Health and Safety Officer

Job Duties/Competencies:
• Develop, lead, organize, manage, maintain, and administer the Health and Safety Program in collaboration with the Health and Safety Committee;
• Lead and maintain the Health & Safety Committee
• Assist in the identification, development and provision of appropriate health and safety related information, instruction and training;
• Identify safety training requirements, make recommendations to Safety Committees and schedule the training as approved and required;
• Relay required safety information to all new hires through Orientation sessions and when required;
• Complete internal audits as required;
• Complete hazard assessments of all job functions;
Skills and Qualifications:
• Degree or Diploma in Health & Safety or related is an asset;
• A minimum of five (5) years’ combined experience in the field of Workplace Health and Safety; Program Development; and delivery of Training;
• Strong working knowledge of relevant OH&S regulations;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook;
• Proven track record of promoting safety on job sites;
• Experience producing reports and writing health and safety policies;
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and time management skills;
• Experience working for a not-for-profit organization and Indigenous community is an asset;
• Knowledge of Métis culture, MMF programs and services is a definite asset; and,
• Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle.