Manager of Health and Safety - Fredericton, Canada - Municipal Group of Companies

Municipal Group of Companies

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Fredericton, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

The Municipal Group of Companies, based in Bedford, Nova Scotia, is a large, diversified organization engaged in all major aspects of heavy civil construction, mining, transportation/courier, and environmental services within the Atlantic Provinces.

We are currently seeking a Manager of Health and Safety for our New Brunswick operations. This position can be based in Fredericton.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Senior Director of Safety, the Manager of Health and Safety is responsible to lead staff, systems and programs to ensure the implementation, and ongoing maintenance and effectiveness of OH&S legislative compliance and the Health and Safety Management System.

This position has general accountability for providing risk management expertise, leadership and guidance to Health and Safety Advisors and operations leadership to prevent loss, eliminate injuries and promote and develop a positive safety culture.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Lead, develop and direct a team of Health and Safety Advisors to ensure the ongoing delivery of professional, timely and effective service to our stakeholders.
Ensure the Health and Safety Management System (HSMS) is fully implemented, maintained and continuously improved within assigned business units
Conducts ongoing monitoring within assigned business units to ensure conformance with corporate standards and compliance to regulatory requirements
Tracks and analyzes performance trends, implements corrective action plans and reports on the effectiveness of health and safety programs and initiatives
Oversee and/or lead incident investigations ensuring that emergencies and injuries are handled in accordance with regulatory and corporate requirements
Ensure continuing operational alignment with strategic plan, and communicate and collaborate with other H&S Managers for continual improvement of the HSMS.
Support and participate in claims management for worker's compensation injuries
Maintain knowledge and monitor for changes in applicable legislation, standards and best practices, and provide recommendations to address
Other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, and Experience:

Certificate or Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent
CRSP or equivalent designation, or willingness to obtain within a prescribed timeline
Bilingual in English/French is preferred
10+ years of experience in a related industry with direct experience in Health and Safety
5+ years of experience in a Supervisory/Management role
Ability to travel throughout the province to various construction projects, facilities and worksites
Tactful and mature demeanor with excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work well with diverse personalities within all stakeholder groups
Ability to manage multiple complex priorities and align resources effectively

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