Health & Safety and Facilities Coordinator

Health & Safety and Facilities Coordinator
Permanent

The County is seeking applications for the position of Health & Safety and Facilities Coordinator. This position is responsible for the planning and implementation of the Thorhild County Safety Program and oversees the maintenance and inspections of Thorhild County facilities. This position reports directly to the Director of Infrastructure Services.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Assist in maintaining compliance and developing the safety management system program;

Conduct regular field visits ensuring these sites comply with the policies, procedures and safe work guidelines set by Thorhild County;

Act as a resource and provide mentoring/training to address health, safety & well-being concerns related to physical work environment with respect to the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Thorhild County policies and procedures;

Assist in internal audits, developing Job Hazard Analysis, Safe Work Procedures, and Health & Safety Policies;

Promote and facilitate employee safety committees and programs, safe work practices, injury prevention activities by coordinating regular safety meetings, joint worksite health and safety committee meetings and delivering presentations;

Conduct worksite inspections, incident investigations and observations identifying hazards or potential hazards, recommend risk reduction and preventative measures and supervise the installation of safety features and introduction of safe work practices;

Prepare, plan, and manage maintenance and annual inspections for county owned facilities.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

Health and Safety Degree, Diploma or Certificate required. AMHSA Certification as a Municipal Health and Safety Advisor and/or Consultant Auditor is preferred;

A strong focused commitment to safety and a safety leader, including personal safety, safety of co-workers, and protection of property on the job in accordance and compliance with company practices, policies, and government legislation.

Comprehensive knowledge of Alberta laws and regulations pertaining to the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Workers Compensation Act.

Ability to multi-task, pay close attention to details with strong organizational skills to effectively manage time.

Strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, adaptability, and communication skills required to work with employees and external individuals on different levels.

Current Standard First Aid/CPR

Valid Class 5 driver’s license

Must participate in a Fitness to Hire Assessment.

Successful candidate will be required to provide a Criminal Records Check and Driver’s Abstract

The County offers a comprehensive benefit program. Salary to be determined based on applicant’s level of education and experience. Hourly pay range for this position is ($38.62-$50.25). Current employees of Thorhild County fulfilling the requirements essential to this position shall be considered for this position.

Thorhild County is requesting interested applicants to submit their resume by noon on January 19, 2023. However, the position will remain open until a suitable candidate is hired.

Employer Contact:

Name: Laurie Andrushchyshyn Email: laurie.andrushchyshyn@thorhildcounty.com

Additional Job Information:

Posted Date: Dec 22, 2022
Closing Date: Jan 19, 2023