Health & Safety Coordinator

Hamilton, ON

$27.00 - $32.00 per hour

ABOUT US

STRIVE is a specialist recruitment firm offering proactive recruitment solutions in the areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, and Manufacturing Operations. STRIVE supports various clients from small to medium-sized enterprises to Fortune 500 organizations for their permanent, contract, and temporary recruitment needs

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our client, a well-established company in the industrial and manufacturing sector, is seeking a Health & Safety Coordinator to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional with strong knowledge of workplace safety programs and compliance standards.

In this role, youll play a key part in fostering a culture of safety across the organization. You will lead audits, training, and workplace safety initiatives while ensuring alignment with all regulatory requirements.

ADVANTAGES

• Great starting pay rate of $27 to 32 an hour
• Day shift: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM or 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (Monday to Friday)
• Full-time position
• Dental, extended health, and vision care benefits
• RRSP matching once hired on
• Strong team culture and supportive environment
• Opportunity to contribute to process improvements
• Stable company with long-term growth potential

RESPONSIBILITES

• Part of the JHSC committee as a certified management representative.
• Facilitate meetings, track data, and ensure the committee's effective functioning
• Auditing/ Updating the current company H&S program.
• Updating policies and procedures as required
• Updating training materials related to workplace safety
• Perform risk assessments
• Identify potential hazards in the workplace and work with other JHSC members to develop strategies to mitigate risks
• Assist worker reps with inspecting the workplace
• Maintain documents
• Safety inspections, training sessions, investigations, and other relevant information
• Coordinate with other branches' H&S representatives and support/assist when required.
• Possible to include travel to other branches occasionally.
• Perform shop & field work audits

REQUIREMENTS

• 2+ years of experience in a Health & Safety role
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and best practices (OSHA, WHMIS, etc.)
• Certified JHSC Part 1 & 2
• Safety Awareness in 4 or 5 Steps training
• Additional safety certifications are an asset (e.g., Forklift, Working at Heights, LOTO)
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and investigative skills
• Ability to conduct thorough risk assessments
• Valid First Aid certification is an asset
• Valid Drivers License preferred

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