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Full Time, Permanent.

Work Hours – Monday to Friday.

Location: Regina or Saskatoon. This role is eligible for hybrid (up to 20%) – this means you’ll have the flexibility of working from home and in the office (in Regina or Saskatoon), on a scheduled rotation once training requirements have been met. Until then, the successful incumbent will be expected to work on-site, full-time.

Apply by: May 12, 2024

This role is responsible for the development and delivery of the Health, Safety and Emergency Management Program for SGI and its regional operations. Provides advice, guidance and support on the interpretation and application of all corporate safety programs, policies and procedures and applicable legislation; manages workplace audits and incident investigations and resulting corrective actions; ensures regulatory compliance and fosters a culture of safety excellence.

Safety Management Programs (30%)

• Develops, implements, and maintains the Health, Safety and Emergency Management Program pursuant to all legislative requirements.

• Provides direction and support to management for OH&S regulatory compliance.

• Builds and fosters collaborative relationships with internal and external partners to promote a positive safety culture.

• Participates on corporate committees to provide perspective on health, safety and emergency management issues (e.g. threat assessment and incident management teams).

• Coordinates the Occupational Health Committees at all locations to ensure effectiveness in their roles and responsibilities and regulatory compliance.

• Arranges for and coordinates contracts with vendors and/or suppliers for equipment or services required for corporate safety programming.

• Monitors all safety initiatives to ensure consistent application and compliance with acts, regulations and corporate standards across all SGI offices and jurisdictions.

• Participates in the corporation’s business continuity management program by providing support, training, and review of plans.

Policy Development (20%)

• Researches, develops, and updates corporate policies and procedures related to health, safety and emergency management.

• Participates in the development, review and measurement of work plans and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory bodies.

• Research and reviews OH&S standards and best practices, keeps abreast of changes to acts and regulations and recommends new and innovative safety initiatives.

Compliance Audits, Investigations and Reporting (15%)

• Conducts on-site audit inspections of work locations throughout the province to ensure compliance to federal legislation, provincial legislation, and corporate standards.

• Works with OH&S committees to ensure annual follow-up and compliance audits are completed.

• Prepares the corporation for the audit process every three years.

• Ensures proper tracking of data and documentation of all aspects of the Health, Safety and Emergency Management Program.

• Investigates all incidents, near misses, dangerous occurrences and injuries and coordinates corrective actions with internal and external partners.

• Manages the inspection and investigation processes for determining root causes and corrective actions required to support prevention practices.

• Develops and maintains a job safety analysis process and risk assessments procedures for all corporate work activities.

• Compiles, analyzes, and prepares data for monthly, quarterly, and annual reports and statistics.

Safety Education and Training (15%)

• Develops and facilitates training and employee orientation sessions, workshops, and information sessions to provide management and employees with the information necessary to prevent occupational incidents and/or injuries and implement corporate safety programs.

• Ensures managers, employees and contractors are aware of and are in compliance with their responsibilities under all existing legislation and corporate standards.

• Develops and implements table-top training exercises that focus on emergency response and safety practices.

Leadership (10%)

• Actively contributes to and supports a culture of a high performing workforce.

• Participates in divisional succession plans, ensuring ongoing professional and career development and supports development in others.

• Supports a culture of leadership and accountability to effectively deliver on strategic and corporate strategies.

• Is actively committed to leadership development across the company, supporting team and workforce readiness through mentoring, training, and developmental opportunities.

Corporate Management (10%)

• Enables the success of programs and policies that are in alignment with corporate, strategic, and divisional strategies.

• Manages risk in area of authority.

• Ensures that the Health, Safety and Emergency Management Policy is applied in area of responsibility.

Education and Experience

• A four-year degree from an accredited post-secondary education institution in a relevant field of study such as Health or Business.

• A Certificate or Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety.

• A Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation would be an asset.

• A Designation in Business Continuity would be an asset.

• Five years experience with increasing responsibility in health, safety, and emergency management.

• A valid driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of The Saskatchewan Employment Act, The Workers’ Compensation Act, The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code (and equivalent legislation in AB, MB and ON) and other related legislation as they relate to OH&S.

• Knowledge of the prevention and cause(s) of incidents and injuries.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of a safe workplace, including shared responsibility, accountability, and due diligence.

• Knowledge of the safety audit tools standards and best practices and the ability to prepare the corporation for the regular audit process.

• Skill in developing proposals and presenting recommendations in order to obtain co-operation and approval for proposed courses of action, programs, and procedures.

• Skill in dealing with confrontational, confidential, and difficult situations in a diplomatic and effective manner.

• Ability to conduct workplace safety inspections and incident investigations including corrective recommendations.

• Ability to provide innovative safety solutions that meet business area needs.

• Ability to provide leadership and direction for corporate-wide change initiatives to build and sustain a positive safety culture.

• Ability to oversee the planning, implementation and monitoring of a health, safety, and emergency management program to reduce operational risk.

Posting Close Date:

As you prepare to submit your application, and cover letter if applicable, please highlight the achievements that demonstrate why you're a great candidate for this role.