Health psychologist Jobs in Etobicoke, ON

A leading automotive manufacturing company is seeking a highly motivated health and safety professional to join their team.

Full Time, Permanent

Onsite - Mississauga, ON.

Responsibilities:

• Implements and maintains all Health & Safety / Environmental policies and procedures as per the OH&S and other relevant Federal, Provincial or internal requirements.
• Champions the H&S, Environmental, Ergonomics Assessment and related Inspections and Audits and resulting Action Plans.
• Champions the HWIN (Waste Manifests, account upkeep with the Ministry etc.), NPRI, TRA, ECA applications / upkeep, including all legal aspects & reporting of all of the same.
• WSIB claims and lost time statistics and timely submission of the WSIB Form 7, applications for SIEF addressing objections and follow-up.
• Make studies and analyses of industrial accident causes and hazards to health for use by company personnel and outside agencies.
• Inspect or tour organization facilities to detect existing or potential accident and health hazards, and recommends corrective or preventative measures where indicated.
• Active member of company Safety Group ensuring compliance with WSIB Workwell Audit and practices,communication of Best Practices, attends all meetings
• Liaison with Company Nurse to manage the Modified Work Program along with the Disability Claims in order to facilitate the employee’s return to work on a timely basis as well as supplying necessary information for applications for SIEF, addressing objections and follow-up letters to employees.
• Arranges H&S / Ergonomics Meetings, notifies members, participates as a Joint Health & Safety member, as well as sets up / records meeting minutes / initiates monthly workplace inspections.
• Sets up / ensures completion of Workplace Inspections for all departments.
• Assist in monitoring contracts for employee PPE including uniforms, safety glasses, earplugs etc.
• Arranges / delivers in house Safety / Environment/Ergonomic training.
• Maintains / updates online SDS, providing hard copy for easy access ensuring compliance and accurate purchasing process has been followed.
• Demonstrates Continuous Improvement through investigating / recommending Best Practices for all areas of Ergonomics / Safety / Environment in order to put in place once established system decided upon.
• Sets example, enforces, and takes a proactive approach to enforce safe working conditions for all employees.
• Maintains / updates any binders / databases for Safety / Environment / Ergonomics including preparation and
• submission of reports / Action Plans as per Audit / Inspection requirements.
• Maintains and updates safety / environment training matrix, records requirements / dates of courses and books/ notifies employees accordingly.
• Cross-functional training of tasks in Human Resources Department.

Core Competencies:

• Thorough knowledge and application of Federal/Provincial Regulations Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act, (OH&SA), Canada Standards Act (CSA), Environmental Standards, Ontario Human Rights Code, and the Workers’ Compensation Standards Act as well as any other applicable regulations to meet H&S/Environment Regulations.
• Thorough knowledge of all related reporting obligations for H&S,Enviro, Ergo, WSIB.
• Effective time management, organizational and problem solving skills.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills, including the ability to effectively transfer knowledge to a diverse group of learners.
• Must be able to coach, facilitate and influence a cultural and behavioral change in the workplace.
• Proven experience working in a team.

Skills, Experience and Education:

• Undergraduate degree in related field preferred in order to perform all aspects of tasks.
• Minimum 4-5 years progressive health & safety experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills including Excel, Word, and Database capabilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of Industrial Ergonomics is an asset.
• Strong shop-floor presence with the ability to identify and address safety concerns proactively.
• CRSP certification is preferred but not required (working towards certification is acceptable).
  
  

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We are an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and the communities in which we live and serve. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you require accommodation throughout the hiring process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Reasonable accommodation requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.

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