Classification & Regular Hours

Hours per Week: 35

Salary Grade: 14

The base salary will be $66,350 - $94,700 per annum. Starting salary will be aligned with the successful candidate's experience, skills, and demonstrated qualifications.

Please note, this position is a 1-year temporary full-time contract opportunity.

Secondments are Welcome

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Responsibilities

The Health and Safety Specialist works in support of Housing & Ancillary Services (HAS) to contribute to the health, safety and well being of staff, students and visitors within HAS operated facilities and environments. Working in collaboration with the University's central Health & Safety unit (Health, Safety and Employee Well-being), the role supports the identification of hazards and the implementation of appropriate controls to mitigate health, safety and environmental risks, with the goal of preventing accidents, injuries, and occupational illness within the HAS portfolio.

The Specialist delivers hands on health and safety services to HAS units, including training, the investigation of musculoskeletal and workplace incidents and the identification and mitigation of operational and workplace hazards. The role supports compliance with applicable legislation, University policies, and best practices by partnering with HAS leaders, supervisors, and joint health and safety representatives, while ensuring alignment with central Health & Safety standards and guidance. The Specialist serves as a key liaison between Housing & Ancillary Services and Health, Safety & Employee Well-Being to ensure coordinated, consistent and effective service delivery.

Qualifications

Education:

• Undergraduate Degree in Health Science, Science or a related field
• Completion or working towards a Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) or similar designation

Experience:

• 5 years of experience managing health and safety programs, preferably in a unionized environment
• Experience participating in safety management processes, completing audits and inspections and leading training and safety committees

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• In-depth knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations
• Familiarity with the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, and other relevant legislation and regulations
• Familiarity with hazards and associated risks in a large hospitality and retail environment
• Knowledge of data maintenance, analytics and reporting tools
• Proven ability to establish and maintain procedures that ensure safety
• Ability to provide advice on the proper and safe use of materials and equipment and ensure a safe environment by identifying, resolving and reporting safety hazards
• Ability to adhere to legislated safety requirements and Western safety policies
• Ability to investigate defined issues, solicit input, and suggest remedies and alternative approaches that meet the needs of the situation
• Ability to effectively present information, and conduct training sessions and workshops
• Customer service skills with an ability to collaborate and develop credible relationships with internal and external stakeholders, regulatory agencies and other institutions
• Ability to apply critical thinking to evaluate information and make appropriate decisions or recommendations
• Ability to work well under pressure and use good judgment in assessing difficult situations
• Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, with databases and web applications
• Ability and willingness to employ a consultative and collaborative approach to addressing issues and making decisions
• A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Communication skills to deliver information professionally in difficult circumstances and establish rapport with people from diverse backgrounds
• Competency to maintain confidentiality and treat sensitive information with discretion

Please Note:

This position is an existing vacancy. This position is fully in-person, on-site. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.