Health & Safety Manager

, CA, United States

- Health & Safety Manager

**Health & Safety Manager**

CA Vaughan Operations **Description**

The Health and Safety Manager is responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of a comprehensive range of employee health and safety programs and services to meet the goals and legal obligations of Caesarstone Canada. These functions include, but may not be limited to, the assessment, facilitation and evaluation of injury prevention, safety, occupational health and safety, and the development, implementation and consultation on safety policies.

**Responsibilities:**

* Plan, develop, implement, coordinate, evaluate, and train on safety practices, policies and plans of the company within the applicable regions (Montreal, Toronto, Calgary, Vancouver Distribution Centers)

* Provide necessary training, leadership, organization and control to meet the company's goal of zero accidents.

* Accept full authority to take any necessary action to maintain overall safe practices and procedures, including the authority to cease an unsafe operating procedure.

* Develop annual health and safety plans for the company based on a full review of health and safety-related needs (assessment of hazards, analysis of database, audits, changing legislation and best practices) as required by the local provincial authority (ie. MOL)

* Ensure all equipment and buildings owned or operated by the company comply with safety and fire regulations and any other Provincial or Federal regulations.

* Conduct accident investigations as necessary to assist with liability determination and causation, including resolution of open claims.

* Effectively manage return to work programs, working closely with the employee, his/her supervisors and the insurance company to ensure the employee's safety and health, as well as ensuring that he or she receives all of the benefits he or she is entitled to?

* Provide advice and guidance to managers and supervisors to return injured employees (as soon as possible) to productive work following an injury

* Investigate accidents thoroughly and effectively, and then respond appropriately as required, including communicating to, training and following up with supervisors and employees

* Ensure that work refusals are properly investigated and that any necessary corrections to the work processes are implemented and documented

* Liaise with WSIB/WCB/CSST and insurance providers on all claims, including managing appeals where appropriate

* Orientation of new employees with safety instruction including, but not limited to Dangerous Goods, WHMIS, driver, warehouse, and maintenance personnel education.

* Monitor and measure effectiveness of all safety programs and documentation required as part of compliance with National Safety Code.

* Develop a team of Health & Safety Representatives from within the company to ensure safety and compliance is observed at all levels.

* Develop manuals, policies, and procedures for training and safe work practices to be approved by the Director of EHS and then implemented.

* Monitor, amend and update the organization's Health and Safety Handbook

* Support and promote occupational health, wellness and safety department initiatives

* Act as a resource to or serve as a member on the Joint Health and Safety Committee, assisting and providing information and responses on behalf of the company

* Ensure the documentation and retention of all health and safety-related records for the prescribed time limits

* Perform other related duties as required

**??Core Competencies**

* Customer Focus

* Communication

* Energy & Stress

* Team Work

* Quality Orientation

* Time Management

* Adaptability/ Flexibility

* Creative and Innovative Thinking

* Decision Making and Judgement

* Planning and Organizing

* Problem Solving

* Result Focus

* Accountability and Dependability

* Ethics and Integrity

* Mediating and Negotiating

* Providing Consultation

* Leadership

* Coaching and Mentoring

* Staff Management

* Enforcing Laws, Rules and Regulations

* Mathematical Reasoning

* Development and Continual Learning

**Requirements**

* Bachelors Degree in a relevant field

* CRSP or CHSC designation preferred

* Minimum 5 years' experience with occupation health and safety management

* Experience in research, analysis, interpretation and implementation of safety regulations, standards, and best practices as they pertain to Caesarstone Canada Inc operations

* Understand and have complete knowledge of all Federal, Provincial rules and regulations pertaining to safety codes and Occupational Health and Safety rules

* Knowledge of WSIB/WCB/CSST/STD/LTD processes and procedures, including WSIB/WCB/CSST claims management and related legislation

* Experience with disability management, accident investigation, workplace inspection and job hazard analysis is preferred

* Direct experience assessing training needs, creating training materials to fulfill those needs, and then delivering the training

* Excellent at creating high quality presentations/training using a variety of technologies (e.g. WebEx, Microsoft PowerPoint, LCD projectors, etc.)

* Advanced written and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate with individuals

* Demonstrated ability to train, coach, evaluate, and improve others

* Motivated, energetic, goal-oriented, and positive outlook critical

* Strong time management and prioritization skills

* Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

* Strong sense of professionalism and diplomacy

* Strong attention to detail

* Able to build and maintain lasting relationships with other departments, key business partners, and other stakeholders

* Strong work ethic and positive team attitude

**Working Conditions**

* Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals

* Interacts with employees, management and the public at large

* Lifting or moving up to 50lbs. may be required

* Overtime may be required

* Travel may be required

In this role you will show leadership and initiative and will demonstrate an entrepreneurial flair along with creativity and self-motivation. You must be able to work independently and must have the capacity to multitask. As a high performer you will consistently be able to bring initiatives to full completion without close supervision.

As a growing organization opportunity for growth and advancement remains available and we encourage internal promotion and mobility for personal growth.

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*We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. Caesarstone is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.*

**OUR COMPANY VALUES**

**People First: We treat each other with fairness and respect, consistently provide opportunities for growth, and health and safety are our first priority.**

**Accountability: Together, we take ownership of our actions, business and future.**

**Innovation: We are committed to fresh thinking and breakthrough ideas that create value.**

**Winning Spirit: We are enthusiastic and foster a can-do attitude in striving to be No 1. We are committed to excellence and share and celebrate our achievements.**

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