Environmental Health & Safety Advisor

Wajax • Sudbury, ON

1d • CA$75,000 - CA$90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Wajax Limited is currently seeking a full-time Permanent Safety Advisor. This is an in-person role with required travel. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in Health & Safety administration and demonstrates excellent communication skills. This role requires both office and shop/field time allocation. The Wajax EH&S team prides itself on building strong, collaborative relationships across all departments, ensuring we provide meaningful support that strengthens leadership capabilities and aligns with our organizational core values.

Requirements

• Minimum three to five years of industrial experience in an OH&S or HSE Advisor role with a primary focus on Health & Safety.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety legislation in Ontario is required.
• Post secondary education related the OH&S or related field is required.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, investigation, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong writing, documentation, and communication abilities.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Strong team player with the ability to work independently.
• Valid Class G driver's license and access to a vehicle.

Nice To Haves

• Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation considered an asset.
• Willing to travel up to 25% within Ontario.

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 matters.
• Work collaboratively with the national EHS team on annual projects and strategic objectives.
• Assist leadership in reviewing incident investigations and developing S.M.A.R.T corrective actions.
• Ensures quality reviews and verification of corrective actions for timely closure.
• Attend and participate in safety meetings.
• Advise, develop, maintain and assist with implementation of the health and safety programs.
• Deliver training on a wide range of safety topics that support strategic and operational goals.
• Review legislation, industry alerts, policies and procedures; monitors regulatory changes and recommend updates to workplace practices as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits
• Learning and development
• Competitive health and dental benefits with no waiting period for eligibility (100% employer paid premiums)
• 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree