Safety Coordinator

J.D. Irving, Limited; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company based in Halifax is seeking an interim team member to support operations at their Lower Sackville warehouse. This hybrid role combines hands-on warehouse responsibilities with safety-related administrative duties. The perfect candidate will possess knowledge in the safety field, have excellent communication skills, and be detail-oriented. Responsibilities include delivering safety training, coordinating inspections, and maintaining safety records.

Qualifications

• Knowledge/experience in the safety field is a strong asset.
• Solid understanding of safety regulations.
• Ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safety training programs to associates.
• Coordinate monthly inspection requirements.
• Maintain accurate safety training records.

Skills

Knowledge in the safety field

Effective communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving and critical thinking

Organizational skills

Ability to follow directions

Team collaboration

Education

HR or Safety certification

Tools

Excel

SharePoint

PowerPoint

Intelex

Tableau Reader

Job description

We are seeking an interim team member to support operations at our Lower Sackville warehouse. This hybrid role combines hands-on warehouse responsibilities with administrative duties, requiring the adaptability and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge/experience in the SAFETY FIELD would be considered a strong asset.
• Solid understanding of all required safety regulations, leads by example
• High level of attention to detail, especially as it relates to safety is a key, core competency.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• HR or Safety certification would be considered an asset
• Ability to work well within a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to follow directions to ensure critical timelines are met based upon the needs of the business related to safety initiatives.
• Excellent computer skills: Excel, SharePoint, and Power Point.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Flexible, positive attitude and ability to thrive in a changing environment.
• Experience in Intelex, Tableau Reader and My Learning would be considered a strong asset.
• Weekend/Evening shifts may be required on occasion
• Detail oriented with a focus on ensuring date integrity and delivering high quality work.
• Strong sense of urgency

Responsibilities

• Delivery of safety related training programs to associates (including but not limited to; new hire safety orientation, recertification of various equipment/fall arrest certificates) to ensure we are compliant with Federal/Provincial and Kent Requirements. Assist with employee onboarding.
• Coordinates with support from JHSC (sits as a Co-chair), monthly inspection requirements to complete safety walks, fire prevention inspections, first aid requirements (including under the direction and support of AM Administration; maintaining the first aid certifications and stocking of first aid kits).
• Completion and maintaining accurate safety training records with recommendations on improving efficiencies related to reporting requirements.
• Key liaison with Management in providing information, topics, resources to support the weekly safety topics.
• Participate in weekly KENT safety call every Friday with KENT Box Stores under the direction of KENT Safety Manager.
• Oversee and administer/maintain and provide reports related to the Near Miss Safety Program and Toolbox Talks
• Update and maintain HCM training database with all new hire training and additional associate training completed to ensure HCM is updated and accurate.
• Various HR administrative duties and special assignments as required.
• Dedicated to the safety role of administration, communication, training, education.Maintain data integrity system support for HR systems
• Receive inquiries and requests from end users and troubleshooting to find a solution
• Additional duties related to improving and reinforcing a safety culture as identified and assigned.