Associate Health & Safety

Regional Municipality of Peel • Brampton, ON

6d • CA$94,455 - CA$118,069 • Hybrid

About The Position

At the Region of Peel, we are committed to fostering a safe, healthy, and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive. Reporting to the Manager, Workplace Health, Safety & Wellness, the Health and Safety Associate will work with a team of Associates to support internal client groups and enhance corporate programs. The Associate will inspect and monitor work practices to ensure the department’s legislative compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations related to the relevant industry sector as well as compliance with Regional policies and procedures.

Requirements

• A University Degree/Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or related field
• A Canadian Registered Safety Professional designation (or working towards your designation)
• A minimum of (3) three years of related work experience, dealing with an array of safety hazards (e.g. construction, working from heights, workplace violence, and ergonomics). An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
• Experience in leading continuous improvement and change management initiatives
• Experience in establishing and implementing requirements of management system standards
• Working knowledge of safety management systems
• Knowledge of disability management and accommodations
• Experience working in a unionized environment
• Thorough knowledge of relevant Acts, Codes and Regulations
• Investigation and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent interpersonal, research, time management and organizational skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills in order to develop and lead training sessions
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office applications

Nice To Haves

• Ergonomic experience would be preferred

Responsibilities

• Delivering professional and proactive services to guide, support and empower workplace partners in fostering a safe, healthy, and inclusive work environment.
• Promote psychological health and wellness initiatives and take a leadership role in their implementation.
• Identify, assess and implement controls regarding health and safety hazards.
• Prepare policies and procedures in consultation with the Health and Safety team and client group representatives.
• Ensure contractor compliance with departmental and Regional policies.
• Prepare reports and make recommendations on safe work practices.
• Act as a resource for the department Joint Health and Safety Committee(s).
• Investigate workplace injuries and accidents and prepare recommendations for prevention procedures.
• Provide expert interpretation and solutions to implement legislation, standards, codes and internal policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and support workplace inspections.
• Provide ergonomics support.
• Facilitate and support occupational health and safety training.
• Contribute to disability claims management and Early Return to Work programs.
• Recommend the acquisition of health and safety equipment and personal protective equipment.
• Liaise with the Ministry of Labour, Workplace Safety and Insurance Board and other government agencies, as required.
• Partner with other internal staff to educate and establish a management systems approach for health and safety and accident prevention.
• On-site Health and Safety support as required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision plan (including psychological health coverage)
• OMERS Pension Plan
• Vacation Time That Grows (starting with 3 weeks per year)
• Personal Days Just for You (3 paid personal days)
• Floating holidays
• Flexible hours
• Annual performance reviews with merit increases
• Tuition reimbursement
• Development resources

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree