Health and Safety Specialist

Bilingual Health and Safety Specialist

We are looking for Enthusiastic, Driven, Outside of the Box Thinkers to help us grow our business. In the specialized role of Bilingual Health and Safety Specialist, you will be a valuable and key member of our Roofmart team. This position is responsible for leading and facilitating Health and Safety Training and will report to the Health and Safety Manager.

Benefits

• Health Insurance (includes Virtual Health, and HCSA)
• Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-term Disability
• Short-term Disability
• RRSP Match
• Paid Vacation
• Floating Days
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Engagement Events
• Awards and Recognition
• Tuition reimbursement
• Service Awards
• Employee Perks & Discounts

Job Responsibilities

• Lead by example, complying with all company Health and Safety policies and procedures
• Plan, organize and effectively conduct Health and Safety Training ensuring legislative requirements are met and update training matrix
• Deliver the information in a clear and motivational manner ensuring participants understand the material and are motivated to comply with what is taught
• Evaluate and assess training effectiveness
• Work collaboratively with Managers
• Assist in revising and updating the existing curriculum as required
• Assist in developing new training programs and in the preparation of new training materials that meet established standards
• Maintain and organize a clean training environment
• Assist in the implementation of Health and Safety programs with the goal to reduce workplace injuries
• Report any breaches of legislative regulations or company policies to management

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary Education in Health and Safety Management preferred
• 3-5 years of Health and Safety experience preferred
• Excellent communication skills both orally and written and ability to work with all levels of the organization
• Good knowledge of laws, regulations and standards governing occupational health and safety
• Good knowledge of the major risks associated with commercial vehicles, machine safety, lockout/tagout, working at heights, chemical management and ergonomics
• Certified Train the Trainer in Forklift Operation
• Certified Train the Trainer in First Aid
• Good organization skills
• Proficiency in Excel, Outlook, Word, and Windows Applications
• Authorized to work in Canada
• Ability to travel
• French is required for this position

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment

Roofmart is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. Roofmart encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.