- Develop, implement, and maintain policies, programs, procedures, and guidelines to ensure strict compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its prescribed regulations (, asbestos, WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems), construction regulations, etc.), Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, and other safety and environmental legislation and standards as well as to support UHN's policies and strategic goals.
- Provide subject matter expertise and training to all levels of the organization including senior management, union partners, department management, staff, contractors, learners, and volunteers.
- Monitor, investigate and track reported workplace incidents and identify corrective actions and trends for continuous improvement.
- Investigate staff, contractor, learner and/or volunteer safety concerns, conduct hazard assessments, physical demands analysis (PDA), audit workplace practices and compliance with legislation, collective agreements, internal policies and procedures, standards and complete occupational hygiene testing.
- Represent UHN and liaise with the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) and other external organizations and representatives, regarding safety investigations, compliance audits and other matters as appropriate.
- 5 – 7 years of related experience
- Completion of generalist University Degree (, Bachelor of Arts, Science, Nursing) or equivalent
- A 3-year Occupational Health and Safety related diploma or degree required.
- Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP - Canadian) or / Certified Safety Professional (CSP – American equivalent)/ Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH – American) or Registered Occupational Hygienist (ROH - Canadian)/ Canadian Certified Professional Ergonomist (CCPE)/ Certified Health and Safety Consultant (CHSC)
- Competitive offer packages
- Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP )
- Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
- A flexible work environment
- Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
- Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)
Safety Services Manager - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network
Description
Company Description
The University Health Network encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of groundbreaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.
Job Description
Union: Non-Union
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: UHN Safety Services
Reports to: Director, Safety Services
Grade: M0:04
Hours: hours per week
Salary: $79,186-$98,982 annually (To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy)
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Closing Date: May 5, 2024
Position Summary
The role of the Safety Manager is to develop, maintain and support a comprehensive occupational health and safety program that fosters a healthy and safe occupational environment for the UHN Community.
The Safety Manager is responsible for the development, implementation and maintenance of Health & Safety programs, policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines and ensure compliance with all applicable legislation and standards, UHN's corporate polices and collective agreements and support UHN's mission and values.
Candidates holding Canadian Certified Professional Ergonomist (CCPE) is considered a priority for the role.
Duties
Qualifications
Additional Information
Why join UHN?
In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.
Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.
Vaccines (COVID and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.
UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
University Health Network thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.
UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.
Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.
All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN's mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.
UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.