Enterprise Risk Management - Senior Director/Director, Workplace Safety & Health

Aritzia

$200K — $400K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Expertise in workplace safety and health, particularly in distribution centers
  • Proven track record of championing corporate values in safety practices
  • Strong collaborative skills with cross-functional teams
  • Ability to set clear safety objectives and inspire a team
  • Dedication to quality improvements and business value creation

Responsibilities

  • Lead the daily operations of the workplace safety and health department
  • Establish and enhance Aritzia’s workplace safety practices
  • Identify and mitigate hazards in distribution center operations
  • Ensure compliance with workplace safety regulations
  • Manage and respond effectively to safety incidents
  • Monitor and assess workplace safety risks

Benefits

  • Industry-leading product discount and exclusive shopping events
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave
  • Access to an in-house café with complimentary coffee
  • State-of-the-art on-site fitness facility with various classes
  • 24/7 virtual wellness resources for all aspects of well-being
  • Inspirational and creative workplace environment, including dog-friendly facilities
  • Additional amenities like shower facilities and bike rooms
Full Job Description

THE TEAM

The mission of the Workplace Safety & Health Department is to uphold industry-leading best practices to prevent the occurrence of serious workplace injuries and illnesses.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Aritzia is growing and our Workplace Safety & Health (WSH) team is growing with it. This is a unique opportunity to be part of the team responsible for the design, execution, and maintenance of industry-leading health and safety practices to protect our people at our Distribution Centers (DCs). You will play a pivotal role in demonstrating the value of WSH to the business and external stakeholders while identifying and implementing strategic improvements to WSH practices across our DC operations. With people at the heart of everything we do, you will support your high-potential people to grow rewarding careers at Aritzia—while enjoying one yourself. 

THE ROLE

As the Senior Director/Director, Workplace Safety & Health, DC, you will lead the team to:

  • Work with the appropriate Business Support partners to seamlessly lead the day-to-day function of the department in support of corporate objectives, while enabling progressive career development and an incredible employee experience
  • Establish Aritzia’s approach to Workplace Safety & Health
  • Minimize the impacts associated with hazards in our spaces
  • Assess the compliance of the workplace safety & health program
  • Minimize the impacts associated with emergencies in our spaces
  • Respond to incidents quickly and effectively
  • Manage, maintain, and monitor WSH risk

THE QUALIFICATIONS

The Senior Director/Director, Workplace Safety & Health, DC, has:

  • Proven and best-in-class skills, applicable certifications, education and/or experience in Workplace Safety & Health with a focus on Distribution Centers (DCs)
  • A commitment to learn, apply, champion and enrich Aritzia's Values and Business and People Leadership principles
  • The skills to collaborate strategically with cross-functional partners in the pursuit of shared business outcomes
  • The ability to set clear objectives and design a strategy that inspires the team
  • A dedication to quality and investing in results and new business opportunities that add value

THE COMPENSATION

At Aritzia, we provide market-leading compensation packages designed to reward impact through our pay-for-performance philosophy.

The range for roles at this level is $200,000 - $400,000 CAD per year. Total compensation may include base, bonus and/or equity depending on the role, which has the potential to be greater than this range.

With comprehensive benefits, aspirational workspaces, and elevated perks and experiences — we provide it all.

THE PERKS

Some of the industry-leading benefits you will receive working at Aritzia:

  • Product Discount — Maybe you’ve heard of our famous product discount? Or our exclusive private shopping events? You have now.

  • BabyLeave Program — We provide up to 16 weeks of paid time to support you and your growing family.

  • A-OK Cafe— Our in-house cafe is like a private oasis where employees can enjoy a curated menu of snacks and beverages. You also get complimentary coffee. Treat yourself.

  • The SET— Our in-office fitness studio and gym with state-of-the-art equipment, custom-created classes and optional personal training. Open 7 days a week, it works out well.

  • Aritzia Virtual Wellness— Because your health, happiness and safety matter, we provide 24/7 resources to support you in your wellbeing goals, whether they’re physical, mental, social or financial.

  • Aspirational Workplace — Our distribution centres are specially designed to be places of creativity, productivity and inspiration. They’re also dog friendly. Woof.

  • Amenities — Additional amenities include shower facilities with elevated complementary conveniences, bike rooms and more.

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