Health & Safety Coordinator - Athabasca, Canada - Athabasca County

Athabasca County

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Athabasca, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

RESPONSIBILITIES

Effectively promote and influence a proactive and positive safety culture.
Facilitate the implementation, administration, and maintenance of the County's Health & Safety Management system in accordance with applicable legislation.
Monitor compliance with legislation and OHS Standards and recommend policies, directives, and necessary procedures for continual improvement and integration into the Health & Safety Management System.
Organize and facilitate the completion of the annual internal and external audits to maintain Athabasca County's COR certification.
Manage and facilitate employee orientations, safety training and recertification requirements.
Manage and facilitate the contractor safety orientation process.
Monitor and track Incident and Near Miss reporting and provide complete detailed analysis of trends and appropriate response plans.
Provide leadership, expertise and administrative support to the Joint Health & Safety Committee and its members.
Coordinate and implement workplace inspections, ensuring they are performed in accordance with legislastion and the Health & Safety Management System.
Provide root cause analysis expertise and lead/assist with incident investigations and assist with the implementation of corrective actions.
Keep abreast of emerging regulatory changes, industry trends and issues for the purpose of developing recommendations in response to changes to mitigate risk.
Coordinate and support fleet safety, including but not limited to the National Safety Code (NSC) requirements.
Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

Postsecondary education related to Health, Safety and Environment
Minimum of 3 years of health and safety experience, preferably in a municipal setting
Considerable knowledge of OH&S legislation and ability to interpret relevant legislation
Thorough knowledge of PIR/COR program requirements
Experience and knowledge of WCB legislation, injury reporting, and disability claim management
Valid Class 5 driver's license
Certified AMHSA auditor (or comparable) would be an asset
Valid Standard First Aid with CPR certification
Valid WHMIS/TDG certification
Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, written and verbal communication skills with ability to develop and maintain effective and productive relationships
Demonstrated administrative and organizational skills including reporting and budget management
Proficient use of computers and relevant software programs
This position requires a clear criminal background check.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Pay:
$85,230.00-$99,706.00 per year

Benefits: