Health and Safety Specialist

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Health and Safety Specialist to join our team in the GTA Ontario, Canada. This role is instrumental in leading and developing our Health & Safety programs at a national level. The focus will be on ensuring a safe, healthy, and secure environment for employees while complying with federal and provincial legislation.Responsibilities- Develop, implement, and continuously improve a comprehensive health and safety program that aligns with the organization's goals and objectives- Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify hazards, assess risks, and implement corrective actions to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations- Enforce health and safety policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards- Manage Worker Compensation programs, conduct investigations, and manage return-to-work processes- Support all branches on health and safety matters, including the proper use of safety equipment and adherence to safety protocols- Lead incident investigations to identify root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence- Monitor and analyze safety performance metrics to identify trends, track progress, and recommend improvements- Create, maintain, and provide health and safety training programs and develop safe work methods- Prepare reports, maintain safety records and documentation, and follow up with employees to ensure compliance- Travel to different branches as required.- Applicants should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a Health and Safety Specialist role or a related field.- Proficiency in electrical distribution is required for this role.- Experience in logistics and distribution is essential.- Knowledge and experience in wholesale distribution is a prerequisite for this role.- Familiarity with warehouse distribution is necessary.- Applicants must have knowledge and experience in Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).- Experience in conducting safety audits is required.- Applicants should be familiar with safety standards and regulations in the workplace.- A strong ability to communicate and enforce safety standards is required.- Applicants should demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to resolve safety issues effectively.- Candidates should show a strong commitment to promoting a culture of safety within the organization.Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.4154. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.Only job postings for jobs located in Quebec appear in French.© 2024 Robert Half. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use.

Location: Woodbridge, CA

Posted Date: 10/29/2024