Supervisor, Safety

Vale • Greater Sudbury, ON

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Supervisor, Safety provides real‑time health and safety expertise to Ontario Operations, reducing risk through proactive partnerships with stakeholders. It requires strong social, technical, and commercial knowledge to navigate legislation, plant operations, the Ministry, and union relationships. The position leads and participates actively in Safety and Health initiatives and supports operations during off‑hours, including participation in the HSR on‑call roster.
Additionally, in this position you will:
MOL interface duties include acting as the primary contact during all inspector visits, travelling with inspectors, responding to orders and information requests, maintaining internal MOL databases, requesting extensions, submitting all required reports, supporting appeals and investigations, and communicating MOL activity to managers, superintendents, supervisors and the union.
JHSC representation involves participating as a site representative and helping develop actions that improve overall health and safety performance.
Field coaching responsibilities include coaching superintendents, supervisors and workers on safety systems and field‑level risk tools, spending significant time in the field, observing interactions and identifying opportunities to strengthen risk management practices.
Incident management duties include supporting investigations, confirming final injury and incident classifications, documenting findings and coordinating return‑to‑work requirements with line management.
Risk assessment leadership includes leading or supporting JHAs, MOCs, BTAs and other assessments, investigating operational and process safety events, determining root causes and developing preventive recommendations.
Strategic planning support includes contributing to execution strategies with the Operational Risk Specialist and supporting operating plans aligned with the Ontario Strategy Plan.
Emergency and audit responsibilities include advising leadership during emergencies, maintaining emergency plans and preparing accurate audit and report documentation.
SHE programs and regulatory expertise include delivering SHE awareness programs, providing regular activity reports, participating in SHE‑related risk assessments and maintaining strong knowledge of the OHSA and all applicable regulations including Mines and Mining Plants.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of experience in OHS
• Minimum 5 years supervising in operations, including leading crews and applying best work practices.
• Extensive experience with safety systems
• Expert Knowledge of OHS codes and industry standards.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and work well with others in a team environment.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Obsessed with safety and risk.
• Demonstrate open and transparent dialogue in all aspects of work.

Nice To Haves

• College Diploma or University Degree in a related industrial field
• Canadian Registered Safety Professional Certification
• Common Core for Generic First Line Supervisor (770141)

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact during all inspector visits, travelling with inspectors, responding to orders and information requests, maintaining internal MOL databases, requesting extensions, submitting all required reports, supporting appeals and investigations, and communicating MOL activity to managers, superintendents, supervisors and the union.
• Participate as a site representative and help develop actions that improve overall health and safety performance.
• Coach superintendents, supervisors and workers on safety systems and field‑level risk tools, spending significant time in the field, observing interactions and identifying opportunities to strengthen risk management practices.
• Support investigations, confirm final injury and incident classifications, document findings and coordinate return‑to‑work requirements with line management.
• Lead or support JHAs, MOCs, BTAs and other assessments, investigate operational and process safety events, determine root causes and develop preventive recommendations.
• Contribute to execution strategies with the Operational Risk Specialist and support operating plans aligned with the Ontario Strategy Plan.
• Advise leadership during emergencies, maintain emergency plans and prepare accurate audit and report documentation.
• Deliver SHE awareness programs, provide regular activity reports, participate in SHE‑related risk assessments and maintain strong knowledge of the OHSA and all applicable regulations including Mines and Mining Plants.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation including a variable annual incentive plan
• Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension package
• Comprehensive benefits package (company paid core coverage, health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans and optional insurances)
• Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation, flex, sick, parental)
• Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Virtual Healthcare online
• Online training and career development opportunities

What This Job Offers

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