Incident Investigation Specialist
City : Halifax
Category : Legal, Compliance & Audit
Industry : Transportation equipment manufacturing
Employer : J.D. Irving
INCIDENT INVESTIGATION SPECIALIST
Located at 3099 Barrington Street in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, B3K 5M7, and 35 Micmac Boulevard, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada, B3A 4Y8, Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada’s National Shipbuilder. Over the next 30 years, our shipbuilders will construct 20+ modern patrol ships and surface combatants for the Royal Canadian Navy as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.
We have built more than 80% of Canada's current combatant fleet and continue to perform maintenance and modernization work on these vessels. We are committed to building the best ships, with the best workforce in the best facilities. By joining our team of more than 2,300 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic, diverse, and family-friendly career with a company dedicated to your success, learning, health, wellness, and safety.
At Irving Shipbuilding, we’re making history – why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities.
Irving Shipbuilding Inc. is seeking an Incident Investigation Specialist.
The Incident Investigation Specialist will act as a subject matter expert, leading major (level 3 and 4) incident investigations as well as completing the Causal analysis and providing recommendations on actions to prevent recurrence. This role will partner with all parties involved in the investigation process and act as the central contact and liaison. This role also ensures the quality and consistency of proper investigation processes and will partner with production leaders, union representatives, Production committees, and all relevant parties to perform an impartial investigation. Responsibilities for the role will include developing and implementing best practice investigation processes, training, identifying the resulting process improvements aligned with reporting metrics, and assisting the Director in compiling and presenting to senior leadership on investigation findings and lessons learned.
This is a permanent full-time role based in Halifax Regional Municipality, Nova Scotia. The primary language of work is English. We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, racially visible persons, women (applying for non-traditional positions), persons with disabilities, Aboriginal persons and persons of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Irving Shipbuilding Inc. (ISI) encourages applicants to self-identify in the cover letter/resume portion of your application. ISI is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment where all employees feel supported and valued. ISI is committed to working towards a barrier-free workplace and to expanding the accessibility of the workplace to persons with disabilities. Candidates who require accommodation during the selection process are invited to contact recruitment@irvingshipbuilding.com.
Qualifications:
- Education: University Degree in OH&S, Quality Systems, Management Systems or other suitable field such as policing, fire, insurance, etc.
- Experience:
- 7-10 years working within a safety capacity in an industrial environment
- 7-10 years investigation experience
- Program Management & Systems development experience
- Experience in Root Cause Analysis methodology, preferably TapRoot
- Lean-Six-Sigma experience is desirable
- Certificate in Root Cause or Investigation methodologies considered an asset
- Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) considered an asset
All successful applicants must meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
Key Responsibilities:
- Acting as lead investigator in safety incident investigations ensuring proper procedures, investigation documentation and lessons learned are documented and actioned on
- Supporting through coaching and mentoring the investigation teams on how to conduct a streamlined investigation
- Ensuring that investigation is initiated and completed in a timely and efficient time frame
- Coordinating the proper people and departments ensuring they’re included in the investigation and resulting actions, including witnesses and parties involved with an incident
- Acting on behalf of Irving Shipbuilding to communicate with the regulators and government officials
- Supporting presentation to senior leadership on lessons learned following the investigation.
- Compiling post investigation reports and presentations to highlight lessons learned and develop process improvements
What We Offer:
Irving Shipbuilding is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:
- A flexible medical, dental, and vision plan
- Employee & Family Assistance Programs
- RRSP matching program
- Health & Wellness reimbursements
- Opportunities to take part in job related training and development
- Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Shipbuilding and the larger network of the JD Irving group of companies
- Relocation costs (if eligible)
Please be advised that some positions within our business have been designated as ‘Safety Sensitive’ where the employee holding the position has a heightened responsibility for his/her own safety or the safety of others due to the nature of the job. If this is the case, you will be informed in the interview process.
For further details, please contact Talent Acquisition at recruitment@irvingshipbuilding.com.
To Apply for this Career Opportunity:
Please complete the online application form. An up-to-date resume of past experience and education is required.
All applications will be reviewed by one of our recruiters. If the recruiter sees a potential opportunity (current or future) that matches your skills and experience, you will be contacted to discuss your qualifications for a position with Irving Shipbuilding.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
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Irving Shipbuilding Inc. is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.
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