Environmental Health & Safety Advisor- 12-18 Month Contract

Wajax • Edmonton, AB

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Wajax Limited is currently seeking a full-time Permanent Safety Advisor. This job position is an in-person position with required travel. The ideal candidate for this role has a strong Health and safety administration background with keen communication skills. This role requires both office and shop/field time allocation. Wajax EH&S team prides themselves on building lasting relationships within all teams ensuring we provide invaluable collaboration to strengthen the abilities to lead the Organizational core values.

Requirements

• Minimum five years of industrial experience in an OH&S or HSE Advisor role with primary focus on Health and Safety experience.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety legislation in Western Canada is required.
• Post secondary education related to the OH&S or related field is required.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, investigation and problem-solving skills.
• Powerful writing, communication and documentation skills are required.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Experience with safety programs to a minimum COR equivalent.
• Strong auditing experience.
• Strong team member and self-starter.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license & vehicle.
• Willing to travel up to 25%

Nice To Haves

• Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support, participate in and offer coaching to staff and leadership.
• Conducts in-person and virtual site tours, ensuring effective safety practices while providing advice, guidance, and coaching.
• Support remote branches through regular communication and virtual assistance.
• Collaborates with leadership & JHSC with clients and external HS related requests.
• Works jointly with the EHS&W team across Canada on various projects and objectives throughout the year.
• Aids with maintaining the Certificate of Recognition (COR) and action planning.
• Assists leadership in reviewing incident investigation and providing guidance on S.M.A.R.T corrective action development.
• Ensures quality reviews and verification of corrective actions for closure.
• Attends & participates in safety meetings.
• Advises, develops, maintains and assists with implementation of the health and safety program.
• Provides training on a wide range of safety matters that support strategic and operational objectives.
• Reviews legislation, Industry alerts, policies and procedures; monitors legislative and regulatory changes and initiates changes in workplace practices accordingly.

Benefits

• Competitive health and dental benefits with no waiting period for eligibility (100% employer paid premiums), plus health spending account.
• Wajax led e-learning, and product training through industry leading manufacturers.
• Exclusive discounts with a variety of manufacturers and service providers such as Ford, GM, Chrysler, Dell, TELUS, a group mortgage, home & auto insurance program, pet insurance, footwear & workwear, fitness membership, perkopolis, and more.
• Recognition program where points are earned for merchandise or gift certificates, plus cash awards.
• Award-Winning Health and Wellness Program.

What This Job Offers

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