The Junior Safety Advisor is responsible for working with management, employees, and owner operators to ensure a safe and healthy working environment. The Junior Safety Advisor will ensure that the company safety program is compliant with all applicable provincial laws and best practices, and implemented in an organized and efficient manner. The role will report to the General Manager and the Safety Manager. The role is a junior position, with the opportunity to transition into an intermediate position with hard work and dedication to the team.
Job Description Details
Conduct and document off-site vehicle inspections of all company owned and owner operator trucks and cranes
Conduct ongoing site safety inspections of the office, warehouse, and yard
Work with the Safety Coordinator to complete data compilation pertaining to all things safety related
Work with the Safety Coordinator to ensure the company is current on all Health & Safety legislations and is meeting with provincial regulations relating to Occupational Health & Safety
Assist with accident/incident investigations, ensuring that they are properly reported, and recommend effective preventative measures
Assist with WCB investigations and claims, including Form 7 & Accident Investigation reports
Conduct onsite Health & Safety orientation for new workers, both in house staff and owner operators
Work with Driver Services to ensure that all employees and owner operators are up to date with all related training and certification
Act as the company safety representative at site safety orientation meetings
Knowledge and Skills Required
1 year minimum in a safety related position
Must have a current OFA 2
Thorough knowledge of all WorkSafe (WCB) procedures/safety practices
Ability to remain calm and respond effectively while administering first aid
Ability to organize and ensure all accidents, incidents and injuries are properly reported and recorded as per WorkSafe and Company practices
Ability to work both independently and in a team
Well-developed communication skills, both verbal and written
Trucking industry knowledge/experience an asset
Understanding of the Certificate of Recognition (COR) an asset
Additional Information
The successful candidate must have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License and vehicle
The successful candidate will ensure our COR Certification standards are always met
To apply for this position please email a copy of your resume and cover letter by November 15, 2017
