Health & Safety Specialist - Mississauga, Canada - City of Mississauga

City of Mississauga

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Mississauga, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Req ID: 22814

Vacancy Type:
Temporary, Up to 1 year contract

Number of Positions: 1

Closing Date: 01/11/2023

Job Summary:

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide expert advice, guidance, recommendations and direction where necessary to all levels of Divisional Management with regards to occupational safety
Act as an advisor/consultant to the various Divisional Joint Health and Safety Committees (JHSC)
Ensure all necessary client groups are informed of relevant changes or updates to applicable legislation from the Ministry of Labour Training and Skills Development (MLTSD)
Maintain, interpret and communicate monthly / quarterly safety metrics including Incident/Accident frequency on a regular basis to the Divisional Leadership Teams & JHSC's
Work in conjunction with the other departmental Safety Specialists to develop and recommend safety protocols and procedures for Corporate improvements or Divisional alignment
Develop & deliver safety training and awareness materials and programs as well as manage external safety training providers
Provide Supervisor's with support in conducting employee safety related investigations
Review all divisional reported Incident/Accidents and Manager/Supervisor corrective actions for report requirements (cause, category, incident description)
Conduct corporate or divisional needs and/or requests with hazard/risk assessments
Participate in MLTSD inspections, investigations and provide assistance with order compliance as applicable Attend work sites and facilities inperson as well work remotely (from home) when required
Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications:

Must have a postsecondary education in Occupational Health and Safety or related discipline
A Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) or Certified Health and Safety Consultant (CHSC) Designation, Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or Registered Occupational Hygienist (ROH) would be considered an asset
Minimum 35 years in progressive experience related to occupational safety is preferred
Strong project management skills
Experience in writing and implementing specific work procedures and conducting customized training programs
Experience in a consulting/advisory role to a Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) is preferred Experience in the investigation of noncompliance with occupational safety and HR policies and procedures is preferred
Experience or knowledge of the development and implementation of a Health and Safety Management System is preferred
Computer literacy in MS Office including; Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Share Point and web based safety reporting systems and tools (e.g incidents, inspections, training and staff screening)
Ability to anticipate, recognise and respond to both critical noncritical situations calmly, professionally and effectively in both union and nonunion environments
Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills specially strong writing skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Experience with delivering basic driver training and completing basic onroad G Class driver evaluations
Must have a valid G class driver's license, with an acceptable driving record.

Hourly Rate/Salary:
$ $61.16

Hours of Work: 35

Work Location:
Civic Centre

Department/Division/Section:
CPS/Corporate Services Dept, CPS/HR Division, Healthy Workplace

Non-Union/Union:
Non Union

All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.