Health & Safety Coordinator (1 contract vacancy)

City of Woodstock Ontario

$88K — $104K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Post-secondary degree or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety or related field.
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an occupational health and safety role.
  • Knowledge in developing policies, procedures, and conducting hazard assessments.
  • Ability to interpret health and safety legislation and guidelines.
  • Experience in training development and delivery.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and health & safety software.
  • Valid Ontario driver’s license (Class G) and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and facilitate health and safety training sessions.
  • Assist in auditing and improving the health and safety program.
  • Research and update health and safety policies and procedures.
  • Supervise Joint Health & Safety Committees and assess training needs.
  • Investigate workplace accidents and provide corrective action guidance.
  • Track injury data and report trends.
  • Conduct occupational hygiene testing and fit testing.

Benefits

  • In-office position with a standard 35-hour work week.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Potential for involvement in high-impact safety initiatives.
  • Work in a supportive team environment.
  • Exposure to a variety of health and safety practices.
Full Job Description
2026-58
HEALTH & SAFETY COORDINATOR (1 Contract Full-Time Position, 16 months)

Reporting to: Manager of Health & Safety
Department: Human Resources
Classification: Full Time Contract; Non-Union
Salary Range: $88,058 - $104,878
Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday
Starting Date: September 2026
Application Deadline: No later than 4:00 p.m. August 7, 2026

Duties and Responsibilities:
  1. Develop, implement, coordinate, and facilitate various occupational health and safety training sessions. In addition, administer the Corporate core orientation training elements (i.e. Health & Safety awareness, WHMIS, Driver Awareness, and Workplace Violence & Harassment Prevention...).
  2. Assist in developing, implementing, auditing, and improving the City's Health & Safety program in accordance with regulatory requirements, guidelines, and standards.
  3. Research, develop, implement, monitor, evaluate, and update Corporate health and safety policies, procedures, SOPs, and Safety Talks as required. Assist City departments with the development of department specific health and safety related and procedures and SOPs.
  4. Supervise the function, assess the effectiveness and training needs, and act as a resource to all City Joint Health & Safety Committees and Health & Safety Reps.
  5. Investigate health and safety related complaints / concerns and workplace accidents / injuries, including critical injuries. Identify root cause and provide guidance to Managers and Supervisors in the development and implementation of corrective actions.
  6. Track worker injury data and report any identified trends to the applicable Manager or Supervisor.
  7. Conduct or coordinate occupational Hygiene related testing (noise, air quality...).
  8. Provide assistance in reviewing hazardous products Safety Data Sheets (SDS) to establish training needs and safe handling protocols prior to products being brought into the workplace.
  9. Conduct fit testing per the City's respiratory protection program.
  10. Liaise with MOLITSD and other regulatory agencies as required.
  11. Assist in the selection of safety devices and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  12. Act as alternate Risk Management / Safety Officer under the City's Incident Management System (IMS).
Qualifications:
Essential
  • Post-secondary degree or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety or a closely related field.
  • Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in an occupational health and safety role.
  • Knowledge and experience in developing policies, procedures, safety talks; conducting hazard assessments and workplace inspections.
  • Ability to interpret and apply health and safety related legislation, standards, and guidelines.
  • Experience in developing and delivering training, familiarity with ergonomic assessments and occupational hygiene testing.
  • Proficient in maintaining accurate records.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to learn and use health and safety related software.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbal and written, with excellent facilitation, public speaking and problem-solving skills.
  • Work well in a team environment, with the ability to function well with minimal supervision.
  • Proven organizational skills, with the ability to effectively deal with sensitive and confidential information.
  • Requires a valid Ontario driver's license (minimum Class G), in good standing, with access to a reliable personal vehicle.
Preferred
  • Hold or are working towards the Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) or Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST) designation(s). Any other related designations would be considered an asset (i.e. CHSC, ROH, CIH, ROHT).
  • Municipal experience would be considered an asset.

Working Conditions:
  • This is an in-office position of 35 hours weekly; hours of work are governed by the time required to complete tasks.
  • Work is subject to interruption and occasional unpleasant interactions.
  • Requires long periods of seated work and may be required to lift up to 45lbs.
  • May be requested to work additional hours to attend meetings or for special events.

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