40094: Field Safety Advisor

FedEx Freight; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight Canada is seeking a Field Safety Advisor to lead safety initiatives and ensure compliance with OHSA and provincial/federal regulations. You will investigate incidents, develop corrective actions, and partner with operations, HR and vendors to reduce risks.

The role requires strong analytical skills, bilingual English/French, and a track record in transportation safety. Travel within Canada/US is required, and you will help foster a safety-first culture across centers and yards.

Qualifications

• Post Secondary degree or equivalent work experience in a related field.
• Five (5) years’ experience in transportation/LTL industry or related field.
• Experience and understanding of accepted loss prevention/safety and risk management practices.
• Strong knowledge of Department of Transportation, OHSA, CLC Part II and all other related health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Bilingual English/French, preferred; within the province of Quebec, required.

Responsibilities

• Perform safety / Hazmat / accident / incident / near misses investigations timely, contributing factors identified, prepare reports and summaries for review by operational leadership / Contractor Relations / HR, and ensure any improvement plans identified, implemented.
• Adhere to related federal and provincial requirements, as well as submit all required regulatory filings.
• Track, review and analyze accident / incident and injury data and develop action planning to identify risks and put controls in place.
• Manage and follow up on all reporting through Riskmaster relating to Vehicle Accidents and injuries.
• In collaboration with stakeholders and utilizing QDM methodology, develop and implement a comprehensive and sustainable safety strategy and ensure annual reviews are completed to reduce accidents and injuries.

Skills

Safety investigations

Regulatory compliance

Bilingual English/French

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Post-secondary degree or equivalent

Tools

Riskmaster

Microsoft Office

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW

In partnership with stakeholders, the Field Safety Advisor will develop, recommend, implement and oversee initiatives to promote a safe working environment in accordance with all legislation/regulations and corporate requirements in support of our “Safety Above All” and “Living P-S-P” philosophy.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform safety / Hazmat / accident / incident / near misses’ investigations timely, contributing factors identified, prepare reports and summaries for review by operational leadership / Contractor Relations / HR, and ensure any improvement plans identified, implemented
• Adhere to related federal and provincial requirements, as well as submit all required regulatory filings
• Track, review and analyze accident / incident and injury data and in partnership with leadership and Contractor Relations, develop action planning to identify risks and put controls in place
• Manage and follow up on all reporting through Riskmaster relating to Vehicle Accidents and injuries
• In collaboration with stakeholders and utilizing QDM methodology, develop and implement a comprehensive and sustainable safety strategy and ensure annual reviews are completed to reduce accidents and injuries
• In partnership with Contractor Relations, liaison by maintaining relationships with contractors and vendors
• Develop, implement, and maintain safety policies, procedures and work practices to ensure OHSA and regulatory compliance as outlined by provincial and federal law for the transportation and trucking industry (e.g., ensure all permits are in good standing for CR&FM)
• Manage all safety programs and initiatives (e.g., safety clock; H&S Committee Meetings; daily pre-shifts)
• Administer and evaluate Safety audit procedures, provide improvement plans, program suggestions and implement changes to address/resolve identified trends and ensure OHSA and Regulatory compliance
• Partner with vendors at all levels to ensure compliance and educational guidelines are within scope of the company and the governing body’s regulatory requirements (e.g., AED installation & education)
• Review all Health & Safety Committee meeting minutes for compliance and ensure all raised issues are addressed and closed in a timely manner
• Work with Learning & Development to ensure design and development of instructional and training programs for the safety of employees
• Maintain safety resources library and record keeping systems (e.g., maintain H&S documentation; regulatory certifications, contractor education)
• Participate in safety meetings and awareness campaigns throughout the year to build safety culture for both contractors/vendors and employees
• Participate actively in local, Provincial & National organizations and represent FXFC in a professional manner (e.g., TDC, NTDC, NAIC, CVSA)
• Work with the Telematics department to work through investigation of accidents and any Hours of Service (HOS) violations encountered
• Identify/analyze potential workplace hazards, establish procedures and make recommendations to ensure safety policy policies and practices are put in place
• Inspect service center facilities and yard checks as required
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
• Perform other duties as required

DISCLAIMER

This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, essential functions and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Post Secondary degree or equivalent work experience in a related field
• Five (5) years’ experience in transportation/LTL industry or related field
• Experience and understanding of accepted loss prevention/safety and risk management practices
• Strong knowledge of Department of Transportation, OHSA, CLC Part II and all other related health, safety, and environmental legislation
• Board Canadian Registered Safety Professionals (BCRSP) certification, or ability to successfully complete within 24 months of hire, required.
• JHSC certification I & II or ability to successfully complete within 18 months, required
• WHMIS certification, required, or ability to successfully complete within three (3) months of hire
• TDG certification, required, or ability to successfully complete within three (3) months of hire
• Experience with Accident Investigations
• Knowledge of industrial hygiene, building and fire code legislation
• Valid Driver’s License, required
• Bi-lingual (English/French), preferred; within the province of Quebec, required
• Strong problem solving and analytical abilities, including excellent attention to detail
• Excellent computer skills Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Internet and Outlook)
• Ability/willingness to learn new applications, software, systems, and equipment as required
• Excellent organizational skills with an ability to prioritize effectively and work on multiple tasks effectively
• Excellent verbal written, interpersonal and presentation skills, as well as strong ability to persuade, collaborate, and partner with all levels within the organization
  

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be able and willing to travel within Canada and US, including overnight travel
• May be subject to varying weather conditions and/or work environment (e.g., dock/yard/trailer; loud noises)
• Must be able to work different shifts as required (e.g., early mornings, late evenings, overnights)

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