City : Oakville

Category : Full time - Permanent

Industry : Education

Employer : Sheridan College

Reporting to the Manager, Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Services, the OHS Specialist provides effective and efficient delivery of OHS Services across all Sheridan campuses. The incumbent performs investigations, inspections and audits; develops and delivers training programs; provides OHS advice to managers and; provides ongoing technical guidance to the OHS Coordinators situated at each of Sheridan's campuses. 

The incumbent provides expertise, analysis and recommendations to support the achievement of organizational health and safety goals, and supports the Manager to develop, implement and monitor Sheridan's Occupational Health and Safety Management System.

The incumbent ensures adherence to Health and Safety related policies, procedures and protocols and; ensures compliance with the OHS Act and its regulations, the Environmental Protection Act and other relevant legislation.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Researching, developing, implementing and enforcing policies, procedures, and programs in the OHS portfolio from a corporate perspective, and works with clients to do the same at the operating department level 
• Overseeing safety action plans and programs to ensure College wide consistency, achievement of OHS goals and establishment of a long-term safety culture
• Ensuring practices and standards are in compliance with regulatory and legislative requirements
• Identifying needs in OHS requirements and organizes changes to address the identified needs. This often incorporates the need for the development of detailed proposals or business cases, including cost benefit analysis, for affecting change in OHS Program or service delivery
• Designing, developing, delivering (or sources) and evaluates programs, training or resources to drive compliance and awareness
• Implementing OHS learning programs to ensure that all Sheridan personnel are aware of their responsibilities under the OHS legislation, (including but not limited to new employee orientation, Supervisor Health and Safety Training, WHMIS training, slip and fall arrest programs, and back care programs – safe lifts and carries)
• Providing advice and guidance to client departments in the development and implementation of employee programs and practices that promote employee health and safety; 
• Providing advice and guidance to Faculties and Departments regarding specific OHS needs
• Working in close partnership with Operating Departments and Faculties to promote safety and health practices in the workplace. Resolves operational matters where OHS related issues arise or  where employees are not compliant with College practices;
• Assessing options, proposals, or business cases relating to OHS to determine feasibility of proposed changes.  Where needed, initiates research into strategic business issues to identify long term development opportunities
• Providing input in some situations where accommodation may be required – for example in cases of scent sensitivities, chemical sensitivities, mould sensitivities etc.  Accommodation is subjective, so the incumbent’s advice would be scrutinized in regards to its nature and cost
• Coordinating third party service providers for expertise relating to specific programs within the portfolio (hygienists, ergonomists, waste management specialists, trainers, first aid
• Analyzing trends emerging from incident investigations. Identifies the systemic issue/concerns, prepares recommendations to address and remove the systemic problem and works with the departmental manager to address the root cause;
• Providing input and support to the Supervisor / HR Business Partners when the root cause of an accident investigation sheds light on a safety violation that may require discipline; Acts as a witness regarding the event that gave rise to the incident. Supports managers in their corrective actions/sanctions in matters determined culpable in this regard;
• Participating in other activities and projects as assigned

About You

You bring proven experience designing safety programs and policies as well as experience developing, coordinating, and delivering training programs and workshops.  

Your problem solving, conflict resolution and organizational skills allow you to solve challenges in a creative way to help advance organizational goals. 

Your excellent communication and interpersonal skills allow you to build collaborative relationships with all levels in an organization. 

You have the skills and knowledge to work with an increasingly diverse student and staff population as well as a proven commitment to anti-oppression, equity, and inclusion. 

The successful candidate will also possess the following qualifications:

• 4-year bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related field
• 5-years of sound experience in the field of Occupational Health and Safety (equivalency to be considered)
• Experience conducting workplace violence investigations and violence threat assessments 
• Expert knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations
• Familiarity with the Environmental Protection Act, the Fire Code, the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act, the Building Code and the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act 
• Candidates with CRSP (Canadian Registered Safety Professional), or eligibility to obtain the designation are preferred

Who We Are

Every member of the Sheridan community is passionate about the transformational role we play in people’s lives. Our strategic plan, Sheridan 2027: Forging the Future (https://www.sheridancollege.ca/sheridan2027), charts a path towards a new ground-breaking model of higher education that reshapes post-secondary education and better prepares students for the future. We are committed to demonstrably advancing equity, diversity, and inclusivity. Diversity is our strength and fuels our commitment to excellence. Across our campuses, we’re making meaningful strides towards developing an equitable and inclusive community.

• For more information, visit: Why Work at Sheridan

Other Details

Faculty/Department: Human Resources
Primary Work/Campus Location: Trafalgar (may be assigned activities at any Sheridan campus) 
Work Categorization: Hybrid Position | On-site at least 3 days/week
Reference #: J0824-1336
Employee Group: Administrative
Payband: NL 
Salary Range: $88,228 - $110,284
Application Deadline: September 12, 2024

Sheridan is deeply committed to implementing the Calls to Action framed by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. We acknowledge that we live and work on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nations, Anishinaabe Nation, Huron-Wendat and the Haudenosaunee Confederacy. Sheridan is situated on these lands, and it is our collective responsibility to honour and respect those who have gone before us, those who are here, and those who have yet to come. We are grateful for the opportunity to be working on this land.

Sheridan values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. Sheridan regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. Sheridan seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism, and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including those who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit/Inuk, Black, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

Sheridan will provide job applicants with accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

You may be asked to provide copies of your educational credentials at the time of interview. Upon hire, we require official confirmation of educational credentials and Canadian equivalency assessments, if applicable.