Health and Safety Officer

Health and Safety Officer

Permanent Full-time

The Sudbury Catholic District School Board is located in Northeastern Ontario and serves approximately 6,900 students in 17 schools located in Greater Sudbury, as well as in Killarney.

Our School Board is host to and celebrates diverse cultures and is comprised of dedicated staff committed to high quality education that inspires and promotes lifelong learning. The Board is currently seeking a Health and Safety Officer to join our dynamic team.

Reporting to the Manager of Facility Services and Health and Safety, the Health and Safety Officer is responsible for the health and safety portfolio and works with the Occupational Health and Safety team to build a positive safety awareness and culture by guiding board stakeholders including superintendents, school administrators, supervisors, and all other employees to ensure worker safety is embedded into all practices.

The Health and Safety Officer is also responsible for developing the appropriate guidelines and procedures and provides sufficient and effective training to all board employees with the emphasis on reducing risk by anticipating, recognizing, evaluating, and controlling hazards and providing advice on safety related matters.

Essential Qualifications

Education/Certification

Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a degree in a related discipline (ex. Risk Management) along with a diploma or certificate in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent experience.

Asset: Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Health and Safety Consultant (CHSC) or National Construction Safety Officer (NCCSO) certification.

Experience

Ideally a minimum of five (5) years progressive experience in a safety role preferably within a public sector environment with unionized employees.

Key Activities

1. Manage the Incident On-line Reporting Tool, ensuring the data is complete and that submissions and responses are performed in a timely manner. Ensure that responses are thorough and complete. Prepare ad hoc reports highlighting to management trends and areas of concern, etc.
2. Develop, implement, and evaluate health and safety guidelines, procedures and services in accordance with the strategic direction, operational strategies, applicable legislation and legal obligations of the board.
3. Perform on-site safety audits and inspections to ensure compliance, evaluate performance, identify corrective action, and implement follow-up assessments, and work with site staff to mitigate job site hazards.

Knowledge

• Comprehensive understanding and working knowledge of OHSA and its regulations, related federal, provincial and local health and safety regulation as well as guidelines for Ontario school boards;
• Current knowledge of relevant legislation and statutory requirements;
• Practical experience in accident investigations and identification of safety hazards;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software.

Skills/Abilities

• Excellent problem-solving, conflict management and critical thinking skills;
• Excellent computer skills;
• Excellent interpersonal skills;
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written;
• Excellent organizational and time management skills;
• Excellent attention to detail and good with paperwork and filling of forms and reports;
• Ability to work successfully in a fast-paced and changing environment;
• Ability to work with minimal supervision;
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Other

May be required to work outside of normal business hours and on weekends from time to time. A valid driver's license is required as well as access to a vehicle.

The annual salary range for this position is $77,019.00 to $96,287.00 with a comprehensive benefit package.

Our board is committed to providing safe environments for our students and staff. Should you receive an offer of employment, it will include the requirement to submit an acceptable Police Record Vulnerable Sector Check, and completion of the Ministry of Labour Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps Training (on-line) prior to the commencement of any employment duties.

For more information on this opportunity and working for Sudbury Catholic Schools, please view the fully detailed job description by clicking and visiting our website. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and submit an up-to-date resume, along with supporting educational/training documentation. All applicants are thanked for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

As part of its commitment to equity, diversity and inclusivity, the Sudbury Catholic District School Board is committed to building a diverse and qualified workforce which reflects and serves the needs of its students and its communities, and supports the mission, vision and values of the Board.

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is being collected under the authority of the Education Act and will be used for employee recruitment and selection purposes. For questions about this collection of information please contact Human Resources Services at (705) 673-5620.

If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, or if you have questions about this collection of information, please contact Human Resources Services at (705) 673-5620.

Thank you for your interest in Sudbury Catholic Schools.

Mission: To realize each student’s potential within our inclusive Catholic learning community by nurturing and developing their mind, body, and spirit.

Vision: Leaders in Learning and Faith