Job Description:

Position Purpose:

The Health & Safety Advisor exists to establish and strengthen a consistent, organization-wide approach to occupational health and safety across The Salvation Army in Canada. By designing scalable programs and translating legislation into practical solutions, the role ensures compliance while advancing a proactive, risk-based safety culture. Its impact is seen in safer workplaces, reduced incidents, and improved operational resilience, enabling leaders and teams to embed prevention-focused practices into everyday operations.

 

Key Accountabilities:

• Design and implement enterprise-wide H&S programs that establish consistent processes for risk identification, incident management, and emergency preparedness.

• Develop policies, standards, and tools aligned with ISO 45001 and Canadian legislation to ensure compliant and effective safety practices.

• Standardize scalable solutions that can be applied across diverse operations and industries while maintaining practical usability.

• Interpret multi-jurisdictional legislation and translate requirements into clear, actionable controls for leaders and teams.

• Guide stakeholders on jurisdiction-specific obligations while reinforcing a cohesive national safety approach.

• Drive risk-based safety practices by leading hazard assessments and enabling effective mitigation using the hierarchy of controls.

• Strengthen organizational capability by supporting training, awareness initiatives, and shared accountability for safe work practices.

• Monitor performance through metrics, data analysis, and reporting to identify trends, inform decisions, and support continuous improvement.

 

Education and Experience Qualifications:

 

• Bachelor’s degree in health and safety or related discipline

• The Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP), Certified Health & Safety Consultant (CHSC) designation would be considered an asset.

• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive H&S experience, including program development or system implementation.

• Apply comprehensive knowledge of occupational health and safety legislation across multiple Canadian jurisdictions to ensure compliance.

• Build policies, procedures, and safety programs from the ground up that are practical and effective in diverse environments.

• Translate complex regulatory and technical requirements into clear, actionable guidance for operational teams.

• Navigate multi-industry and multi-site environments, including unionized settings, to support consistent safety practices.

• Integrate ISO 45001 and management system frameworks into program design and continuous improvement efforts.

• Analyze large HR and safety datasets using Excel and HRIS tools to identify trends, validate data, and inform decision-making.

• Assess enterprise-level risks, anticipate emerging hazards, and align safety initiatives with organizational strategy and mission.

• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment while managing sensitive information and high-pressure situations.

Compensation:

The target hiring range for this position is $85,321.60 to $106,641.60 with a maximum of $127,982.40.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.