Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator - Surrey, Canada - Sunrise Farms

Sunrise Farms

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Surrey, Canada

1 day ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Sunrise Farms is a group of companies with primary focus in the poultry industry.

From our hatcheries to our "ready to eat" state of the art cooking facilities we service customers in the retail, food service and industrial sectors.

We are proud of our support of the Canadian farm as well as our investment in the latest equipment and technologies at our facilities across Canada.

Our test kitchens have the most current cooking equipment replicating that used in commercial establishments, to facilitate precision testing. This way you know the product you receive will perform to your expectations. We are proud of our long-standing partnerships with family-owned Canadian chicken farmers to produce high quality products.

Objectives of the Role:

This position is for responsible for the on going development and enhancement of the plant's Occupational, Health and Safety Program.

This involves implementing the approved health and safety initiatives to maintain compliance with OH&S legislation. Performing inspections of the facility and equipment identify potential hazards and recommend preventative measures. Investigate accidents and work-related illnesses. As well, support the facility in general health.

Position Responsibilities:

Responsible for management of daytoday management of the health & safety issues within the plant
Support in Preparing F7's and monitor claims
Coordinate the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee.
Coordinate monthly first aid meetings
Implement and oversee safety programs
Identification of hazardous conditions and practices, including Lockout/Tagout procedures, risk assessments and development of recommendation
Ensuring the quality of accident investigations and the completion of documentation
Support in arranging and coordinating returntowork and modified duties for employees.
Maintain/update Job Safety Analysis and preparation of safe work practices.
Provide support, advice and guidance with respect to all health and safety activities.
Produces reports and statistical information as required
Work closely with management to ensure all Health and Safety policies and procedures are adhered to as required by legislation
Assist with new employee orientation and safety training
Nonoccupational disability claims management.
Ensures all programs remain current with changing requirements/regulations and the entire safety program is reviewed annually.
Work with Safety Advisor from Safety Alliance of BC to work toward OSSE certification
Perform other duties as required

Required Experience:

35 years' experience in the administration of policies and legislative compliance
Experience in safety or a related field preferably in a manufacturing environment
Bachelor's degree or Diploma in an accredited Occupational Health and Safety certification program
CRSP designation an asset

Required Skills and Education:

Comprehensive knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety legislation combined with training in hazard recognition, assessment and control
Knowledge of Return To Work and modified work programs
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work with union and management personnel in a collaborative environment
Self starting proactive individual who can work well independently and in a team environment
Transparency in dealing with others, high level of integrity and work ethic
Excellent analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills

At Sunrise Farms we are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer.

All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.