Safety Coordinator - Occupational Health, Safety & Wellness

About the Opportunity

The Safety Coordinator reports to the Central Zone Manager, Occupational Health, Safety and Wellness. The Safety Coordinator plays a key role in developing programs, tools, and training that support the essential elements of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS). This position ensures regulatory compliance with the Nova Scotia Occupational Health and Safety Act, as well as all relevant regulations, standards, and best practices. The Safety Coordinator is also responsible for providing expert safety services to all facilities and departments within the Nova Scotia Health Authority.

Serving as a liaison with the Department of Labour and Advanced Education, the Safety Coordinator provides guidance to all levels of management for effective and efficient implementation of the OHSMS. Continuous auditing of the OHSMS is performed to ensure ongoing compliance with legislation and applicable regulations. The Safety Coordinator collaborates with Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committees and Workplace Safety Teams to confirm they are properly established and function in accordance with statutory requirements. Additionally, the Safety Coordinator acts as a resource in investigating health and safety issues and identifying corrective actions.

Utilizing exceptional communication skills, the Safety Coordinator fosters a culture of safety throughout the organization by advising all staff on integrating safety into their daily operations. The Safety Coordinator is also tasked with delivering timely, accurate, and expert interpretation of occupational health and safety legislation, industry standards, and best practices.. 

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Grade 12 required
• Minimum college or university Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety required (minimum number of course hours may be required)
• Canadian Registered Safety Professional certification completed or eligible to write within 3 years of hire required
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience in Occupational Health and Safety required
• Additional training/certification in areas of safety is an asset
• Expert knowledge in OH & S Management Systems
• Broadly applicable general knowledge in most disciplines of OH & S
• Expert knowledge of OH & S legislation and regulations as well as industry best practices
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills – adult education and presentation skills
• Membership in good standing with professional or industry association if applicable is an asset
• Ability to develop, implement and train staff on OH & S related program required
• Must be able to work effectively at all staff levels of the provincial organization
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Long assignment full-time position; 70 hours biweekly
• Approximately 18 months

Compensation and Benefits

$36.98 - $44.71 hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.