Health & Safety Coordinator

Hydroone; Kapuskasing; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electricity provider is seeking a Health & Safety Coordinator to ensure compliance with safety regulations and develop health and safety programs. The successful candidate will assist in safety inspections, conduct training, and represent the business unit regarding safety matters. This role is essential in promoting a safe working environment within the community. The position is based in Kapuskasing, Canada, with a deadline for applications on November 10, 2025.

Benefits

Employer of the year 2025

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Assist in developing and implementing health and safety programs.
• Provide expert advice on safety to union and management staff.
• Conduct safety inspections and audits, prepare reports.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess health and safety programs.
• Prepare reports on compliance degree.
• Conduct safety training programs.

Skills

Health and Safety training

Risk management

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Health Science or related field

Job description

Health & Safety Coordinator

Date: Oct 24, 2025

Hydro One is proud to be the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly 1.5 million customers. We have a long history in the industry with our roots dating back over 110 years to 1906. Since then, we have worked to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers and communities across Ontario. Today, we’re focused on providing exceptional customer service and ensuring we are building safe communities where we live, work and play.

It’s an exciting time to join the team at Hydro One!

Job Function

Assist the LOB personnel in carrying out health and safety programs established for the line of business to ensure Hydro One’s and Contractors' are compliance with current legislative, Corporate and Line of Business safety requirements and risk management programs.

Job Description

• Assist the Supervisor and LOB personnel in developing, implementing and maintaining health and safety protection programs. Assist in developing engineering and construction work methods, work application and job planning used in work activities. Assist in developing safe work methods and procedures. Advise staff on all matters pertaining to health and safety protection including corporate and Line of business safety requirements, Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations, Health Act, etc.
• Assist in resolving safety disputes by providing expert advice to both union and management staff. Represent the business unit and LOB personnel with the Ministry of Labour, Ministry of Health, WSIB and Joint Health and Safety Committees concerning safety requirements, as directed by the Manager, Health and Safety Field Services and Health and Safety Coordinator.
• Assist in maintaining records of all health and safety matters. Assist in preparing Emergency Response Procedures. Keep informed of new developments in the field of Health and Safety including Health and safety legislation, practices, etc.
• Assist the Supervisor LOB personnel monitoring and assessing health and safety, protection, management programs and procedures. Prepare reports for LOB personnel on the degree of compliance. Make effective recommendations for improvements. Perform safety inspections and audits, investigate accidents and prepare reports. Make recommendations based on findings. Monitor for hazardous agents and advise on the safe handling of such materials. Review and analyze accident statistics to determine developing trends and make comparisons with corporate and LOB objectives. Prepare reports to LOB personnel.
• Prepare information and conduct meetings including safety presentations.
• Provide or coordinate the development, delivery and assessment of safety training programs such as general safety training, as required.
• Act as a coach and facilitator and assign and check the work of assigned staff on a periodic basis. Provide advice, guidance and instruction, as required.
• Work line management and the Rehabilitation Group to promote rehabilitation work, as required.
• Perform other duties as required

At Hydro One we understand that the success and strength of our business rests with our people. When we develop their skills, we are investing in both their success and ours. To secure the best talent, we seek to create a workforce that reflects the diverse populations of the communities where we live and work and to create a culture based on safety, innovation and inclusiveness.

We are honoured to be recognized by Forbes in its list of Canada’s Best Employers for 2025.

Thank you for considering a career with Hydro One, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you are having difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email [e-mail] .Hydro One will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process.

Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.

Hydro One and its partners/affiliates may use AI to screen, assess or select applicants for the position.

"Employer of the year 2025"

Deadline

November 10, 2025.

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We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Hydro One; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

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