HSQA Field Specialist

COMPASS GROUP CANADA; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foodservice provider in Calgary is seeking an HSQA Field Specialist for a 16-month contract. This role involves supporting regional leaders, conducting safety assessments, and ensuring compliance with safety practices. Candidates should have 2-5 years experience in Occupational Health & Safety or Food Safety, along with a degree or diploma in a related field. Certifications in food safety are preferred. A valid driver's license and vehicle are necessary for regular travel throughout Alberta.

Qualifications

• At least 2-5 years’ experience in Occupational Health & Safety/Food Safety.
• Possess a valid driver's license and vehicle for required travel.
• Fluent in English; French would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and support to regional leaders.
• Conduct onsite HSQA assessments and monitor action plans.
• Deliver training and education programs.

Skills

Occupational Health & Safety knowledge

Food safety practices

Communication skills

Knowledge of Provincial legislation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree or Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety/Food Safety

CRSP/CHSC; CPH, HACCP, GFSI certifications preferred

Tools

Windows applications

Job description

You might not know our name, but you know where we are. That’s because Compass Group Canada is part of a global foodservice and support services company that’s the 6th largest employer in the world, with 625,000 employees.

You’ll find us in schools, colleges, hospitals, office buildings, senior living communities, tourist attractions, sports venues, remote camps and military installations and more. We’re in all major cities, at remote work sites and everywhere in between – doing business in Canada and 50+ other countries where you can learn and grow. Join us now and point your career forward!

Job Summary

Travel: a vehicle and valid driver's license is required for this position.

This is a 16 month contract position.

Now, if you were to come on board as ourHSQA Field Specialist (Contract), we’d ask you to do the following for us:

• Provide advice, guidance and support to regional and operational leaders.
• Conduct onsite HSQA assessments, develop actions plans and monitor through to completion.
• Ensure our operating locations’ risk management practices and safety cultures are in line with corporate goals.
• Deliver training and education programs.
• Provide support and guidance to operators with respect to external 3rd party food safety audits
• Review occupational and food safety incident investigation reports; assist with development of corrective actions and support the implementation of preventative measures
• Build safety awareness and advance the organization’s safety culture through information campaigns, training and education.
• Act as subject matter expert at regular operational meetings and conference calls.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies including OHS and Public Health.
• Generate statistical reports, analyze for trends and develop strategies to improve HSQA performance.
• Other duties, tasks & responsibilities as assigned.

Think you have what it takes to be ourHSQA Field Specialist (Contract)? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you are the best fit:

• At least 2-5 years’ experience in Occupational Health & Safety/Food Safety
• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety/Food Safety from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• CRSP/CHSC; CPH. HACCP, GFSI or other continuous food safety education preferred
• Fluent in English. French would be an asset
• Possess excellent working knowledge of Provincial legislation.
• Experience working in the food service and/or professional cleaning industries.
• Strong knowledge of Windows applications
• Ability to work independently with minimal day-to-day supervision.
• Demonstrable effective communication (written/verbal)
• Practical and theoretical knowledge as well as hands‑on experience with conducting safety management system audits.
• Possess a high level of accountability.
• Ability to multi‑task, organize and plan effectively, and work with multiple deadlines.
• Experience with leading and facilitating incident investigations.Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Valid drivers license and vehicle as this position requires regular travel throughout Northern Alberta and the Prairies

Compass Group Canada is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.

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