County of Barrhead is seeking to fill the role of Health & Safety Coordinator. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), the Health & Safety Coordinator is a proactive team player responsible for the overall guidance, technical support, and administration of the County’s Health & Safety Management System. The position is currently part-time, 80 hours per month.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Facilitate the implementation, administration, and maintenance of the County’s Health & Safety Management System in accordance with applicable legislation.
- Monitor compliance with legislation & OHS Standards, and recommend policies, directives, and necessary procedures for continual improvement and integration into the Health & Safety Management System.
- Monitor Incident and Near Miss Reporting and analyse safety statistics.
- Manage and facilitate the employee and contractor orientation process & training, and re-certification of employees in relation to Health & Safety.
- Provide leadership, technical expertise, and administrative support to the Joint Workplace Health & Safety Committee and its members.
- Coordinate and implement workplace inspections, ensuring they are performed in accordance with the Health & Safety Management System.
- Completing internal hazard and risk assessments for new and existing tasks.
- Coordinate and implement the required internal and external audits.
- Provide leadership, guidance, and direction to all areas of the organization with respect to Health & Safety.
Requirements:
- Health & Safety Diploma or Certificate
- Minimum of 3 years of health and safety experience. Previous municipal experience is an asset, but not a requirement
- Knowledge of PIR/COR program requirements
- Valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license and willingness to travel to various worksites within the County
- Valid First Aid/CPR Certificate
- Certified AMHSA auditor (or comparable) would be an asset
- Experience and knowledge of WCB legislation
- Excellent written communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and interact with staff at various levels of the organization.
- General knowledge of the principles and practices of emergency management and emergency operations would be an asset.
Additional Job Information:
Salary Range: Dependent on qualifications, experience, skills, and knowledge
Posted Date: Jan 04, 2023
Closing Date: Jan 31, 2023