Safety Associate

Hansen Industries Ltd a precision sheet metal, machine and stamping shop who has been in business for over 50 years and is located in Richmond, BC is looking for a Safety Associate to join their growing team!
OVERALL OBJECTIVE:To take over the health and safety objectives of Hansen Industries Ltd., coordinate safety related activities, training, and supporting the overall success of Occupational Health and Safety Program.
SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Diploma or Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety or combination of education and experience.
• Experience in manufacturing or metal fabrication is an asset, particularly metal working machines, mobile equipment, or welding processes.
• Proficiency with MS Office Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Strong understanding of the WCA, Occupational Health and Safety Regulation, and CSA standards, ability to interpret and apply applicable legislation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience developing and implementing safety programs and policy is an asset.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assisting in development and review of safety programs.
• Assist in the development and communication of Safe Work Practices and Procedures, SOP's, Risk Assessments, and lockout procedures.
• Assist in investigating and reporting workplace injuries and incidents.
• Completing jobsite safety inspections and monitoring issues, ensuring follow up of corrective actions.
• Assisting in the annual COR/OSSE Audit.
• Delivering safety presentations or other safety related information.
• Communicating safety information / policy changes to departments as required.
• Initial safety orientation of new employees.
• General safety-related duties as assigned.
• Tracking and/or trending all safety related data including safety training completed, monthly inspection findings, accident reports, near miss reports.
• Scheduling and participating in monthly JHSC meetings and monthly workplace inspections, recording and posting minutes.
• Annual and periodic updating of Safety Data Sheets.
• Monitoring and communication of status of First Aid/Forklift/Other safety related licenses / records to ensure they remain current.
• Filing records as needed for annual inspections, pre-use inspections, inspection reports, orientation records, 5S checklist.
• Updating safety boards, JHSC, FA posters and creating new safety signs as needed.

What we offer:

• Bonuses (when profitable).
• Education Reimbursements.
• Extended Health and Dental Benefits.
• Referral program that can pau up to $1000.
• Social Events.

You can also go visit us at www.hansenindustries.com