JOB DESCRIPTION
Reporting to the Safety and Training Manager, the Safety Supervisor will ensure compliance with applicable legislation, company standards, and continuous improvement with a focus on Safety.
Salary: $55,000 - $65,000
RESPONSIBILITIES

• As required, lead and/or assist with the completion of workplace incident investigations and determination of root cause.
• Facilitate task-based risk assessments and assist with monitoring compliance.
• Follow up and ensure actions plans related to workplace incidents are assigned and completed.
• Be the point of contact for provincial Occupational Health Safety and / or third part auditors.
• Develop, coordinate and manage the project charters for various safety projects.
• Prioritize the various safety and training projects.
• Facilitate the training associated with new safety procedures and programs.
• Be responsible for the proper safety and training documentation.
• Deliver progress reports and presentations on the various safety projects and training initiatives under way.
• Work as a resource for the site Occupational Health and Safety Committee.
• Provide leadership to the site Medical First Responder Unit and Fire Brigade.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Engineering, Business Degree, Technical Designation, or equivalent experience in Health & Safety
• Experience in Training and Project Management.
• Health and Safety background with experience conducting Root Cause Incident Investigations, Hazard Assessments, developing JSA's, SOP's and Safety Training Programs would be considered an asset.
• Knowledge with Working at Heights, Confined Space Entry and Lockout Tagout programs would be considered an asset.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage team members and other stakeholders.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Experience using Microsoft products as well as online SDS management systems and incident reporting and tracking systems.
• Be willing to work towards completion of a certificate program in Occupational Health and Safety.

ABOUT US
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.