Occupational Health - Terrace, Canada - City of Terrace

City of Terrace

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Terrace, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Description

City of Terrace

Occupational Health & Safety Manager:

3 Year Term

To be responsible to develop, update, and implement safety policies, procedures, and guidelines in compliance with local, provincial, and federal guidelines.
Conduct regular reviews and revisions of safety policies to reflect changing legal requirements and organization needs.
To identify potential safety hazards through regular inspections, incident reports, and consultation with staff
Conducting an organizationwide safety audit to establish a baseline set of indicators for which safety improvements can be made.
Coordinate with the Human Resources Manager and relevant parties on returntowork plans for staff who have been absent due to injury or illness.
Recommend and implement measures to mitigate risks, including engineering controls, administrative practices, and personal protective equipment.
Foster a culture of safety awareness by organizing and promoting safety campaigns, awareness events, and initiatives.
Communicate safety information through various channels, such as meetings, newsletters, and training sessions.
Manage and maintain accurate records of safetyrelated activities, including inspections, training sessions, incident reports, and corrective actions.
Generate periodic reports for management and regulatory authorities to demonstrate compliance and track performance.
Serve as the primary liaison for all safetyrelated matters within the City.
Participate in the JOSH committee and participate in other staffled committees.
Ensure that processes and policies are consistent with WorksafeBC's COR program so that the City is wellsuited to take on this program in the coming years.
Work flexible hours to connect with employees at the start of their shifts.
Professional certification in Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field considered an asset.
Minimum five years of related experience.
Knowledge of Worksafe BC regulations, guidelines, and standards.
Must have effective verbal and written communication skills.
Experience with budget preparation and management.
Strong organization, critical thinking, problem solving skills, and high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Valid First Aid or willing to obtain.
Valid Class 5 BC driver's licence.

The following are measurable, anticipated outcomes demonstrating success in this position. The occupational Health and Safety Manager will be responsible for reporting on these (and other) key performance indicators biannually.

Reduction in workplace incidents and injuries.
Reduction in lost time injuries.
Increase in number and quality of toolbox talk minutes, job hazard assessments, and safety meeting minutes, signed and adopted by appropriate staff members.
Reduction in instances of property damage.
Reduction in WorksafeBC experience rating.
Improvement in staff sentiment around health and safety (as demonstrated in annual employee engagement surveys).

Position Status:

Exempt - Temporary Full-time (3 years)

Hours of Work:

35 hours per week

Rate of Pay:

$87,550 per year

Closing Date:

March 15, 2024

To Apply:

We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Education :
College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience : 5 years or more