Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator

Position Overview

Based in Ottawa, ON, this full-time role as an Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator involves supporting a highly regulated operational environment focused on safety, teamwork, and continuous enhancement. The role entails nurturing a proactive safety culture while ensuring adherence to occupational health and safety laws and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate workplace inspections, hazard evaluations, accident investigations, and recommend corrective measures.
• Conduct ergonomic assessments, oversee safety equipment recommendations, and assist with personal protective equipment compliance and inventory.
• Revise and maintain safety programs, policies, and procedures to ensure they meet current legislation and best practices.
• Organize employee safety training, perform workplace audits, and contribute to ongoing occupational health and safety projects.
• Generate reports, keep safety documentation, support Workplace Health and Safety Committee activities, and analyze safety data to identify improvement areas.
• Collaborate with internal teams to offer expert safety guidance and assist with operational safety investigations.

Qualifications and Skills

• 2 to 4 years of progressive experience in Occupational Health and Safety.
• College diploma or university degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Biology, or related fields.
• Proven experience developing safety policies, procedures, reports, orientation programs, and coordinating safety training sessions.
• Strong understanding of provincial and federal occupational health and safety legislation, incident investigation, and risk assessment methods.
• Competency in Microsoft Office and experience in managing safety records and reporting.
• Excellent organizational, communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment.
• Experience in ergonomics, knowledge of ISO 45001 standards, and progress towards recognized OHS certification are advantageous.

Additional Information

• Language requirements: Fluent English and intermediate French proficiency.
• Background checks including criminal record and employment references are mandatory.

From the Hiring Manager

We seek a candidate who thrives in fieldwork, values building relationships, and devises practical solutions to improve workplace safety. A proactive, collaborative mindset focused on continuous improvement will ensure success in this team-oriented environment.

About the Employer

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