Safety director Offres d'emploi - Whitby, ON

The Safety Manager is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive safety policies and procedures within an organization, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, identifying potential workplace hazards, conducting risk assessments, investigating accidents, and providing safety training to employees, with the primary goal of maintaining a safe working environment and minimizing workplace injuries. Plans, directs, and implements the organization’s office and field safety programs including program development, performance measurement, training, and administration.

Major Duties and Responsibilities :

• Policy Development and Implementation : Creating and enforcing safety policies and procedures aligned with local and federal regulations, including but not limited to guidelines for personal protective equipment (PPE) usage, Powered Industrial Trucks, and Emergency Response procedures.
• Risk Assessment and Hazard Identification : Regularly inspecting work sites and areas to identify potential hazards, conducting risk assessments, and prioritizing corrective actions to mitigate safety risks. Thoroughly investigating workplace accidents and incidents to determine root causes, implement preventive measures, and document findings.
• Safety Training : Designing and delivering safety training programs for all levels of employees, covering topics but not limited to hazard recognition, safe work practices, emergency response, Powered Industrial Trucks, and compliance with safety regulations.
• Compliance Monitoring : Ensuring adherence to safety policies and regulations through regular audits, inspections, and documentation.
• Data Analysis and Reporting : Tracking safety metrics like incident rates and injury trends to identify areas for improvement and provide reports to management.
• Employee Engagement : Promoting a safety-first culture by encouraging employee participation in safety initiatives, reporting hazards, and providing feedback.
• Collaboration with Management : Advising management on safety matters, collaborating on new projects to incorporate safety considerations, and supporting safety-related decision-making.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Personal Characteristics :

Job Requirements :

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Human Resources and Training

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting

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