OH&S Designated Substances Technician - 1-Year Term

Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB); Ottawa; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB) invites applications for a Designated Substances Technician based at Confederation Education Centre in Nepean. This 1-year term, 12-month work year, involves supporting OH&S management, inspecting designated substances, and maintaining detailed records.

You will interpret technical reports, advise on safety measures, and ensure compliance with OHSA and related regulations.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field.
• 3-5 years experience in occupational health and safety; with direct experience managing asbestos and other designated substances.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario and related regulations, Ontario Environmental Protection Act, and OCDSB policies.
• Ability to interpret technical reports and transfer critical information into a central record.
• Ensure work with designated substances complies with policies, procedures, and legislation.
• Proficiency in inspections and OHSA safety standards.
• Ability to support investigations by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development.
• Strong writing and verbal communication; capable of presentations for training/workshops.
• Tact, diplomacy and discretion in daily interactions.
• Proficiency with word-processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation software, and email.
• Organization and time management; prioritizing multiple deadlines.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Access to reliable transportation for travel between OCDSB sites.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and evaluate designated substances and maintain detailed records.
• Interpret technical reports and provide guidance related to designated substances.
• Maintain OH&S management system compliance and related health and safety duties.

Skills

OH&S knowledge

Strong communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Independent work

Travel between OCDSB sites

Computer literacy

Education

Post-secondary education in OH&S or related field

Tools

MS Office

Record-keeping software

OH&S database systems

Job description

The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB) invites applications for a Designated Substances Technician based at Confederation Education Centre in Nepean. This 1-year term, 12-month work year, involves supporting OH&S management, inspecting designated substances, and maintaining detailed records.

You will interpret technical reports, advise on safety measures, and ensure compliance with OHSA and related regulations.