Job Description

• Coordinate and support a broad range of Health & Safety and Human Resources activities under the direction of the Safety and HR Directors.
• Maintain and support employee-related processes, including employee information, recruitment, onboarding, training and development.
• Support the development, implementation, review, and maintenance of Health & Safety programs, procedures, manuals, and related documentation.
• Assist with incident investigations, hazard identifications, inspections, audits, and follow-up actions related to workplace health and safety.
• Work with the joint Health & Safety committee, leaders, and employees to administer, monitor, and promote the Safety Program.
• Participate on the OH&S committee and support committee members in developing effective safety leadership practices.
• Review and update the Safety Manual in accordance with applicable legislation and safety audit findings.
• Provide guidance and support to employees regarding safety audits, hazard assessments, job hazard analyses, and safe work practices.
• Assist with WCB claims management and Return-to-Work programs associated with workplace injuries.
• Prepare incident, accident, hazard identification, and near-miss reports; recommend corrective actions and assist with implementation and follow-up.
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and organized Health & Safety and Human Resources records and documentation.
• Collaborate with team members and provide support for other Health & Safety and Human Resources functions as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 1-3 years of experience in Health & Safety and/or Human Resources is required.

• A Health & Safety Administration Certificate would be considered an asset.

• Basic knowledge of applicable provincial and federal legislation, including occupational health and safety, employment standards, privacy, and workers’ compensation requirements.

Our employees receive competitive salaries, a profit-sharing program, EFAP program, employee discount program, a comprehensive benefits package, ongoing learning opportunities, and an employer-contributed pension plan. We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.

At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we’re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.