Health and Safety Advisor

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide.

We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers.

Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products.

We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all.

It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence.

What we offer!

• Competitive salary + other benefits.
• Group insurance & RRSP program.
• Company-organized events throughout the year.
• Free on-site gym.
• Dynamic and rewarding work environment - work on important and meaningful projects while having fun!

Job Description

Reporting to the Supervisor, Occupational Health and Safety, and working in close collaboration with managers, Occupational Health & Safety Advisor is responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating and controlling activities relating to the prevention of work-related accidents and illnesses for the sites assigned to him / her.

• Acts as a change agent for the development of an OHS culture among all managers / employees for all assigned sites.
• Advises and supports managers in their various OHS matters.
• Collaborates in the development and implementation of various OHS programs, policies, procedures and tools.
• Regularly inspects workplaces and work methods to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Carries out analyses of occupational hazards and proposes preventive measures.
• Conducts workplace accident investigations and analyses in conjunction with managers, and ensures that the necessary corrective and preventive measures are applied.
• Participates and collaborates with administrative bodies during inspections or investigations (CNESST, fire departments, CIUSS, etc.).
• Responds to information requests from employees and internal / external customers concerning occupational health and safety.
• Ensures that all mandatory OHS training is completed for all employees and, if necessary, provides the required training.
• Performs all other related duties.

Qualifications

• College diploma or university certificate in OHS.
• Minimum 7 to 10 years' experience in a similar position.
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel between company sites.

Additional Information

• Full time, permanent position
• Monday to friday, 9 am to 5 pm

American Iron & Metal and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are given consideration regardless of race, religion, colour, gender, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class as provided in applicable employment laws.

Although we’d love to be able to speak with everyone that applies, due to the volume of applicants we receive and time constraints, only those selected to move forward will be contacted.

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