Safety and Compliance Coordinator (Fixed Term Contract)

Red Sun Farms; Kingsville; Hybrid; CAD 56,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Work from home days

Paid vacation time

Paid sick leave

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Employee Discount Program

Health benefits

Defined contribution pension plan

Job summary

Red Sun Farms is seeking a Safety and Compliance Coordinator for the Kingsville Corporate Office to ensure compliance with OHSA and regulations across Canada. The role focuses on developing and evaluating safety programs, conducting workplace inspections, and supporting ESG initiatives.

Reporting to the Manager, Human Resources, you will lead safety training, document training records, manage audits and reporting, and coordinate Joint Health & Safety activities.

Qualifications

• Diploma in related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3-5+ years' experience in Occupational Health and Safety.
• Strong understanding of Occupational Health and Safety Act and other applicable regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate the health & safety management system and initiatives.
• Stays updated on OHSA and regulations and recommends implementations.
• Assists in ESG development and maintenance as needed.
• Ensures compliance with local, provincial, and federal safety regulations.
• Coordinate and deliver health & safety training sessions and maintain training records.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Diploma in related field or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Red Sun Farms is one of the largest fully vertically integrated, high-tech greenhouse growers in North America. Our seed to plate approach closes the gap between grower, retailer, and consumer; allowing us to develop an exceptional product and an exemplary level of customer service from all our locations, 365 days per year.

We are currently seeking candidates for the fixed term contract position (approximately 18-months) of Safety and Compliance Coordinator in our Kingsville Corporate Office.

The Safety and Compliance Coordinator, under the direction of the Manager, Human Resources, will be responsible for ensuring Red Sun Farms adheres to legal standards, Health & Safety regulations, and internal policies across Canada. This role is key in implementing and evaluating safety programs, conducting workplace inspections, and supporting ESG initiatives. This position monitors regulatory compliance, provides health and safety training, and helps manage audits and reporting, fostering a proactive safety culture across the company.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• An incredible work environment
• Paid vacation time
• Work from home days
• Paid sick leave
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Program

Main Responsibilities

• Assists in developing, implementing, and evaluating the health & safety management system and safety initiatives
• Stays updated on OHSA and regulations, as well as industry best practices and makes recommendations for implementation
• Assists in overall ESG development, implementation and maintenance as needed
• Ensures compliance with local, provincial, and federal safety regulations
• Supports the implementation of safety programs
• Conducts regular workplace inspections, audits and risk assessments to identify potential hazards
• Recommends corrective actions to eliminate or reduce risks
• Monitors the effectiveness of hazard controls and make recommendations to adjust strategies as needed
• Assists with vendor performance and compliance audits and reviews
• Coordinates and deliver health & safety training sessions, including orientation for employees and management; maintain training matrix
• Develops and maintains training materials and maintain training records
• Maintains safety records and documentation as required by law
• Maintains Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• Develops and conduct and/or distribute safety talks to all employees
• Assist in WSIB reporting and claims management, as well as the return-to-work program facilitation
• Maintains employee health and safety handbooks
• Leads and coordinates the Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC) by managing meetings and ensuring issues and concerns are addressed in a timely manner
• Participates in the timely completion of event reporting and investigations to determine root causes and corrective actions
• Maintains emergency response plan; ensures drills and exercises are performed
• Assists with preparing reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends
• Assists in preparing for external audits and regulatory inspections
• Responds to general questions or concerns related to health & safety policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Diploma in related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum 3-5+ years' experience in Occupational Health and Safety
• Strong understanding of Occupational Health and Safety Act and other applicable regulations
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees
• Advanced computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm

Working Conditions

• Work in a busy office environment with frequent interruptions
• Interactions with customers, employees, and management
• Lifting or moving up to 15lbs may be required
• Sitting and standing for an extended amount of time may be required
• May be required to work overtime as needed
• May be required to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays depending on deadlines

This position offers an annual salary range of $55,680.00 - $69,600.00, commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, Red Sun Farms provides a comprehensive total rewards package, including health benefits, defined contribution pension plan, paid sick days, and other company-sponsored programs.

Hiring Process

We believe in a human-centered hiring process. Applications submitted to Red Sun Farms are reviewed by our hiring team, and artificial intelligence (AI) is not used to screen candidates. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interview will be contacted.

Red Sun Farms welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.