Senior Health and Safety Specialist

JFE Shoji Power Canada Inc.; Ontario; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Health and Safety Specialist to foster a proactive safety culture. In this pivotal role, you will engage with team members on the shop floor, conduct risk assessments, and develop safety training programs. Your expertise will ensure compliance with safety regulations and promote best practices across the organization. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on workplace safety, mentoring others and driving continuous improvement in safety standards. If you are passionate about safety and looking to contribute to a dynamic team, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of health and safety experience in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Responsibilities

• Be the key point of contact for all safety-related inquiries.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments and job safety analyses.
• Mentor leadership and junior safety professionals.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Incident Reporting

Safety Audits

Risk Assessment

Communication Skills

Education

Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

Joint Health & Safety Committee Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Who we are and what we do

JFE Shoji Power Canada is an electrical steel products manufacturer located in Burlington, Ontario. As the largest producer of transformer cores in North America, JSC specializes in wound, amorphous, and step-lap cores for power generation and distribution equipment. Its electrical steel products and magnetic materials are also used in electric vehicle motors and charging station infrastructure, data centres, audio equipment, and other industrial applications.

Since 1972, JSC (formerly Cogent) has grown from a small niche manufacturer to an integral part of the North American electrical steel supply chain with multiple facilities and over 500 employees. JSC is dedicated to meeting the growing demand for electrical energy by providing strategic, innovative, and sustainable solutions to its clients.

Who You Are

We are always looking for top talent that can contribute to our delivery of results. JFE Shoji Power is seeking a Senior Health and Safety Specialist. As the Senior Health and Safety Specialist, you will play a crucial role in fostering a proactive safety culture.

What You'll Do

• Be the key point of contact for all safety-related inquiries. You will be a visible presence on the shop floor, actively engaging with leaders and team members to identify potential risks, address unsafe behaviors, and promote best practices in safety.
• Collaborate in the development, updating, and delivery of safety training programs, including WHMIS 2015, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and Safety Talks. By equipping employees with the knowledge they need, you will ensure they feel empowered to make safe decisions.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments and job safety analyses. Your proactive approach will ensure that safety concerns are addressed before they become incidents, and that suggestions for improvement are implemented across the organization.
• Support operational leaders with incident reporting, conducting investigations, and helping ensure that corrective actions are not just completed, but effective in preventing future incidents.
• Collaborate with Human Resources and the Safety Department in managing WSIB cases, including reporting, return-to-work planning, and case tracking. Your role will ensure that all employees receive the support they need while maintaining a focus on safety and safe return to work.
• In partnership with HR, you will help manage and maintain accurate training records and certifications, ensuring that recertifications and testing are scheduled and completed on time.
• Organize third-party safety training programs (First Aid, Forklift, Crane Safety, etc.) to keep all employees prepared and up to date on their qualifications.
• Regularly analyze safety statistics and trends, bringing forward insights and suggestions to drive continuous improvement. You'll help cultivate a world-class safety culture where every team member feels responsible for looking out for one another.
• Mentor leadership and junior safety professionals, fostering a culture of shared safety responsibility and continual improvement of life-threatening safety programs and procedures.
• Assist in auditing safety programs and help improve internal audit practices to ensure we are always raising the bar on safety standards.

What you'll bring to the role

• Certificate or Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, Joint Health & Safety Committee Certification (Levels I and II).
• Strong understanding of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act and other relevant regulations (e.g., O. Reg 851, CSA, NFPA).
• At least 5-7 years of health and safety experience in a manufacturing environment, with direct experience in incident reporting, safety audits, and WSIB case management.
• Experience in developing and delivering safety training programs and writing policies and procedures.
• A proactive, forward-thinking approach to safety with the ability to anticipate risks and address them before they result in incidents.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. A collaborative, people-centered approach is essential to engaging with all employees and ensuring safety is a shared responsibility.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Please note: JFE Shoji Power does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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