Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental team? Do you enjoy working on projects with high public visibility and accountability? Does the thought of working on a complex and historic construction remediation project give you a little tingle of excitement? If you answered yes, then we may have the role for you Our Chalk River location is searching for a dynamic Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Bench Strength Specialist to join the team.

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What will you be doing

Identifying and reporting any real or potential safety hazards.
Participating in all safety training.
Sharing learned knowledge and skills with peers.
Working in the field and supporting varying project needs.
Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What We Are Looking For

Education

A college diploma or university degree within an OSH or related field from an accredited Canadian or international program, or an extensive set of health and safety training and certifications, is required.

Possess, or must have ability to possess, minimum professional credentials as a CRST and NCSO.
CRSP or equivalent recognized designations, like the CSP or CMIOSH, are additionally preferred.
Experience

At least 4-6 years of OSH experience in an equivalent role within complex nuclear, research & technology, heavy construction projects, heavy manufacturing, industrial processing, mining, oil & gas, or other civil or environmental remediation experience.

Experience within a radiation safety and/or protection setting is an asset, but not required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Technical & practical OSH knowledge, including competent person and/or train-the trainer credentials, on various topics such as hazardous energy control, hoisting & rigging, ground disturbance, boring/digging/coring, fall protection, excavation and trenching, marine safety, heavy equipment operation, emergency & hazardous material release response, electrical safety, confined space.

Foundational knowledge of industrial hygiene in areas such as Asbestos, Silica, hazardous products/WHMIS, noise, heat stress, confined space entry, and personal protective equipment and clothing (PPE&C).

Detailed practical knowledge of Canadian provincial and federal OSH legislative requirements, compliance frameworks, standards and industry best practices.
Completion of OSH risk registers, hazard assessments, JHA/JSA, and working with behaviour-based safety programs.

Working knowledge of root-cause analysis principles and tools such as Taproot, Apparent Cause Analysis (ACA), Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and other safety analytical tools.

Ability to maintain and grow safety knowledge, including industry best practices and pending changes in legislation.
Understanding of core Human Performance principles.
Security Clearance Eligibility Required

Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3-5 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States and/or the United Kingdom.

CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat's "Standard on Security Screening" and the "Policy on Government Security.

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Working Conditions

Must have the ability to be physically active (standing, walking) for up to 12 hours a day.
Able to manage stairs, ladders, and other egress equipment that enter all site and building areas, including confined spaces.
Able to use personal protective equipment, including a respirator.
Extensive walking on uneven terrain in all weather conditions.
Must be willing and able to wear a respirator and other PPE&C as required.
Work in both radiologically active and non-active environments.

Why CNL?

Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We're reinventing ourselves to be the pacesetters so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation.

We Offer a Complete Total Rewards Package

Paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal);
Benefits effective day one, that's right, no waiting period;
Tuition support
and a pension

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

Clean energy for today and tomorrow.
Restore and protect the Environment.
Contribute to the health of Canadians.


Location:

CNL's Chalk River laboratory is nestled in the Ottawa Valley and affords our employees an environmentally pristine area with extensive forests, hills, and numerous small lakes.

These support a variety of wildlife typical to the southern edge of the Canadian Shield. Many surrounding towns, such as Pembroke, Petawawa, and Deep River, provide unparalleled outdoor adventures at your doorstep

CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion in achieving our mission.

CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders, and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities. Please read here for more on our DE&I Commitment.

CNL also supports a workplace environment and corporate culture built on our

Core Values:
Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity, and Excellence. These values encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects, including accommodations for all employees.

CNL is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please indicate via our ATS when applying. All information received regarding accommodation requests will be kept confidential.

The Chalk River Laboratories site is located on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people. As an organization, CNL recognizes and appreciates their historic connection to this place.

CNL also recognizes the contributions that First Nations, Métis, Inuit and other Indigenous Peoples have made, both in shaping and strengthening this community in particular, and this province and country as a whole.