Facilities and Health and Safety Officer

The Huron-Perth Catholic District School Board invites applications for the Facilities and Health & Safety Officer.

This position is an integral member of the facilities department, responsible to assist with the day-to-day efficient and safe operation of all school sites and the board office facilities. This position is also responsible for organizational safety management, and Safety training/programs. The successful incumbent will work with the Manager of Assessment and Plant to plan, develop, implement, and maintain procedures within the organization that eliminates and minimizes any accidents and/or health exposures, ensures organizational compliance with the Ontario Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and any other legislation/regulations.

The successful candidate will possess the following skills and qualifications:

● Post-secondary education in Facilities Management, Occupational Health and Safety, Project Management or equivalent is required;

● A professional designation as a Canadian Registered Safety Professional, Certified Safety Professional, Registered Occupational Hygienist, or Certified Industrial Hygienist is preferred;

● Minimum of three (3) years of related experience specifically in the development and implementation of Health and Safety programs within a unionized environment;

● Expert knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations, with an understanding of the role of Health and Safety in the education sector;

● Knowledge of the Safe Drinking Water Act and its regulations, with experience in water sample collection for outside analysis;

● Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;

● Ability to work both independently and as an effective team member;

● Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy with the ability to prioritize and multitask;

● Proficient computer skills utilizing Google Workspace; and

● Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation is required; must travel to school sites.

Qualified applicants are asked to submit a resume, copies of all relevant educational and professional credentials and three professional references, with written authorization to contact all references.

Applications are to be submitted by 4:00 pm on Monday, January 22, 2024 to: careers@huronperthcatholic.ca

Please note that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

The HPCDSB is committed to equity in employment and hiring practices. Persons with disabilities who require accommodations in the application or interview process should contact Human Resources at 519-345-2440 prior to the posting closing date so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Ability to Relocate:

• Dublin, ON N0K 1E0: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Dublin, ON N0K 1E0