Occupational Health - Vancouver, Canada - TRIUMF

TRIUMF

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Vancouver, Canada

6 days ago

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Sophia Lee

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TRIUMF
, Canada's particle accelerator centre. We are a publicly funded, not-for-profit research lab that is a hub for discovery and innovation.

Our mission is to serve as Canada's particle accelerator centre. We advance isotope science and technology, both fundamental and applied. We collaborate across communities and disciplines, from nuclear and particle physics to the life and material sciences. We discover and innovate, inspire and educate, creating knowledge and opportunity for all.

TRIUMF's diverse community of nearly 600 multidisciplinary researchers, engineers, technicians, tradespeople, staff, and students create a unique incubator for Canadian excellence, as well as a portal to premier global collaborations.

Fueling innovation and improving lives, we are committed to accelerating discovery and shaping a better world.

TRIUMF's Environment, Health and Safety (EH&S) department provides
TRIUMF management and staff with the tools and information to minimize the impact of
TRIUMF operations on the environment and to ensure a healthy workforce and a safe workplace.

EH&S enables
TRIUMF to maintain excellence in scientific research.

What you would do:
The OH&S Manager is responsible for administering and advising the Chief Safety Officer (CSO), the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO), the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), and the
TRIUMF Leadership Team on OH&S policies and procedures

Other responsibilities include:

Program Development and Management:
Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive OHS policies, procedures, and programs.
Support the development and implementation of
TRIUMF's Emergency Response and Preparedness program
Continuously evaluate and improve OHS programs to meet the evolving needs of the laboratory and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate to plan, conduct, report and address outcomes of risk assessments and safety audits to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions.
Establish and maintain a system to ensure regular inspections are carried out and documented to prevent the development of unsafe acts, practices and conditions.
Regulatory Compliance:
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and other relevant agencies.
Prepare and submit necessary reports and documentation to regulatory bodies.
Maintain working knowledge of periodic changes in safety regulations and standards to ensure compliance.
Training and Education:
Develop and deliver OHS training programs for employees, researchers, and contractors.
Promote a culture of safety through continuous education and awareness programs.
Coordinate and conduct safety drills and emergency response exercises.
Incident Management:
Lead and/or significantly support incident and emergency responses.
Lead and/or support investigations of workplace incidents, accidents, and nearmisses to determine root causes and implement preventive measures.
Maintain accurate records of incidents and safety violations and prepare reports for senior management.
Develop and implement strategies to reduce the occurrence of workplace incidents.
Team Leadership:
Supervise and mentor the OHS team
Foster a collaborative and proactive approach to health and safety
Manage the OHS budget, resources, and external consultants as needed.
Oversees the development of preventative programs
Design, establish, and maintain a departmental structure and staffing levels
Serve as the primary alternate to the Chief Safety Officer during incidents and emergencies.
Collaboration and Communication:
Collaborate with various departments to integrate OHS programs into daily operations and to ensure the incorporation of regulatory requirements and principles for management system requirements.
Attend regular periodic meetings with
TRIUMF Leadership, various oversight boards, and the Chief Safety Officer.
Serve as the primary point of contact for all OHS matters and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
Represent the laboratory in external safety forums and professional organizations.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Proficient experience managing safety programs and support staff providing oversight of laboratory, medical or research facilities, or mediumsized industrial facilities performing hazardous chemical or nuclear operations.
Progressive experience in development, implementation, and assessment of policies and procedures designed to ensure activities are conducted in a safe, healthy, environmentally, and socially responsible manner; aimed at preventing incidents, injuries, occupational exposures to hazardous constituents, effluent emissions, and damage to facilities.
A comprehensive knowledge of chemical hazards associated with industrial, pharmaceutical, or nuclear operations and their mitigation to protect workers, the public, and the environment.
A strong working knowledge of OH&S regulations, the principles of integrated safet