Opportunity Notice - Health & Safety Officer

Posting Date: April 4, 2025
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: Town Hall
Salary: $65,434 - $76,981
Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday

Reporting to the General Manager, Client Services/Treasurer the Health & Safety Officer will be responsible for developing a standardized health and safety plan across all Town facilities, ensuring consistency and compliance with best practices and regulatory requirements and fostering a safe working environment for all employees. The Health & Safety Officer acts as the Community Emergency Management Coordinator (CEMC) for the Town and administers the emergency management functions in accordance with the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act.

The primary responsibilities for this position include (but are not limited to) the following:

Research, interpret and apply legislation and policies to ensure compliance with relevant regulations as it applies in order to minimize risk exposure for the Town. Propose and create new policies and/or policy amendments to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.
Serve as liaison or point of contact for regulatory bodies, including the Ministry of Labour.
Coordinate and track all Health and Safety related training to ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, new and existing corporate policies and procedures in order to reduce related risks.
Conduct risk assessments and audits to identify potential hazards in all work locations. Develop and implement strategies to mitigate identified risks.
Lead investigations into workplace incidents and accidents. Develop and implement corrective actions.
Conduct or arrange for ergonomic assessments for work areas and tasks with the potential to cause repetitive strain injuries.
Coordinate with Managers and the Human Resources Officer to develop suitable modified work plans for employees with temporary or permanent disabilities.
Responsible for reporting all accidents to WSIB claims and reporting to the Ministry of Labour if a critical injury or occupational illness occurs.
Track and monitor all WSIB claims. Liaise with WSIB, injured worker, supervisors and the Human Resources Officer to coordinate Early and Safe Return to Work.
Participate as a technical resource member of all Joint Health & Safety Committees (JHSC’s) to ensure compliance with legislation and consistency in application. Maintain records of meeting minutes and monthly inspections and support the upkeep of Health and Safety Boards and first aid kits at each Town facility.
Ensure regular workplace inspections are conducted of all Town facilities in order to confirm compliance with safety standards and government regulations.
Develop and maintain a health and safety training plan that includes health and safety orientation for new employees based on hazard assessments and in consultation with management.
Acts as the Community Emergency Management Coordinator (CEMC) for the Town, administers the emergency management functions in accordance with the Emergency Management and Civil Protections Act. The duties will be in collaboration with the other CEMC appointed by the Town and shall include:

Annual review of the emergency management program and emergency plan;
Annual review of the Hazard Index and Risk Assessment (HIRA);
Plan and Provide annual training and exercise for the Municipal Emergency Management Control Group;
Maintain the Emergency Operations Centre;
Ensure annual compliance documents are completed and submitted to the Province; and
Maintain the public education program.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of:

Post -secondary Degree/Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Health Sciences, Human Resources or related field.
Canadian Registered Safety Profession (CRSP) certification or willing to obtain.
Possess valid Joint Health & Safety Committee certification.
Certified as CEMC as per the requirements of O. Reg 380/04 or willing to obtain.
Valid First Aid, CPR & AED
Possess class ‘G’ Ontario Drivers License with ability to obtain satisfactory Driver’s Abstract.
Minimum three (3) years’ in a Health and Safety related position.
Must be fully knowledgeable of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, AODA legislation, and the Employment Standards Act, WHMIS, and WSIA.
Attention to detail and accuracy in the maintenance of records.
Proficient computer skills able to use various software applications including Records Management Systems, word processing, spreadsheets and database applications.
Sound analytical skills to interpret and explain regulations and policies related to Health and Safety.
Strong organizational, coaching, communication and interpersonal skills.
Maintain confidentiality, use sound judgement and demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment and maintain a professional demeanour

Assets:

Experience in a unionized environment
Experience in a municipal environment
Training and/or experience in Ergonomic Assessments

Interested candidates are invited to submit an application in confidence by 3:00 pm on May 2, 2025, quoting “Health & Safety Officer” attention to Human Resources by:
Mail: Town of Arnprior 105 Elgin St. W. Arnprior, ON K7S 0A8
E-mail: hr@arnprior.ca

The Town is committed to maintaining an equitable work environment and welcomes submissions from all qualified applicants. If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process please email the Human Resources Officer.

All applicants are thanked for their interest. Information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of candidate selection.