Health & Safety Specialist

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We are currently seeking applicants for the position of Health & Safety Specialist. The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing new processes, standards, and operational plans that will have an impact on the achievement and ownership of functional results.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all permitting, recordkeeping / document retention, and regulatory reporting requirements
• Maintain insurance and safety certificates, WCB, and operating licenses
• Liaise with third parties including permitting and government agencies, consultants, and insurance providers
• Manage NBCSA Certificate of Recognition (COR) program
• Manage company PPE; select, source and issue PPE relative to risks associated with SOPs
• Conduct worksite and incident investigations when required and provide leadership for others that are required to do investigations. Make recommendations for corrective and preventive changes in equipment or processes to address unsafe conditions, and implement accordingly.
• Ensure that the fleet is fully compliant with all relevant legislative requirements relating to health and safety. Identify and implement changes necessary to respond to new legislative requirements.
• Ensure Safety Programs are meeting or exceeding targets, evaluating current programs, and preparation of new safety programs
• Cross-functional training within HSSE department to support all roles
• Prepare and implement hazard assessments for operational functions

Qualifications

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and is a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

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