Specialist, Workplace Safety

McDonald's; Quebec; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Specialist in Workplace Safety to enhance health and safety initiatives across teams in Quebec and Atlantic provinces. This role involves managing workplace safety programs, compliance with regulations, and fostering a culture of safety across locations. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in safety management and be bilingual in French and English.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of progressive experience in occupational health and safety.
• Thorough understanding of safety regulations and CSA Z45001.
• Ability to travel with overnight stays required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the investigation of injuries and accidents to determine root causes.
• Oversee workplace injury investigations and compensation management.
• Conduct internal health and safety audits and workplace assessments.

Skills

Bilingual - French and English

Self-starter

Proficient with MS Office applications

Education

Post-secondary degree or field experience in occupational health and safety

Job description

At McDonald's, we are committed to being the best, and that starts with finding the best people. We have built a team of extraordinary people from around the world. We are problem solvers, risk takers, innovators, and thought leaders that take our work seriously, but have fun doing it. We challenge ourselves to get smarter and sharper every day, we value personal and professional growth, and believe in rewarding and celebrating our successes.

The Opportunity

As a Specialist, Workplace Safety, you will work with leaders and their teams directly to define and implement health and safety initiatives aligned with annual business plans.

This role focuses primarily on :

• Health and Safety Management Systems - CSA Z45001 - building sustainable management systems
• Development - increasing the capabilities of restaurant leaders and health and safety committees
• Compliance - supporting implementation of the Health and Safety Programs for compliance, interacting with regulatory authorities
• Continuous Improvement - continue to innovate Health & Safety programs in regional markets
• Business Growth - continue to foster a culture of Health & Safety with restaurant and office teams throughout Quebec and Atlantic provinces

Duties

In addition to following McDonald’s policies and procedures, principal accountabilities include, but are not limited to :

• Assist with the investigation of injuries and equipment accidents to determine the root cause(s)
• Oversee incident reporting, investigations and workplace injury compensation management
• Analyze trends, interpret workplace injury data; develop corrective actions and actively promote health and safety; collaborate with business units to identify ways to create and / or develop sustainable safety cultures.
• Conduct internal health and safety audits.
• Conduct workplace assessments, inspections and investigations (as appropriate).
• Assist with the development, implementation and maintenance of the Health and Safety Program.
• Ensure that Health & Safety policies, procedures, practices and processes comply with local, provincial and federal regulations.
• Coach, educate and train the Joint Health and Safety Committees, Market People Leaders and Facilities Department Leaders, as required, to follow both Company and legislated standards.
• Partner with local health and safety agencies / industry groups to develop strong relationships to stay current with emerging trends and industry knowledge in Health and Safety, with applicable Canadian-related laws, rules and regulations.
• Demonstrate ability to be in the role of a coach, a partner, and an officer at times ensuring compliance & standards are in place.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of progressive experience with demonstrated knowledge in the area of occupational health and safety management practices (i.e. post-secondary degree or field experience, or a combination of both)
• Thorough understanding of Provincial, Territory, Federal Occupational Health & Safety / Workers’ Compensation Acts and Regulations and CSA Z45001 / Z1000
• Bilingual - French and English (verbal & written skillset)
• Ability to travel with overnight stays during the work week is required
• Must hold a valid driver’s license
• Self-starter who is capable of multi-tasking along with the ability to navigate through an ambiguous, ever-changing environment
• Proficient with MS Office applications

Additional Information :

McDonald’s Canada and Owner / Operators are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. Our workplaces have a long-standing policy of providing fair, equitable, and accessible opportunities for all employees and prospective employees. Accommodations during the application process are available upon request.