Starting at $70,000 (negotiable based on experience).
Job category
Human Resources - Recruitment
Type of job
Permanent
Schedule
Day shift, Monday to Friday (8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.).
A recognized leader in the North American manufacturing sector, this company combines traditional expertise with modern agility to offer sustainable, high-quality solutions. Reliability, innovation, and commitment are at the heart of its priorities.
Under the supervision of Human Resources, the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Advisor plays a key role in fostering a safe work environment, coordinating prevention initiatives, and ensuring compliance with standards. Working closely with production teams, he or she actively contributes to establishing a proactive safety culture and supporting continuous improvement projects.
Tasks
Develop and update OHS training programs tailored to various roles and sites to ensure daily safety.
Identify risks and propose concrete actions to eliminate or effectively reduce them.
Conduct thorough investigations following incidents to understand root causes and prevent recurrence.
Support managers by providing practical assistance in the rigorous application of prevention measures.
Monitor compliance with rules, standards, and mandatory training while regularly raising team awareness.
Organize and deliver specialized training sessions (lockout/tagout, working at heights, WHMIS, first aid, etc.) to strengthen safety skills.
Lead emergency programs and coordinate prevention activities to maintain a healthy and secure environment.
Lead health and safety committees, follow up on action items, and maintain open communication with all stakeholders.
Collaborate closely with production teams to integrate safety at every stage of operations and promote a continuous prevention culture.
Perform any other related tasks.
Advantages
Comprehensive benefits package: RRSP with employer contributions, health and dental insurance.
3 weeks of vacation, 13 paid holidays, plus 3 additional summer days off.
Complimentary breakfast provided daily.
2-week shutdown during Christmas and 2-week summer shutdown (construction holidays).
Employee Assistance Program, including telemedicine services.
Regular recognition of performance.
Social activities and on-site reserved parking.
Casual dress code and friendly work environment.
Job requirements
Minimum 5 years of experience in occupational health and safety, ideally in a unionized manufacturing environment.
Degree in industrial engineering, occupational health and safety, or a related field.
Expertise in project management and continuous improvement.
In-depth knowledge of OHS standards and regulations.
Proficiency in French and English, both spoken and written, to ensure effective communication with the team and North American partners, and to comply with OHS standards.
Desired profile
Excellent communication skills to clearly convey instructions and collaborate with various stakeholders.
Strong analytical skills to identify risks and suggest effective solutions.
Autonomy and rigor to manage prevention projects and follow up on actions.
Leadership and influence to promote a safety culture and engage teams.