Health and Safety Assistant

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Winnipeg is seeking a Health and Safety Assistant to collaborate on health and safety programs. The successful candidate will maintain safety records, participate in the occupational hygiene program, and ensure a safe environment for all. A diploma in occupational health and safety is required, along with relevant experience. This full-time position is in-person at St. Boniface Hospital.

Qualifications

• Two years related experience in Occupational Health and Safety is preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Safety Coordinator to support health and safety programs.
• Maintain training records and participate in the occupational hygiene program.
• Ensure a safe and healthy environment for patients and staff.

Skills

Knowledge of computer systems and proficiency in various common software applications

Training in WHMIS and other safety programs

Ability to read, write, speak and understand English

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Strong interpersonal skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Strong organizational and analytical skills

Education

Diploma program in occupational health and safety

Job description

Requisition ID: 386477

Position Number: 20032132

Posting End Date: 08/19/2025

City: Winnipeg

Employer: St. Boniface Hospital

Site: St. Boniface Hospital

Department / Unit: Occupational Health - SBH

Job Stream: Non-Clinical

Union: Non Union

Anticipated Start Date: 09/01/2025

FTE: 1.00

Anticipated Shift: Days

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

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Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the Manager, Human Resources and Occupational Health & Safety, and while demonstrating a commitment to the Mission, Values and Management Philosophy of St. Boniface Hospital, the Health And Safety Assistant is responsible for: working in collaboration with the Safety Coordinator by participating in activities that support health and safety programs and accident reduction, including activities related to Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS) such as maintaining Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS/SDS) inventories, labelling, education and waste management; participating with the development, implementation and maintenance of safety programs, policies and procedures; maintaining training records; participating in the occupational hygiene program; working with others to ensure a safe and healthy environment for the patients, visitors and employees of St. Boniface Hospital (SBH) and the Research Enterprises; and performing other related duties as assigned.

Experience

• Two (2) years related experience in Occupational Health and Safety is preferred.
  
  

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Successful completion of a diploma program in occupational health and safety from a recognized institution.
  
  

Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience, as deemed recognized by the Hospital, may be considered in lieu of the above.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

Not Applicable

Qualifications And Skills

• Knowledge of computer systems and proficiency in the use of various common software applications which may include, but is not limited to, spreadsheet, word processing, database, internet and email applications.
• Training in WHMIS, and other safety programs.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
  
  

Physical Requirements

Not Applicable

St. Boniface Hospital is committed to empowering a workforce that welcomes and celebrates diversity by fostering culturally safe places for all employees. We strive to celebrate our diverse workforce and the outstanding work we do every day.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Interviewed candidates may be called upon to participate in a skills assessment.

Any application received after the closing time will not be included in the competition.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.