Health And Safety Coordinator

Health and Safety Coordinator – KMS – Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

­­­­Reporting directly to the Division Manager, the Health & Safety Coordinator monitors and supports all aspects of our safety programs. The Employee’s key responsibilities are to assist the HSE Manager with development and maintenance of industrial Health and Safety programs. He/she may also perform duties within his/her capabilities in addition to those identified in this job description. The Health & Safety Coordinator must work well in a fast-paced environment and provide analyses/recommendations to the Division Manager and HSE Manager.

Main Duties:

• Researching both federal and provincial regulations for the purpose of developing and implementing safe work practices and procedures.
• Collecting, recording and reporting Health and Safety statistical information.
• Identification and reporting of Health and Safety hazards.
• Scheduling and assisting with safety meetings and training.
• Reviewing and updating health, safety and environment related processes such as the confined space, preventive maintenance, training and WHMIS programs.
• Updating and distributing Health and Safety communications such as handbooks, manuals, safety alerts and material safety data sheets.
• Other duties within incumbent’s capabilities as required

Requirements:

• Trade experience in Industrial Environment
• 2 - 3 years of relevant work experience is preferred
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are require
• PC skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Hold and maintain the usual Safety Certificates
• Must have a vehicle and valid Driver’s License
• Training will be provided where necessary

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $65,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Dartmouth, NS B2Y 4R4 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Dartmouth, NS B2Y 4R4: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person