Health & Safety Advisor

Kaltire; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 88,270 - 102,640; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Discount on tires and mechanical services

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Kaltire is seeking a Health & Safety Advisor in Edmonton, Alberta, responsible for mentoring managers on HSMS requirements and contributing to corporate safety objectives. This role involves regular travel within Alberta and can be remote for those in commutable distance.

Compensation ranges from $88,270 to $102,640 annually based on experience, with benefits including health, dental, and RRSP matching. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada and may require a criminal record check.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a full-time safety position.
• Expert knowledge in evaluating safety program compliance.
• Extensive experience in leading incident investigations.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and coach operations managers on health and safety.
• Assist with the implementation of HSMS requirements.
• Develop and deliver safety training.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Research skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree or diploma in occupational health and safety

Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Health & Safety Advisor

Edmonton, Alberta

The Advisor, Health & Safety is responsible and accountable to mentor, guide, teach and coach day to day the first level of Operations Managers and their work teams on the Kal Tire Health and Safety Management System (HSMS) requirements. This role will also be responsible to aid in the identification, development and delivery of corporate‑wide safety objectives tied to the overarching corporate goals and critical to successful outcomes thus reducing overall risk and losses to all team members and the organization. This role will require regular travel to multiple locations within assigned regions in Alberta. This role is eligible for remote setup within commutable distance to assigned regions as this requires at least 60% travel.

Responsibilities

Safety Operations

• Mentor, guide, teach and coach first level operations managers and team members on health and safety management system (HSMS) requirements, responsibilities, and how to fulfill them.
• Assists managers and team members with implementing health and safety management system (HSMS) requirements.
• Visits all locations as prescribed to measure H&S implementation through area of responsibility, including: operational controls, risk management, training and competency, emergency response, incident reporting and investigation, communication and records, inspections, targets and objectives, measuring and monitoring.
• Provide and communicate reports and action plans for all site visits to operational leaders and managers.
• Collaborates with first level operations management and their teams to ensure the H&S focus in their regions remains aligned with corporate objectives.
• Provides technical assistance and advice on the control of workplace hazards.
• Makes recommendations on H&S issues.
• Assists in the assessment of work processes to identify hazards, assess risks and determine appropriate controls.
• Develops and delivers safety training, including presentations and educational materials.
• Ensure implementation of incident notification and reporting process for their area of responsibility.
• Provides guidance to team members in conducting quality incident investigations, including the identification of root causes and appropriate preventative actions.
• Develops incident and hazard alerts.
• Review injury and incident data to identify trends and recommend improvement strategies.
• Research relevant legislation in area of responsibility to determine gaps or opportunities for improvement.
• Provides advice and guidance on addressing compliance orders.
• Participates in regular operational meetings and presents topics as requested.

Injury & Return to Work Program

• Liaises with and supports the Disability Management Team in their efforts, ensuring alignment of messaging and support of injured Team Members in their recovery.
• Guides and supports operations in the management of injuries and in understanding their role in the return to work program as well as in injury prevention.
• Plays a consultative role in communicating, implementing and maintaining the injury management process.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ experience working in a full‑time safety position.
• A degree or diploma in occupational health and safety from a post‑secondary institute and/or Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation.
• Past or current COR auditor certification is an asset.
• Experience in one or more of the following industries: Automotive, Transport, Manufacturing and Mining is an asset.
• Extensive knowledge of provincial safety legislation – fully competent to access, interpret and apply all relevant Act(s) and Regulations and assess and establish compliance.
• Intermediate level in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent critical thinking, problem‑solving and research skills.
• Expert knowledge and experience in evaluating regulatory and safety program compliance and overall safety program performance.
• Extensive experience in leading incident investigations, performing cause analysis and preparing formal reports of findings and recommendations.
• Superior interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to gain credibility, and engage, motivate and positively influence others.
• Ability to explain areas for improvement and offer solutions in a collaborative and respectful way.

Special Requirements

• Required to travel within assigned region for at least 60% of the time.

What We Offer

• The target compensation for this role is $88,270 - $102,640 per year based on experience. We offer a clear path for career advancement with wage increases along the way.
• Extended group health, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible full‑time and part‑time permanent employees.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• A group RRSP/DPSP matching program.
• Discount on tires and mechanical services.
• Positive work culture, opportunities for growth and development, and work‑life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development, such as training programs, mentorship, and tuition reimbursement.

Kal Tire is committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, included, and empowered to thrive. We embrace diverse perspectives and welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Candidates must be legally eligible to work for any employer in Canada. A Canadian Criminal Record Check may be required for certain positions as part of the final stages of the hiring process.