Health & Safety Program Manager

The Salvation Army International; Toronto; On-site; CAD 106,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Paid vacation and sick time

RRSPs

Job summary

The Territorial Health and Safety Manager at The Salvation Army International oversees the health and safety program across Canada, ensuring compliant, effective operations. You will guide policy development, training initiatives, and risk mitigation while partnering with senior leaders.

With a university health & safety background and 7+ years in related roles, you will lead change management, design reporting frameworks, and support continuous improvement in safety outcomes and service

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent with health & safety focus.
• Professional designation such as CRSP is an asset.
• At least 7 years of related experience, including consulting.
• Experience as H&S Specialist/advisor in a national/multi-provincial organization.
• Experience launching online processes integrated into H&S/HRIS.
• Commitment to The Salvation Army's mission, values, and culture.
• Strong leadership and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven change management capabilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and mitigate risks and drive improvement.
• Organizational and project management skills across priorities.
• Commitment to professionalism and confidentiality regarding health & safety governance.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and improve the Territorial Health and Safety Program.
• Monitor legislation changes and update programs to maintain compliance.
• Oversee portfolio initiatives, timelines and communication plans.
• Provide subject-matter expertise on health and safety matters to support processes.
• Establish metrics and reporting frameworks to assess program success.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and recommend improvements.
• Partner with divisional leaders to guide health & safety policies and practices.
• Develop and deliver change management, education, and training, and present to senior leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Change management

Analytical thinking

Risk assessment

Education

University degree in health & safety

CRSP designation (asset)

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Position Purpose

The Territorial Health and Safety Manager role exists to oversee the day-to-day management of The Salvation Army's Territorial Health and Safety Program, ensuring a consistent, compliant, and effective approach to health and safety across diverse jurisdictions in Canada. Reporting to the Territorial Director of Health, Safety and Wellbeing, the role is responsible for supporting developing policies, standards, processes, and training programs that support legislative compliance and promote a safe and healthy work environment. By providing expert guidance, coaching, and client service to leaders and employees, the role helps mitigate risk, strengthen organizational accountability, and foster a culture of safety. This contribution supports The Salvation Army's mission by protecting its people, ensuring regulatory compliance, and enabling safe and effective service delivery across the organization.

Key Accountabilities

• Support the design, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Territorial Health and Safety Program, ensuring consistent application of policies, procedures, and standards across the organization.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory changes across jurisdictions and lines of business, updating programs and policies to maintain compliance and minimize organizational risk.
• Oversee the execution of portfolio initiatives, timelines, and communication plans to ensure effective, timely, and sustainable program delivery.
• Provide subject matter expertise on health and safety matters, supporting the design of business processes, systems, and solutions that strengthen program effectiveness.
• Establish performance measures, metrics, and reporting frameworks to assess program success, identify trends, and support data-driven decision-making.
• Evaluate program and service effectiveness through qualitative and quantitative analysis, recommending improvements that enhance compliance, safety outcomes, and operational performance.
• Partner with Divisional leaders and management teams to provide guidance, coaching, and support in the interpretation and application of health and safety policies and practices.
• Develop and deliver communication, change management, education, and training initiatives, while preparing strategic recommendations and presentations for senior leadership and supporting special projects as required.

Education and Experience Qualifications

• Completion of university degree or equivalent with health & safety or related focus
• Has or is working towards a professional designation, such as CRSP, is an asset
• A minimum of 7 years of prior related experience, including consulting experience.
• Experience working as a H&S Specialist/advisor in a national/multi-provincial organization.
• Experience in effectively launching new on-line processes integrated into H&S/HRIS systems.
• Commitment to The Salvation Army's mission, values, and culture, with the ability to align health and safety initiatives to organizational objectives and service delivery.
• Strong leadership and relationship-building skills, with the ability to quickly establish credibility as a trusted advisor, coach, and strategic partner.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
• Proven change management capabilities, including building trust, influencing stakeholders, and facilitating alignment during organizational change and program implementation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess risks, interpret qualitative and quantitative information, and develop practical solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify and mitigate risks, driving continuous improvement and engaging others in achieving positive outcomes.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills, with experience managing multiple priorities, complex initiatives, and competing deadlines across business areas.
• High standards of professionalism, integrity, judgment, discretion, and confidentiality, with a commitment to compliance with health and safety legislation, policies, and best practices.

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $105,518.40 to $131,913.60 with a maximum of $158,288.00. Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [e-mail] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.

Our employees are motivated by the fulfillment and meaning they experience as they serve people in need across Canada and Bermuda. Whether at the front-lines or in a support role, as part of our team you’ll work alongside a diverse and skilled group of purpose-driven professionals, empowered to provide exceptional service.

We deeply value the relationships we build in the workplace, as well as the opportunities given to us such as the potential to experience flexibility at work, receive health and dental benefits, paid vacation and sick time, RRSP's, as well as to expand our skills and advance our careers as together we build a culture of continuous learning and growth.

If you're looking for a career that allows you to find meaning, make an impact, and one that challenges you to grow and become the best version of yourself, join our dynamic team. There is a place for everyone to belong at The Salvation Army.