Director, Workplace Health & Safety

Believeco Partners Ltd; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Winnipeg seeks a Director, Health and Safety to develop and implement Occupational Health and Safety Programs. This role requires strong leadership and communication skills to ensure a safe workplace, especially with Indigenous communities. A Bachelor's degree related to Occupational Health and Safety and experience in community-based programs are essential. The position offers a salary range of $125,000 to $150,000.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of OH&S legislation including OHSA, WSIA, OHRC, AODA.
• Experience in developing and implementing health, safety and wellbeing programs.
• Experience with community-based health and safety programs.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage comprehensive safety programs.
• Foster a health and safety culture through policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders for strategy development.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Overview / Aperçu du poste

Director, Health and Safety will be responsible for developing, implementing and managing Occupational Health and Safety Programs across ChangeMakers (the Company) with special focus on the First Nations Child and Family Services and Jordan’s Principle Claims Helper Program (the Program). The main duties include working with senior leadership, employees and stakeholders to develop and implement strategies, policies and approaches that position the Company and the Program as a safe workplace using trauma-informed and culturally safe practices, that will protect individuals and the organization, reduce lost time due to injuries and illnesses, and improve productivity. The role ensures compliance with external health and safety bodies and provides support to internal teams regarding provincial and territory labour laws and health and safety regulations, including claims, accident reporting, and compliance with relevant legislation.

Key Responsibilities / Responsabilités principales

• Lead the design and deployment of comprehensive safety programs founded on data analysis and industry best practices that are trauma-informed and culturally safe.
• Foster and maintain a health and safety culture across all levels by developing clear policies, procedures, and processes that are practical and actionable in day-to-day operations through leadership and employee engagement.
• Ensure compliance with external health and safety bodies and provide support to internal teams on provincial/territory labour laws and regulations, including claims, accident reporting and compliance with relevant legislation.
• Act as a liaison between the company and provincial/territorial health and safety bodies for ongoing claims management.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop and integrate strategies across the organization.
• Investigate incidents and accidents, conduct root cause analyses, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Perform additional tasks such as workplace inspections and audits, workers’ claims and return to work, and emergency response and preparedness.

Required Skills and Competencies / Aptitudes et compétences requises

• Must have: Bachelor’s Degree, Diploma, or Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety or related field with knowledge of OH&S legislation (e.g., OHSA, WSIA, OHRC, AODA) and applicable codes and standards.
• Proven experience in developing, implementing and managing progressive health, safety and wellbeing programs.
• Experience applying project and change management principles to Health & Safety initiatives.
• Experience in health and safety for community-based programs (e.g., mobile social workers, personal support workers).
• Lived or work experience with Indigenous communities is preferred.
• Strong communication, problem-solving and leadership skills. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Willingness to travel. Valid driver’s license.

Nice to have / Qualités souhaitables

• Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation or working towards it.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Bilingualism (English & French) is an asset.

Salary / Fourchette salariale

Salary Range: $125,000 – $150,000

Application Process / Procédure de candidature

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application, including a resume and cover letter, highlighting their relevant experience and alignment with the role. Open until filled.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion / Équité, diversité et inclusion

Castlemain is committed to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in all its forms and encourages applications from Indigenous communities, racialized communities, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ people, and other historically marginalized communities. Castlemain provides employment accommodations during recruitment as needed.

English version continued:

Overview

The Director, Health and Safety will be responsible for developing, implementing and managing Occupational Health and Safety Programs across ChangeMakers (the Company) with special focus on the First Nations Child and Family Services and Jordan’s Principle Claims Helper Program (the Program). The main duties are to collaborate with senior leadership, employees and stakeholders to develop and implement strategies, policies and approaches that position the Company and the Program as a safe workplace using trauma-informed and culturally safe practices, protecting individuals and the organization, reducing lost time due to injuries and illnesses, and improving productivity.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and deployment of comprehensive safety programs founded on data analysis and industry best practices that are trauma-informed and culturally safe.
• Promote and maintain a health and safety culture at all levels by developing clear policies, procedures and processes that are practical and actionable in day-to-day operations through leadership, employee engagement and regular assessments.
• Ensure compliance with external health and safety bodies and provide support on provincial/territorial labor laws and regulations, including claims, accident reporting and compliance with relevant legislation.
• Act as a liaison with provincial/territorial OH&S bodies for ongoing claims management.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop strategies and integrate across the organization.
• Investigate incidents and accidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Additional tasks such as workplace inspections and audits, workers’ claims and return to work, and emergency response and preparedness.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Bachelor’s Degree, Diploma, or Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety or related field with knowledge of OHSA, WSIA, OHRC, AODA and applicable codes and standards.
• Experience in developing, implementing and managing progressive health, safety and wellbeing programs.
• Experience applying project and change management to health and safety initiatives.
• Experience in community-based health and safety programs.
• Experience with Indigenous communities preferred. Strong communication, problem-solving and leadership skills. Travel-ready. Valid driver’s license.

Nice to have

• CRSP designation or in progress.
• Microsoft Office proficiency. Bilingualism (English & French) is an asset.

Salary

Salary Range: $120,000 – $150,000

Application Process

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application, including a resume and cover letter.