Department of Transportation and Infrastructure

Pay Band 4

Health and Safety Consultant

One (1) Regular position

Open

Health and Safety Branch

Edmundston

Who we are

The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure's mission is to contribute to New Brunswick's economy and quality of life by providing and supporting sustainable infrastructure that allows for the safe and efficient movement of people, goods and government services to the public. Not only is the department responsible for managing over 18,000 kilometers of provincial highways, it also manages the planning, design and construction of hospitals, schools and other government buildings.

What you will do

The Health and Safety team enables the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure to support health and safety in their work environment and to meet their legislative requirements, by providing expert leadership, best practices, research and tools. This is an exciting opportunity to help build a high functioning team in a challenging and rewarding field.

As a member of this team, you will provide client focused and integrated advice and services across the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure and their District offices in the areas of health and safety. Key responsibilities of this position is:

• providing guidance and support as a subject matter expert on occupational health and safety standards, department's safety program, safe work practices, safety management systems, incident investigations, process improvements and various other safety initiatives.
• maintaining and promoting the health and safety program with an emphasis on compliance, critical hazard identification and risk assessment.
• developing, coordinating and delivering health and safety training.
• coaching and advising departmental employees on matters relating to health and safety.

Work environment

• Office location: Edmundston.
• Standard hours of work: Monday - Friday.
• We promote a scent-reduced environment.
• Frequent travel in the region is required along with periodic travel throughout the province.

Who you are?

Key behavioural competencies

• Analytical Thinking/Judgment
• Client Service Orientation
• Effective Interactive Communication
• Initiative
• Relationship/Network Building
• Teamwork and Cooperation

Technical competencies

• Knowledge of Health and Safety Procedures
• Ability to Use Office Technology, Software and Applications
• Presentation Skills
• Planning and Organizing Skills
• Specialized Subject Matter Expertise and Knowledge
• Consulting Skills

Essential qualifications

• University degree in a related field with a minimum of four (4) years of safety-related work experience OR a two (2) year post-secondary diploma in health and safety with a minimum of five (5) years of safety-related work experience OR a one (1) year post-secondary certificate in health and safety with a minimum of six (6) years of safety-related work experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Valid Class 5 driver's license as issued by the Province of New Brunswick

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Written and spoken competence in English and in French is required.

Please state your language capability.

• Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration.
• Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
• Please ensure that your preferred language of assessment is identified in your resume.

Asset Qualifications

• possession of a certificate in a recognized Health and Safety program
• possess or in the process of possessing a National Construction Safety Officer certificate (NCSO)
• possess or be eligible to obtain the Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation as per the Eligibility Guidelines for the CRSP/PSAC Certification.

Subject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications in addition to the essential qualifications in order to be given further consideration.

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure offers:

• Meaningful work and the opportunity to support New Brunswickers in times of need.
• Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training.
• Comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation, Health and Dental Plan, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan.
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.

SALARY:

Pay Band 4: $2,098.00 to $2,934.00 bi-weekly

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health and safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health and safety.

How to apply?

We encourage applicants to apply on-line, by e-mail to [email protected] or by mail at the following address indicating competition number 2023-D80-02. This opportunity will be open until filled. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Transportation and Infrastructure
Human Resources Branch
P. O. Box 6000, Fredericton NB E3B 5H1
Telephone: (506) 453-3939

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve. We encourage and support applications from Aboriginals, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who are among the most qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection.

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