Safety Specialist

Stelco•Haldimand, ON

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Stelco has one opening for a Safety Specialist. This position will assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive safety and occupational health programs and conducting safety and process reviews to ensure compliance and continuous improvement. At Stelco, Safety is a Core Value, and this role requires a steadfast commitment to prioritizing safety in all work activities. This includes providing monitoring and safety support for day-to-day operations, maintenance activities, project work, and contractor/vendor safety performance to ensure safe and efficient execution of all tasks. The primary work location for this role will be the Stelco Lake Erie facility. However, the Manager reserves the right to modify the employees’ primary work location as needed to meet business needs. This is an existing vacancy.

Requirements

Degree or Diploma in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or any closely related field
3 Years of experience in Safety and/or Industrial Hygiene in an Industrial environment, preferably in integrated steelmaking operations.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and unsupervised while maintaining high standards of safety and professionalism
Extensive safety training
Strong communication skills, both written and oral
Excellent organizational and planning skills
Self-motivated problem solver
Leadership capabilities
Computer skills, particularly MS Office
As an individual contributor, qualified candidates for this role also must demonstrate the ability to champion change and effective communication while contributing to team success.
A valid G or G2 Ontario driver’s license and vehicle is mandatory
Must be legally authorized to work in the location they apply to.

Nice To Haves

CRSP, CSP, CRST or equivalent safety designation would be an asset
Passion for Health and Safety as demonstrated by a commitment to professional learning and development in this field of study

Responsibilities

Assist facilities in implementing corporate/plant/division specific Safety & Industrial Hygiene initiatives
Collaborate with stakeholders, including Division and Area Managers, Union H&S representatives, employees, and relevant departments, to organize hazard identification workshops to develop, review and update Risk Register for the area based on findings, changes in processes, or organizational developments.
Analyze safety data/trends (internal & external) and assist in the development of corrective action plans
Collaborate on a scheduled basis with division and area managers in appraising the performance of units, reviewing division and area incident experience, and collaborate on recommendations and action to be taken by the respective unit concerning Safety & Industrial Hygiene issues
Assist in the development of safety training modules and deliver select safety training as required.
Conduct frequent reviews of established plant safety and industrial hygiene procedures to ensure ongoing effectiveness and compliance
Assist in generating division specific information for monthly safety meetings. Audit random meetings for quality of information, presentation of instructor, and employee participation.
Assist departments/divisions in implementing improvement plans for noted deficiencies
Assist divisions in developing and implementing procedures including Safe Job Procedures, energy control procedures, Standard Practices and PPE requirements.
Participate in Hazardous Job Meetings for tasks involving significant risks
Periodically conduct safety conversations with employees as well as line management to ensure the consistent use and quality of the safety conversation program
Conduct joint safety inspections and audits with Supervisors and bargaining unit Health & Safety (H&S) representatives. Utilize these inspections and audits to educate Supervisors and bargaining unit H&S representatives on hazard recognition and mitigation.
Foster a collaborative environment where safety is a shared responsibility and knowledge is continuously exchanged.
Conduct walk through of divisions observing conditions and work practices. Take immediate steps to modify unsafe practices and elicit required personnel to address housekeeping and unsafe conditions noted
Interact with MOL Inspectors as required and follow up on issues arising from any visits
Take on-call responsibilities, typically one week per month, to respond promptly to any safety incidents or emergencies that occur outside of regular working hours and provide expert guidance and support to ensure swift and effective resolution of safety issues.
Participate in the pre-startup safety review of new facilities, equipment or processes in conjunction with Engineering, Maintenance and Operating personnel
Participate in the development of plant specific safety and hygiene audit programs
Research industry best practices i.e. CSA, ASME, ANSI, ACGIH, NFPA, MOL Guidelines, etc.
Order and receive safety-related supplies and services as required
Participate in the development and implementation of training programs for plant management and union
Provide assistance in communicating new systems initiatives or system-related changes for any Safety and IH systems in use at plant locations, and provide feedback on new initiatives or changes as needed
Participate in, recommend corrective actions and perform follow-ups for incident and injury investigations