Senior SHE Specialist

DENSO•Guelph, ON

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Health and Safety Specialist leads and supports associates across all departments in the investigation, prevention, and continuous reduction of workplace injuries. This role takes a proactive and data-driven approach to managing safety risks, ensuring compliance, and fostering a strong safety culture. The position requires comprehensive analysis and reporting of key performance indicators (KPIs), injury data, and WSIB claim costs.

Requirements

Post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field.
Minimum five (5) years of experience in a Health & Safety role.
Strong report writing and data analysis skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
Strong facilitation and leadership skills across all levels of the organization.
Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and root cause analysis capabilities.
Ability to build positive and effective relationships with associates and stakeholders.
Commitment to continuous improvement and proactive risk management.

Nice To Haves

Health & Safety specialist designations such as CRST, CRSP, or CSP
Certification or working knowledge of ISO 14001 (Environmental Management) and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety Management)
Certification in Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) training
Demonstrated experience in ergonomic risk assessment and analysis

Responsibilities

Investigate health and safety incidents/issues, prepare detailed reports, and lead the identification and implementation of effective corrective actions.
Maintain accurate and complete data collection for incidents, KPIs, modified work conditions, and trends.
Analyze and report on KPIs weekly and monthly, providing actionable insights to leadership.
Lead WSIB claims management, including cost analysis, appeals, and proactive claims mitigation strategies.
Champion DENSO ergonomic initiatives to identify and reduce ergonomic risks through assessments and corrective actions.
Lead the workplace inspection process, ensuring timely identification of hazards and closure of corrective actions.
Facilitate the Early and Safe Return to Work (ESRTW) process for all injuries, including case management and continuous improvement strategies.
Identify training needs, develop cost-effective training plans, and implement verification methods to ensure compliance and competency.
Track and improve Health & Safety processes, ensuring alignment with legislative requirements and corporate standards.
Lead compliance initiatives, including internal audits, gap assessments, and corrective action tracking.
Support Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) activities, including meeting facilitation and follow-up on recommendations.
Coordinate emergency preparedness and response activities, including drills, training, and plan reviews.
Promote a strong safety culture through communication, engagement, and recognition programs.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned, including participation in cross-functional projects and corporate initiatives.