Field Safety Advisor

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW
In partnership with stakeholders, the Field Safety Advisor will develop, recommend, implement and oversee initiatives to promote a safe working environment in accordance with all legislation/regulations and corporate requirements in support of our “Safety Above All” and “Living P-S-P” philosophy.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
•    Perform safety / Hazmat / accident / incident / near misses’ investigations timely, contributing factors identified, prepare reports and summaries for review by operational leadership/HR, and ensure any improvement plans identified, implemented
•    Adhere to related federal and provincial requirements, as well as submit all required regulatory filings (e.g., LAB reports, EAHOR) 
•    Review and analyze accident / incident and injury data and action planning to identify risks and put controls in place
•    Manage and follow up on all Riskmaster relating to Vehicle Accidents
•    In collaboration with stakeholders and utilizing QDM methodology, develop and implement a comprehensive and sustainable safety strategy and ensure annual reviews are completed to reduce accidents and injuries
•    Act as local contractor relations liaison by maintaining relationships with contractors and vendors
•    Develop, implement, and maintain safety policies, procedures and work practices to ensure OHSA and regulatory compliance as outlined by provincial and federal law for the transportation and trucking industry 
•    Manage all safety programs and initiatives (e.g., safety clock)
•    Administer and evaluate Safety audit procedures, provide improvement plans, program suggestions and implement changes to address/resolve identified trends and ensure OHSA and Regulatory compliance 
•    Partner with vendors at all levels to ensure compliance and educational guidelines are within scope of FXFC and the governing body’s regulatory requirements
•    Review all Health & Safety Committee meeting minutes for compliance and ensure all raised issues are addressed and closed in a timely manner 
•    Work with Learning & Development to ensure design and development of instructional and training programs for the safety of employees
•    Maintain safety resources library and record keeping systems (e.g., maintain H&S documentations; certifications)
•    Plan, organize and conduct safety meetings and awareness campaigns throughout the year to build safety culture for both contractors/vendors and employees
•    Participate actively in local, Provincial & National organizations and represent FXFC in a professional manner (e.g., TDC, NTDC, NAIC, CVSA) 
•    Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures 
•    Perform other duties as required 
DISCLAIMER
This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED
•    Post Secondary degree or four (4) years directly related work experience
•    Five (5) years’ experience in environmental health and safety or related field, and/or experience in LTL industry 
•    Experience and understanding of accepted loss prevention/safety and risk management practices 
•    Expert knowledge of Department of Transportation, OHSA, CLC Part II and all other related health, safety, and environmental legislation
•    Board Canadian Registered Safety Professionals (BCRSP) certification, or ability to successfully complete within 24 months of hire, required.
•    JHSC certification I & II or ability to successfully complete within 12 months, required
•    WHMIS certification, required, or ability to successfully complete within three (3) months of hire, required
•    TDG certification, required, or ability to successfully complete within three (3) months of hire 
•    Experience with Accident Investigations
•    Knowledge of industrial hygiene, building and fire code legislation
•    Valid Driver’s License, required
•    Bi-lingual (English/French), preferred; within the province of Quebec, required
•    Strong problem solving and analytical abilities, including excellent attention to detail 
•    Excellent computer skills Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Internet and Outlook) 
•    Ability/willingness to learn new applications, software, systems, and equipment as required
•    Excellent organizational skills with an ability to prioritize effectively and work on multiple tasks effectively
•    Excellent verbal written, interpersonal and presentation skills, as well as strong ability to persuade, collaborate, and partner with all levels within the organization 

WORKING CONDITIONS
•    Hours may vary due to operational need
•    Must be able and willing to travel within Canada and US, including overnight travel 
•    May be subject to varying weather conditions and/or work environment (e.g., dock/yard/trailer; loud noises)
•    Must be able to work different shifts as required (e.g., early mornings, late evenings, overnights)
 

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