Safety & Compliance Manager

Airgas; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial supplier is seeking a Safety Manager in Edmonton to enhance overall safety performance. The role requires experience in safety protocols and compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will contribute to safety training, incident investigations, and develop programs to ensure a safe workplace. This position includes competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401k plan with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• At least five years safety experience within an industrial and/or distribution setting.
• Possesses a thorough knowledge of DOT and OSHA rules and regulations.
• CSP / CRSP or related safety certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the overall safety performance of the region.
• Lead accident and incident investigations.
• Develop and manage safety programs to reduce personal injuries.

Skills

Safety experience

Knowledge of DOT and OSHA rules

Knowledge of Canadian HSEQ and Transport Canada rules

Knowledge of Google Suite

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree in Safety or related field

Job description

Overview

Description

Summary: Under the direction of the Vice-president, Safety, the incumbent will contribute to the overall safety performance of Red-D-Arc by assisting their Region in reaching and surpassing the annual safety goals as set out by the VP, Safety and the President of Red-D-Arc.

Maintains a safe working environment by following Airgas / Red-D-Arc’s health and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Participate in driver engagement programs through observation and ride-alongs.
• Support train-the-trainer initiatives related to drivers, in order to make the local Branch Managers more self-sufficient.
• Assist in the “onboarding” of new managers and technicians from a safety perspective.
• Ensure we maintain full DOT and OSHA compliance, through effective training and leadership.
• Takes the lead on all accident and incident investigations, with an emphasis on identifying lessons learned and building action plans to prevent future occurrences.
• In conjunction with division teams, develop, implement, and manage safety programs and procedures for RDA that will reduce the frequency and severity of personal injuries and vehicle accidents.
• Lead assigned Branch Managers and Associates to drive the development of a safety culture and continuous improvement.
• Partner with division resources to provide environmental, health, and safety expertise to ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, provincial, and local regulations, as well as company policy.
• Perform periodic safety and compliance audits for branches and on occasion at customer sites.
• Participate in additional audits conducted by Corporate | Division Safety or other 3rd parties. These audits are NOT to be punitive, but to help the Branch implement improvements.
• Devise, supervise, and coordinate training programs or media which will increase proficiency in safety practices and to promote safety consciousness.
• Compile and submit accident and other reports required by Airgas, Third-party administrators and regulatory agencies.
• Participate in the investigation of accidents and injuries and cooperates in the preparation of material and evidence for organization use in hearings, lawsuits, and insurance investigations.
• Maintain safety files and records, DOT files and reports, Training files (Airgas U, etc.) and SafeCor Reports (accident and month end).
• Utilize division resources to ensure compliance with all DOT safety regulations.
• Promote a collective and positive safety attitude by providing leadership by example.
• Work with division resources to promote RDA best practices for incorporation in division safety KPIs and initiatives.

Are you a MATCH?

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• At least five years safety experience within an industrial and / distribution setting
• Possesses a thorough knowledge of DOT and OSHA rules and regulations.
• Possesses a thorough knowledge of Canadian HSEQ and Transport Canada rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of Google Suite
• Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Environmental Sciences or a related field
• Previous experience with welding related products a plus
• CSP / CRSP or related safety certifications a plus

Benefits

We care about and support all Airgas associates. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees.

We provide a progressive parental leave package for our eligible Airgas parents, offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children.

Additionally, we offer our employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program.

Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

About Airgas

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.

Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.

Join us for a stimulating experience : At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you’ll find a welcoming workplace where you’re valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career — whatever path you choose.