Occupational Health & Safety Consultant

College of the North Atlantic; Newfoundland and Labrador; Hybrid; CAD 67.000 - 88.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

College of the North Atlantic is seeking an Occupational Health & Safety professional to support the OHS Manager in planning, implementing, and improving the college's OHS Management System across campuses.

The role includes conducting compliance assessments, developing corrective actions, and coordinating training for staff and students. Travel across Newfoundland & Labrador is required, with telework options where eligible.

Qualifikationen

• University Degree or Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety.
• CRSP designation is an asset or actively pursued.
• Progressive experience in occupational health and safety.

Aufgaben

• Supports the OHS Manager in planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of the OHSMS.
• Conducts regular campus visits to monitor OHS compliance and collaborates with stakeholders.
• Leads key programs such as Hearing Conservation, Chemical Management, PPE, and Fall Protection.
• Coordinates and delivers education and training for OHS programs.
• Maintains confidential records and supports incident reporting and investigation processes.

Kenntnisse

OHS knowledge

Audit experience

Incident investigations

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

University Degree or Diploma in OHS

Tools

OHS software

MS Office

Jobbeschreibung

Salary Information HL19 - $67,358.00 - $87,565.85 per annum.

Salary Information HL19 - $67,358.00 - $87,565.85 per annum.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Supports the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Manager in the planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of CNA's OHS Management System (OHSMS), ensuring alignment with strategic goals and legislative requirements.
• Conducts regular campus visits to monitor OHS compliance, provides subject matter expertise, and collaborates with stakeholders to implement and maintain OHS improvement and preventive action plans.
• Contributes to a team-based approach to achieving departmental goals, supporting ongoing health and safety performance improvements, including WorkplaceNL PRIME Path 2 requirements, and coordinating audit preparation.
• Manages the hazard identification and assessment process and monitors the effectiveness of OHS control measures to ensure a safe working and learning environment.
• Serves as the departmental lead for key occupational health and safety programs, including Hearing Conservation, Chemical Management, PPE, and Fall Protection, ensuring effective program implementation, regulatory compliance, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Supports the workplace safety inspection function, ensuring complete documentation, effective tracking of findings, and appropriate follow-up.
• Provides guidance and support throughout incident and injury reporting and investigation processes, including root cause analysis and the implementation of corrective actions.
• Supports the development and implementation of safe work practices and procedures across the organization.
• Engages with OHS Committees and Worker Health and Safety Representatives to support their activities, provide expert guidance, and promote effective participation in workplace health and safety initiatives.
• Coordinates and occasionally delivers education and training to support awareness, understanding and compliance with CNA's OHS programs.
• Maintains accurate and confidential records using OHS information management systems, ensuring data integrity and compliance with privacy requirements.
• Provides support for Workplace Violence, Harassment, and Psychological Health and Safety initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Screening Criteria

• University Degree or Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety.
• Recent, progressive experience in occupational health and safety.
• Experience implementing and evaluating occupational health and safety programs and initiatives.
• Experience conducting compliance assessments.
• Experience developing and tracking corrective action plans.
• Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation or Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST) designation, or active pursuit of either designation (asset).
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Assessment Criteria

• Knowledge of applicable Occupational Health & Safety legislation, standards, and best practices.
• Knowledge of computerized systems and software used in occupational health and safety reporting and program administration.
• Ability to develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate occupational health and safety programs and initiatives.
• Ability to conduct compliance audits, hazard assessments, and incident investigations, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ability to effectively exchange information.
• Ability to think critically.
• Ability to work independently to manage time and tasks.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Professionalism.
• Ability to collaborate, build and maintain effective working relationships.

Conditions of Offer

• Recent and satisfactory Certificate of Conduct.
• Verification of credentials and applicable licenses, certifications, and/or professional memberships as required for the position.
• Acknowledges ability to wear personal protective equipment, including but not limited to, respiratory protection, hearing protection, safety footwear, eye protection and head protection.

Conditions of Acceptance

• Access to transportation to travel to college campuses and worksites as required.
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout Newfoundland & Labrador, including overnight travel when required.

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) recognizes the importance of and is committed to offering flexible work arrangements to its employees. The successful applicant may qualify for a telework arrangement within the province, subject to eligibility criteria. Where appropriate, consideration may be given to a primarily remote, hybrid, or ad-hoc arrangement. However, as a place-based organization, candidates are expected to report to the specified work location identified in this job posting, as all positions will involve some degree of on-site work, unless otherwise indicated.