Occupational Health & Safety Specialist

Provides “hands on” and site level occupational safety & health technical expertise. Seeks continuous improvement of all occupational safety & health processes, maintaining a risk based approach to support a company culture that “all incidents can be prevented”. Specific Responsibilities: Work with the occupational safety & health technician, manager and/or director to develop strong professional knowledge, skills and abilities. Assist in the development of occupational safety & health strategies and implement corporate initiatives focusing on safety. Act as a resource providing occupational safety & health support for line management and personnel within assigned area. Implement and support occupational safety & health policies, procedures and initiatives for successful business unit goal(s) achievement. Support and deliver occupational safety & health training as required. Implement and communicate all necessary occupational safety & health strategies within assigned area. Conduct routine occupational safety & health inspections (formal and non-formal) within assigned area of responsibility. Monitor occupational safety & health performance, data/statistical reporting and trends for possible impacts on occupational safety & health performance. Audit processes to ensure efficiency, effectiveness and consistency. Work with occupational safety & health team and line management to develop a culture that truly believe in the goal that “all incidents can be prevented”. Influences others through consistent model management: “walks the talk” philosophies, solid business fundamentals and sound ethics. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Education and Experience: Formal Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree or Associates degree from an accredited college, university or technical school in Occupational Safety & Health or relevant discipline considered an asset. Professional Designation Required: Board of Certified Safety Professional STS(C) and/or CHST or equivalent preferred. Experience: Strong technical, planning, organization, communication, team building and leadership skills. We are an equal opportunity employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr