Health & Safety Specialist

Do you want to be a part of a global team whose mission is to be the leading specialist in electric power switching, protection, and control by creating innovative solutions that are easily applied and provide the best long-term value? We help companies like Bruce Power, Toronto Hydro, Hydro Quebec, and many others keep the lights on for their customers.

We design, manufacture, provide post sales support and everything in between. Our business is fostered around our core values of personal integrity, respect for people, commitment to excellence and responsible stewardship. We are happy to share that we are a land fill free company. We take our commitment to our Team Members, Customers, and the environment seriously.

The Health & Safety Specialist is responsible for providing health and safety guidance and support to the Power System Services (PSS) and Production Operation divisions at our Toronto manufacturing facility.

The individual will play a pivotal role in encouraging and ensuring the continuous improvement of Health and Safety performance at S&C by conducting regular audits, identifying key risks, recommending and preparing actions plans, and working with the operations team to ensure full compliance.

The individual will provide advice and guidance on Health & Safety matters for our Canadian division by reviewing trends and target areas for improvement; deliver Health and Safety training, and work with the PSS and operations team on specific projects.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and manage policies, procedures and reporting systems for PSS Safety program. Continually review these to ensure consistency with standards, legislation, regulatory changes, safety requirements, industry best practices and the needs of the company.
• Conduct orientation with new employees on all health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Maintain records of third-party contracts relevant to health and safety issues and legislation including, but not limited to: ISNetworld and Avetta.
• Produce monthly analysis of safety documentation and statistics.
• Actively participate in claims management, including return to work.
• Perform safety monitoring and interpret data, prepare written reports, documenting testing methodology, observations, results, and recommendations.
• Review all incident investigation reports and make suggestions to prevent reoccurrence and assist in the development of corrective action.
• Research and stay current with health and safety industry trends; identify opportunities to be innovative in program development and delivery.
• Participate in the Joint Health & Safety Committee; encourage worker input and involvement in a meaningful manner.
• Conduct internal (manufacturing environment) and external (PSS Field Work) safety inspections and audits as prescribed and follow up with the required corrective actions.
• Participate in manufacturing and PSS field work meetings to discuss workplace safety and regulatory concerns and opportunities.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or college diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental (EHS) Studies or related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working in a similar capacity.
• Experience working within the electrical or manufacturing industry.
• Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of the low, medium and high voltage electrical safety work practices including applicable CSA Standards along with the Occupational Health & Safety Act and its Regulations (Industrial Establishments & Construction) is an asset.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proven ability to coach, train, and mentor to a variety of audiences (field services, senior management, and corporate staff).
• Flexibility to provide health and safety support on the day and afternoon shift as needed.
• Ability to travel up to 30% within Canada, primarily Ontario.

Physical Effort:

Normal or frequent minor physical effort is required for day-to-day activity in the workplace. May involve standing, sitting, walking, climbing stairs and lifting/moving/using objects or equipment up to 20lbs.

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Travel: Approximately 30% within Canada.

Why Work for S&C Electric Canada Ltd

Celebrating a Century of Innovation. S&C has been around for over 100 years, and we help companies keep the lights on for their customers. Integrity, enthusiasm, sustained energy. These are the traits that S&C has always looked for and found when seeking people to join our team. S&C offers a competitive package of pay and benefits, including:

• Competitive compensation and Bonus Plan
• Pension Plan
• Flexible Benefit Options, medical 100% paid by S&C
• Paid Holiday Shutdown
• Summer Hours
• Seniority Recognition Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• A safe and fun working environment where we celebrate our milestones.
• Access to Spark LMS, our internal learning platform which gives you an opportunity to learn new skills and improve on the ones you already have.

These are just some of the other reasons why S&C is a great place to work. We are a large team who believes in providing growth opportunities to our team members. The career possibilities at S&C are endless. Do we still have your attention? If so, click on the link to submit your application and join our team today!

S&C Electric Canada Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, S&C Electric Canada Ltd. will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform S&C Electric Canada Ltd.’s Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of.