Health & Safety Coordinator (Contract)

MacLean Engineering; Barrie; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Barrie, Ontario is seeking a Health & Safety Coordinator for a 6-9 month contract. This role involves developing safety programs, training, and compliance with safety procedures. The ideal candidate has a health and safety background, two years of relevant experience, and strong communication skills, working in a fast-paced environment. This position requires collaboration with production teams and managing safety compliance across multiple sites; attention to detail and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience working in a similar role preferred.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop content for online training, using Articulate software.
• Coordinate orientation and training activities.
• Create monthly Safety Talks and support supervisors.
• Prepare content and lead monthly meetings with Supervisors.
• Audit and lead action plans by evaluating program elements.
• Ensure early identification of hazards and communicate changes.
• Develop and support Job Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessments.
• Update/Prepare/Assist supervisors with HS metrics.
• Review incident investigations and assist supervisors.
• Draft and submit workers’ compensation reports.
• Provide support to Joint Health, Safety Committee.
• Stay current with legislation changes and ensure compliance.
• Make recommendations on personal protective equipment.
• Organize air/noise assessments and medical surveillance.
• Perform ergonomic assessments and recommend suitable tools.
• Collaborate with other departments on health and safety.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Team-oriented

Excellent written and verbal communication

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Self-motivated

Analytical and critical thinking skills

Creative problem solving

Education

Health, Safety related certificate, diploma, degree, or equivalent

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Health & Safety Coordinator

LOCATION: Barrie, Ontario

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Contract

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited is looking for a Health and Safety Coordinator to join our Health and Safety team for a 6‑9 month contract at our Barrie, ON manufacturing facility. We are seeking an ambitious and progressive candidate to work in a fast‑paced environment with tight deadlines. This is a great opportunity to be part of a growing team that manufactures heavy‑duty mobile mining vehicles for our customers worldwide.

About the Position

The Health and Safety Coordinator works closely with production and will assist the Health and Safety team with the development, implementation and promotion of strategies, procedures and systems across the company leading teams above and beyond compliance. The position also requires the following proficiencies:

• Develop content for online training, using Articulate software
• Coordinate and assess effectiveness of orientation and training activities
• Create monthly Safety Talks and support supervisors by attending regularly
• Prepare content and lead monthly meetings with Supervisors (SafeSups)
• Audit and lead action plans by evaluating program elements (Emergency Response, Machine‑guarding, WHMIS, First Aid etc.) through observation, interviews, surveys, and documentation review.
• Ensure systems, processes and procedures are in place for early identification of hazards and appropriate communication of changes
• Develop and support Job Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessments, advising on opportunities for improvement and process/procedure development,
• Update/Prepare/Assist supervisors with gaps from HS metrics (leading and lagging indicators)
• Review incident investigations and associated trends; Assist supervisors w/root causes, corrective actions, and follow up
• Draft and submit workers’ compensation reports, assist with return‑to‑work process (modified duties documentation, meet with employees, follow up on cases)
• Provide support to Joint Health, Safety Committee and assist with administrative tasks
• Create content and update communication boards
• Stay current with legislation changes and ensure organization complies with/implements standards, technical documents, policies and procedures
• Make recommendations on personal protective equipment
• Organize and act on air/noise assessments and medical surveillance as required
• Perform ergonomic assessments and recommend suitable tools/ equipment
• Encourage site‑consistency in equipment use and processes
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure that all policies and procedures take health and safety into account.
• Travel between sites as required
• Attend training, conferences and symposiums as required

Qualifications

Education

• Health, Safety related certificate, diploma, degree, or equivalent

Experience

• Two or more years working in a similar role preferred
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is an asset

Skills

• Detailed-oriented and highly organized is a must
• Team-oriented, positive attitude, high aptitude, humble and willingness to learn
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Self‑motivated; able to schedule priorities as assigned, working with minimal direct supervision
• Well‑developed analytical and critical thinking skills
• Creative and innovative with focus on problem solving

Please note that employment with MacLean Engineering is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check conducted by our third‑party provider, Sterling Backcheck. This process may include verification of employment history, education, and a criminal record check, depending on the requirements of the position.

We thank all applicants in advance for their application and interest in MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co Limited. However only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005).

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.