Health & Safety Coordinator

at  Natural Resource Solutions Inc

Natural Resource Solutions Inc. (NRSI) is proud to provide high quality and cost-effective natural environment consulting solutions to our clients across Canada. We are a highly respected niche biological consulting firm with offices in Waterloo, Ontario and Calgary, Alberta. Our team of skilled ecologists provide expertise in the identification and management of significant and sensitive natural species and their habitats.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

NRSI is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Coordinator to help maintain a safe and healthy workplace. The role involves assisting in developing, implementing, and overseeing safety policies, ensuring regulatory compliance, conducting risk assessments, and promoting a proactive safety culture. The position requires close collaboration with management, HR, and staff, along with strong communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.

The primary duties and responsibilities for this role include:

• Assist in development, implementation, and maintenance of health and safety policies and procedures at NRSI.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable government regulations and safety standards.
• Manage the internal health and safety onboarding for new staff, assist in Developing training materials, deliver safety training sessions including office tours and initial training.
• Manage the internal Health and Safety platform, ensuring training completion, certificate tracking, and accurate documentation.
• Handle subcontractor pre-qualifications and ensure adherence to performance metrics.
• Manage health and safety onboarding for new clients, including policy updates, ISN setup, and document revisions.
• Oversee compliance and updates on client platforms such as ISN and Avetta.
• Support the implementation of safety programs, ergonomic assessments, and job safety plans.
• Assist in incident reporting, investigations, and follow up, including the preparation of safety reports.
• Maintain safety records, and support emergency response planning.
• Complete internal audits (i.e., Daily Job safety plans, vehicle circle checks, worker observations etc.).
• Assist with managing WCB claims, injury reporting, and return-to-work programs, ensuring proper documentation and follow-up.
• Promote a positive safety culture through communication, training initiatives, and employee recognition programs.
• Stay current on legal requirements and legislative changes to ensure NRSI remains compliant with safety standards.
• Chair and participate in Health & Safety Committee meetings, ensuring regular meetings and inspections, and follow up on action items.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Your Education:

• A Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health, or a related field

Key Job Requirements:

• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a health and safety role, preferably with an Environmental consulting firm.
• Strong knowledge of OHSA and other health & safety regulations.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organization and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and still be a great team member
• Valid Class G Ontario Driver’s License

Benefits:

• Health and Dental Benefits
• Paid Time Off Available
• RRSP Matching
• Professional Development Allowance

Application Closing Date: November 22, 2024. Interviews will begin as suitable applicants are found.
Application Requirements: A cover letter addressed to Meenal Sharma and Phil Anderson is required with all applications.
Position Start Date: Jan 4, 2025.
Location: Waterloo, Ontario.
Salary: $24.00-$26.00 per hour commensurate on experience.
Estimated number of hours per week: 25-30 hours.
Monday to Friday – Work schedule is flexible and can be discussed.
NRSI is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
NRSI is also committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in our recruitment process, employment, services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact our HR Department at 519-725-2227 ext. 224.
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• Assist in development, implementation, and maintenance of health and safety policies and procedures at NRSI.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable government regulations and safety standards.
• Manage the internal health and safety onboarding for new staff, assist in Developing training materials, deliver safety training sessions including office tours and initial training.
• Manage the internal Health and Safety platform, ensuring training completion, certificate tracking, and accurate documentation.
• Handle subcontractor pre-qualifications and ensure adherence to performance metrics.
• Manage health and safety onboarding for new clients, including policy updates, ISN setup, and document revisions.
• Oversee compliance and updates on client platforms such as ISN and Avetta.
• Support the implementation of safety programs, ergonomic assessments, and job safety plans.
• Assist in incident reporting, investigations, and follow up, including the preparation of safety reports.
• Maintain safety records, and support emergency response planning.
• Complete internal audits (i.e., Daily Job safety plans, vehicle circle checks, worker observations etc.).
• Assist with managing WCB claims, injury reporting, and return-to-work programs, ensuring proper documentation and follow-up.
• Promote a positive safety culture through communication, training initiatives, and employee recognition programs.
• Stay current on legal requirements and legislative changes to ensure NRSI remains compliant with safety standards.
• Chair and participate in Health & Safety Committee meetings, ensuring regular meetings and inspections, and follow up on action items.
• Perform other duties as assigne