Safety and Health Officer

Introduction

Workplace Safety and Health enforces The Workplace Safety and Health Act and its associated regulations to protect the safety and health of workers in Manitoba. Workplace Safety and Health’s inspections and investigations focus on improving legislative compliance with the goal of eliminating workplace fatalities, injuries, and illnesses.

The Manitoba government offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, which includes extended health care, a health spending account, dental and vision care, long-term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity / paternity leave, family-related leave, and a defined pension plan (some pension plans allow for portability between the Civil Service Superannuation Board and other employers). Employees also have access to training and career development opportunities.

The Safety and Health Officer position offers :

• A career in a technical profession, with the ability to make a lasting impact on the safety and health of Manitobans.
• A positive and dynamic work environment where you can build successful, long-lasting professional relationships.
• Exposure to a high degree of diversity, including a variety of environments, tasks, and challenges.
• Comprehensive training, from orientation to ongoing professional development.
• Access to a company vehicle and a competitive benefits package.

To be considered for this competition candidates, candidates are required to submit their résumé and cover letter to the Public Service Commission by email (), quoting competition and the position title in the subject line. Duties : The Safety and Health Officer conducts inspections and investigations into fatalities, right to refuse situations, reprisals, serious incidents and other related workplace concerns in all industry sectors. The position completes assignments in accordance with The Workplace Safety and Health Act, the Workplace Safety and Health Regulation, and the operational procedures set by the Branch. The Officer's work involves conducting inspections and interviews, preparing written reports on enforcement activities, issuing and determining compliance with improvement orders and stop work orders, and providing information to improve awareness of and compliance with safety and health legislation. The position may be called upon to give evidence at an inquest related to an incident or fatality or provide evidence before the Manitoba Labour Board. Qualifications : Essential :

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