People and Safety Coordinator

Township of Oro-Medonte

$77K — $93K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in health and safety within a service industry, municipal or public sector is preferred.
  • Degree or diploma in Human Resources, Labour Relations, Health and Safety, or related discipline.
  • Possession or willingness to obtain CHRP/CHRL and/or CRSP certifications.
  • Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practices.
  • Proven experience in project management, specifically in health and safety and training programs.

Responsibilities

  • Lead development of the Community of Belonging and Wellness programs, including project planning and implementation.
  • Coordinate complete recruitment process from job postings to employment offers.
  • Facilitate activities of the Joint Health and Safety Committee, including meetings and training.
  • Conduct annual safety program audits and develop necessary training and policies.
  • Ensure timely verification of safety standard operating procedures and certifications with department managers.
  • Assess annual corporate training needs for health and safety education.
  • Comply with Occupational Health and Safety legislation and departmental operational guidelines.

Benefits

  • Flexible work environment promoting work-life balance.
  • Comprehensive employer-paid health coverage.
  • Contributory OMERS pension plan.
  • Engagement events to foster community within the workplace.
  • Opportunities for learning and professional development.
Full Job Description
About the Role

Reporting to the Director, People and Culture, the People and Safety Coordinator will coordinate various people programs and lead safety, wellness, inclusion, and engagement programs.

Highlights of key responsibilities include:

  • Lead the research and development of internal Community of Belonging program as well as the development of the Wellness program, including project plans and program implementation;
  • Coordinate the full recruitment process, including job postings, resume screening, interviews, background checks, and employment offers;
  • Facilitate the Joint Health and Safety Committee's activities such as meetings, training and inspections, with the Co-Chairs;
  • Conduct an annual safety program audit, develop new processes, policies and conduct internal training on updates and new requirements;
  • Coordinate with department managers to verify all required safety standard operating procedures, track and ensure certifications are renewed in a timely manner;
  • Work with the Director of People and Culture to conduct annual corporate safety training needs assessment to develop and research health and safety education and training plan resources.
  • Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, WHMIS, applicable legislation, regulations, statutes, and departmental policies, procedures, practices and operational guidelines, and perform safe work practices.


Please refer to the People and Safety Coordinator job description for further information.

What You Bring

The ideal candidate possesses strong knowledge of health and safety, employment and labour relations legislation, standards, and best practices with a minimum of three (3) years of related experience within a full-service industry, municipal or public sector experience is a strong asset. Additionally, the successful candidate will have a degree or diploma in Human Resources, Labour Relations, Health and Safety or a related discipline and hold or willing to obtain a Certified Huiman Resources (CHRP/CHRL) and/or Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designations.

You have experience in project management focused on health and safety and training programs, as well as strong and clear oral communication in training facilitation, providing direction and enabling effective language to foster an inclusive and safe environment.

A satisfactory Driver's Abstract and Criminal Background Check are required for this role.

What We Offer

This non-union bargaining exempt position offers a salary commensurate with experience and education (2026 annual salary range of $77,112 - $93,730). The Township of Oro-Medonte values work-life balance, employee well-being, and professional growth. In this role, you will enjoy a flexible work environment, comprehensive employer paid health coverage, contributory OMERS pension plan, engagement events, and learning and professional development opportunities.

Application Deadline

If you are interested in joining our team of dedicated municipal professionals, we encourage you to submit your application through our Township's website via the link below by 4:30 p.m. on August 17, 2026.

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