Health and Safety Coordinator

TEAM GROUP OF COMPANIES•Oshawa, ON

12h•CA$75,000 - CA$85,000•Onsite

About The Position

TEAM Group is seeking a qualified Health and Safety Coordinator to support its divisions in the Oshawa, ON area. The role involves enforcing a culture of safety at the GM Oshawa Assembly Plant, maintaining and improving health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter and problem solver, responsible for providing training, conducting routine inspections, auditing, and participating in investigative practices within a general industrial setting. This position requires a willingness to occasionally work different days and shifts based on business needs.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of health and safety experience in an industrial, manufacturing, automotive, facility services, or similar environment.
Demonstrated experience conducting workplace inspections, incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action management.
Experience working in a unionized environment and building effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and union representatives.
Experience administering WSIB claims, return-to-work programs, and workplace injury management.
Strong working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and applicable regulations.
Experience facilitating safety meetings, toolbox talks, and employee training programs.
Strong organizational, communication, conflict resolution, and relationship-building skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and safety management systems.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and influence positive safety behaviours throughout the workplace.
Ability to work flexible hours as required to support multiple shifts.

Nice To Haves

Post-secondary education in Occupational Health and Safety or a related discipline preferred.
Train-the-Trainer certification or experience delivering Forklift, Scissor Lift (MEWP), and Working at Heights training preferred.
First Aid and CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain a visible and active presence on the production floor, promoting a culture of safety and regulatory compliance.
Conduct routine workplace inspections, hazard assessments, behavioural observations, and safety audits to identify and mitigate workplace risks.
Investigate workplace incidents, injuries, near misses, property damage events, and safety concerns, utilizing root cause analysis to determine corrective and preventive actions.
Partner with supervisors, managers, Joint Health and Safety Committee members, and employees to identify safety concerns and develop practical solutions.
Monitor the completion and effectiveness of corrective actions resulting from inspections, audits, investigations, and customer findings.
Facilitate and participate in Joint Health and Safety Committee activities, workplace inspections, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
Deliver safety orientations, toolbox talks, and training programs to employees and management.
Maintain accurate health and safety records, documentation, training records, incident files, and compliance-related reports.
Support WSIB claims management, return-to-work programs, and workplace accommodation processes as required.
Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), applicable regulations, customer requirements, and company policies.
Provide coaching and guidance to supervisors and employees on safe work practices, hazard recognition, and regulatory requirements.
Assist with the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of safety programs, procedures, and training materials.
Participate in customer audits and support site leadership in addressing safety-related concerns.
Perform other related duties as assigned.