Occupational Health, Safety and Wellness Specialist

Term:                            Permanent, Full-Time

Division/Branch:         Corporate Services Division / Human Resources and  Organizational Development Branch

Application Deadline:  April 12, 2024

Level:                            Level 9

         Salary Range:              Min: $71,499 to Max: $89,375

         Work Location:            Head Office, Toronto, ON; Hybrid

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is a regulatory agency that reports to the Ministry of the Attorney General. The AGCO is responsible for regulating the alcohol, gaming, horseracing, and private cannabis retail sectors in Ontario, in accordance with the principles of honesty and integrity, and in the public interest.

The Human Resources and Organizational Development (HROD) branch is seeking an experienced Occupational Health, Safety and Wellness Specialist to join their team. Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Human Resources Consulting, the Occupational Health, Safety and Wellness Specialist will be responsible for the ongoing monitoring of corporate health and safety programs including disability management, wellness program, policies and initiatives to promote a safe and healthy workplace and to ensure best practices and compliance with employment legislations. The position will act as a subject matter expert and provide consulting services regarding health and safety related matters to various stakeholders across the AGCO.

In this role, the successful candidate will: 

• Ensure organizational compliance with health and safety legislation and regulations and implementation of industry best practices for workplace health and safety.
• Review, update and develop health and safety policies, standards and procedures.
• Administer the disability management program and escalates complex matters to the appropriate team members.
• Develop and maintain communication strategies to promote health, safety and wellness.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to provide technical advice and guidance on the implementation of health and safety initiatives.
• Organize and consult on department-specific risk assessment activities, providing support to identify, develop, and implement appropriate interventions, and best practices.
• Assist departments with managing safety data sheets, first aid kit and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) management and WHMIS requirements.
• Respond to incident and injury reports as necessary by investigating, completing, and filing reports.
• Manage WSIB claims to ensure timely reporting and supporting early and safe return to work.
• Act as the primary contact for inspectors from the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) and ensure MLITSD orders are responded and completed in a timely manner.
• Review and maintain Emergency Management documents and training requirements.
• Actively participate and support the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) by reviewing workplace incidents and safety concerns and trends, coordinate and conduct training, workplace inspections, and following up on recommendations and action items.
• Review and update on-going management and employee training to ensure compliance with all OHSA, WHMIS and WSIB legislated training.
• Create and maintain health and safety dashboards on workplace injury, incident, illness data for reporting and analysis and make recommendation on remedial measures to prevent work-related injuries and illness.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A post-secondary diploma/degree in the Occupational Health & Safety, or related field of study.
• A minimum five years of related work experience, preferably in a unionized environment.
• Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation is preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations, CSA standards, Workplace Safety & Insurance Act and Regulations, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), Employment Standards Act and Ontario Human Rights Code.
• Ability to interpret legislation and write policy, procedures, and health and safety programs.
• Experience in managing non-occupational and WSIB claims, safe and early return to work and workplace medical accommodations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams and Visio).
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Strong customer experience focus, result oriented with follow through.
• Strong project management, prioritization, and planning skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment meeting multiple demands and changing priorities.
• The successful candidate must be eligible to work in Canada and will be subject to a criminal background check.

The AGCO is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer.

 
The AGCO has the responsibility to lead by example in advancing racial equity and to build a diverse, inclusive, accessible and respectful workplace where every employee has a voice and the opportunity to fully contribute. To this effect, you are encouraged to reflect upon the diversity you would bring to the role within your application including, but not limited to, individuals identifying with one or more of the under-represented groups identified within Ontario’s Human Rights Code. 

Disability related accommodation during the recruitment process is available upon request.