EHS Advisor

The Opportunity

Responsible for helping prevent incidents in the workplace, promote a positive H&S culture and ensuring that employees adheer to the Wajax H&S program requirements. Support the operations to own and to drive the safety activities such that safety becomes a habit.

The Role

• Actively promote and demonstrate a “Safety First” attitude

COACHING/LEADER SUPPORT

• Maintain regular contact with all branches; walk shops with local leadership to identify non-conformances & deficiencies as well as review changes in personnel with local Leadership
• Act as SME; answer all safety related inquiries
• Provide updates on any new EHS programs / initiatives (i.e., EH&S Manual, Safety Talk, APB) any regulatory requirements and assist in developing or revising any procedures, forms, safety talks, etc. as requested

INCIDENT INVESTIGATIONS

• Review all incident reports immediately and work with branch to ensure incidents are managed effectively
• Support/guide branch with conducting proper accident/incident investigations and identifying the root cause
• Ensure thorough investigations are conducted for all non-recordables and near misses incidents
• Verify the causes identified in EHS software and the corresponding correctives actions address the risk
• Ensure incidents are actively reviewed and closed after all corrective actions are complete are not left in the ''Review''stage more than 48 hours

The Candidate

Education: Occupational Health & Safety Certificate (or equivalent accreditation preferable).

Work Experience: 4-5 years

Knowledge: Competent in common software programs such as Microsoft Office; ability to learn other software as needed; strong knowledge of current relevant OHS Codes, legislation, industry standards; previous Workers Compensation claims management experience an asset; experience in delivering training and facilitating meetings an asset; experience in Construction and/or Mining and/or heavy equipment an asset; standard First Aid certification; advanced First Aid certificate would be an asset; has obtained or working towards obtaining CRSP designation, or other related accreditations (e.g.- CSO) is an asset.

The Company

Since 1858, Wajax has been a leading industrial products and solutions provider continually innovating to serve Canadian industry coast-to-coast. We work in an extensive range of industries and core sectors of the Canadian economy including energy and renewables, food and beverage, construction, industrial/commercial, transportation, forestry, mining, metal processing, and oil and gas - to name a few. Everything we do is powered by people passionate about making a difference and who are dedicated to driving Canadian industry forward. People who provide the experience and expertise that support the industries that build our cities, power our businesses, put a roof over our heads and food on our tables.

Wajax offers a total compensation package that includes competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, learning and development, as well as some unique additional “perks.”

Highlights include:

• Competitive health and dental benefits with no waiting period for eligibility (100% employer paid premiums), plus health spending account.
• Wajax led e-learning, and product training through industry leading manufacturers.
• Exclusive discounts with a variety of manufacturers and service providers such as Ford, GM, Chrysler, Dell, TELUS, a group mortgage, home & auto insurance program, pet insurance, footwear & workwear, fitness membership, perkopolis, and more.
• Recognition program where points are earned for merchandise or gift certificates, plus cash awards.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Award-Winning Health and Wellness Program.

By working with Wajax, you become part of an inclusive and diverse team that is dedicated to innovation and teamwork. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities across Canada in which we do business. As an equal opportunity employer, please inform us if any accommodation is required if contacted for an interview.

As a condition of employment, final candidates will be subject to pre-screening.

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