Reporting to the Safety Manager, you will be responsible for assisting with loss prevention /control systems, as they relate to health and safety and in providing technical support for improvement efforts.
The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining a safe and healthy working environment for our employees.


Responsibilities

• Will assist managment with the development and implementation of a safety management system aimed at preventing and controlling losses
• Will participate in incident preventation activities, including inspections, observations and incident investigations.
• Acts in an advisory capacity to managment and may serve as a liaison with governmental agencies as necessary
• Ensure compliance with applicable health and safety regulations and standards
• Provide training and education on health and safety procedures to employees
• Investigate accidents and incidents and develop strategies to prevent reoccurrence

Requirements

• Preference will be given to candidates with a post-secondary degree and/or certificate in Occupational Safetyand Health or CRSP/CHSC designation (preferred)
• Knowledge of safety and health regulations and standards
• Knowledge of industrial hygiene
• Demonstrated experience with WCB processes and return to work programs
• Previous experience in a 7/24 Manufacturing environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and safety management software
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines

ADDITIONAL INCENTIVES:

This is a permanent full-time Monday to Friday position
Gerdau offers excellent benefits including:

• Health, dental, vision, short & long term disability, and life/accidental life insurance
• RRSP with company matching
• Employee Assistance Program