Position Snapshot
Business area: Nestle Canada Inc
Job title: Occupational Health & Wellness Specialist
Location: 72 Sterling Rd, Toronto, ON M6R 2B6
In-Person

Benefits

• Comprehensive total rewards benefits package including Health and Dental benefits that start on day one of employment
• Company matched pension plan
• Three weeks of Vacation and five personal days (Personal Paid Holidays)
• Excellent training and development programs as well as opportunities to grow within the company
• Access to Educational Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
• Bonus eligibility
• Up to 50% off – Nespresso Coffee Machine, Capsules and accessories
• Access to the Discount Company store with Nestlé, Nespresso, and Purina products (Located across various Nestle offices/sites)
• Additional discounts on a variety of products and services offered by our preferred vendors and partnerships

A little bit about us

While Nestlé is known for KitKat, Gerber, Nescafe, and Häagen-Dazs, our recipe for success comes down to one thing: our people.
We strive to lead a people-focused culture that empowers employees to bring their authentic selves to work each day. There are 3,000+ members of Nestlé Canada celebrated for taking action using agility, courage, and trust to find solutions that benefit the business or greater good. We’re a team of changemakers, who are curious and challenge the status quo, that take risks that will help drive us forward.
Our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you. We know that empowerment leads to strong employee engagement, a great work culture, and motivated employees.

Position Summary

We are looking for an Occupational Health & Wellness Specialist based at our Sterling Rd factory reporting into the Senior HR Manager. This role will be responsible implementing and administering a comprehensive Health & Wellness Strategy for the Sterling Road factory.

A day in the life of an Occupational Health & Wellness Specialist
As an Occupational Health & Wellness Specialist, your main responsibility will be to meet key health and wellness objectives, which includes implementing the Market Health Strategy. You will be tasked with developing an occupational health and wellness program that encompasses various components such as ergonomics, audiometric testing, respiratory fit testing, Health Fairs, Health Education, coordinating flu and other immunization services, and providing support to the Safety, Health & Environment team.

You will also:
• Support case management of Short-Term, Long-Term disability, and WSIB claims.
• Demonstrate expertise in Occupational Health and Safety, Wellness programs, Early and Safe Return to Work program, and Attendance management program.
• Possess a good working knowledge of relevant legislation, such as the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, Ontario Human Rights code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and Canada Labour Code.
• Lead and coordinate the modified work and rehabilitation programs.
• Investigate, provide recommendations for resolution, develops, and implements health and safety initiatives, including ergonomics assessment and employee training, audiometric testing, and respiratory fit testing.
• Participate in required Job Evaluations and support physical demands assessments.
• Assist in administering First aid and investigating work-related incidents.

What will make you successful?

• Post-secondary education in a Health & Wellness related field, preferably in occupational health & safety.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Training and experience in Occupational Health, preferably in a factory and unionized setting.
• Working knowledge of pertinent legislation (i.e., OHSA, WSIA, Human Rights, AODA, Canada Labour Code).
• Highly organized, with good interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, and strong leadership.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and work under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other required programs.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision and in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong time management skills required.
• Adaptability to change.

We have a friendly, supportive team with a coaching and mentoring environment. There are real opportunities for future development and progression – this really could be a move towards the exciting [functional area] career you’ve always wanted.

What you need to know

We will be considering applicants as they apply, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.

Nestlé Canada is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We welcome qualified applicants to bring their diverse and unique experiences as a result of their education, perspectives, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. Nestlé will work with you in an effort to ensure that you are able to fully participate in the process.

We are Nestlé, the largest food and beverage company. We are 308,000 employees strong driven by the purpose of enhancing the quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Our values are rooted in respect: respect for ourselves, respect for others, respect for diversity and respect for our future. With more than CHF 91.4 billion sales in 2018, we have an expansive presence with 413 factories in more than 85 countries. We believe our people are our most important asset, so we'll offer you a dynamic inclusive international working environment with many opportunities across different businesses, functions and geographies, working with diverse teams and cultures. Want to learn more? Visit us at www.nestle.com.