Occupational Health & Safety Specialist

Company Description

Who We Are :

Join the team at Fairmont Banff Springs. Set in one of Western Canada’s most spectacular alpine destinations, Banff offers a unique community of hospitality enthusiasts, outdoor adventure seekers, artists, entertainers, and families alike. It's the perfect work / life combination.

Job Description

This role will be responsible for supporting the Health & Wellness Manager in driving our Safety and Wellness programs forward, administering WCB claims, and directing Health & Safety activities and programs for an employee base of up to 1,400.

The successful candidate will possess training and previous experience in a Health & Safety role, excellent organizational skills and outstanding attention to detail. This role is highly administrative; this person must enjoy working independently, taking initiative and building strong relationships with Colleagues & Leaders alike.

Competitive Salary :  $63,000 - $65,000 gross annually, based on previous experience & education

Job Duties Include :

Reporting to the Health & Wellness Manager, responsibilities and essential job functions include, but are not limited to the following :

Worker’s Compensation Board :

• Responsible for Worker’s Compensation Board (WCB) program, including submission and follow up on claims with WCB Case Managers, Departmental Leaders and employees; as well as facilitating return to work meetings and programs.
• Liaise with third party providers as required for complex claims management cases.
• Responsible for maintaining WCB reporting programs and providing support and training throughout the hotel as needed.
• Maintains and reports monthly WCB statistics.
• Support the Health & Wellness Manager in preparing for semi-monthly Lost-Time Claim meetings with executive committee.
• Monitor claims trending costs, communicate projected cost information with the Health & Wellness Manager.
• Provide back up support to the Health & Wellness Manager for required executive committee reporting.

Health & Safety (H&S) :

Benefits & Wellness :

Qualifications

Your Skills & Qualifications :

Equivalent experience may be considered.

Occupational Health and Safety Certification or training.

Equivalent experience may be considered.

Additional Information

Job Perks & Benefits :

Visa Requirements : Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.