Health and Safety Specialist - Richmond Hill, Canada - Mansteeel Rebar Ltd

Mansteeel Rebar Ltd

Verified Company

Richmond Hill, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

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Internal Job Posting_

We are currently seeking a
Health & Safety Specialist to join the Richmond Hill plant.

The H&S Coordinator plays a key role in the reduction and elimination of incidents and injuries in the workplace through monitoring, coaching, and supporting the Rebar shop and Management.

Duties & Responsibilities

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Provide support to hourly and salaried staff by having a visible presence on the Production floor.
Communicate and coordinate Occupational Health & Safety procedures, policies and systems on a daily basis to all sitebased personnel;
Assess training requirements for management, supervision, Joint Health and Safety Committee members, and hourly employees.
Plan for, coordinate, and conduct health and safety training including but not limited to: overhead crane, orientations, WHMIS, CPR/First Aid, and specialized training (if possible)
Collaborate with Mansteel supervisory personnel to identify and remedy unsafe working condition.
Proactively identify and prevent hazardous situations and communicate situations to site management
Conduct regular walkthru inspections and audits of construction areas. This includes site inspections; equipment checks and regular spot checks;
Assist with injury management, compliance with company's returntowork policy; Administration of health and safety forms including: Form 7, correspondence to WSIB regarding claims and early and safe return to work programs, modified duty reports and tracking sheet.
Conduct job safety analyses (JSA), safe work procedures (SWP), and physical demands analyses (PDA).
Seek continuous improvement to health, safety, security and environment programs by assisting in inspections and audits, and implementation of subsequent action plans.
Perform other project related duties as assigned

Requirements

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5+ years of practical health and safety experience onsite expertise on large scale manufacturing sites
Postsecondary certificate, diploma, or degree in Occupational Health and Safety is required
Please note this is a
rotating shift role.
2 weeks 8am5:30pm. 2 weeks 7pm4:30am.

Knowledgeable in Occupational Health and Safety legislation, along with the construction, industrial, and manufacturing regulations
Understanding of WSIB and MOL guidelines and requirements
Knowledge of Ontario's Certificate of Recognition (COR) and possessing auditor qualifications and experience will be an asset
Knowledge of Environmental Compliance legislation and the general management of waste, water, air, chemicals, etc.,
Proficient with computer software's, Microsoft Office skills are required
Ability to influence others to follow safety practices, procedures, and regulations
Exceptional interpersonal abilities and solid communication skills are necessary
Ability to meet deadlines under pressure
Organizational and planning skills with ability to delegate or escalate to management when required
Selfdirected, ability to take initiative, and perform as part of a team
First Aid and CPR certificate is an asset.
Valid Drivers' License