Job Title: Health and Safety Risk Manager

Department: Human Resources

Reports to: Vice President of Human Resources

Job Summary

The Health and Safety Risk Manager is responsible for creating and executing strategies to promote a strong loss control mindset across the organization. This role involves managing health, safety, and risk, developing and monitoring policies to ensure compliance and a safe work environment. The Health and Safety Risk Manager will work with various departments to address potential hazards and risks, while leading efforts to meet Environmental, Health, and Safety targets and developing a Security plan to effectively handle unexpected issues.

Duties and responsibilities

• Lead a comprehensive risk assessments process to identify potential hazards and risks in the workplace.
• Develop and implement risk management strategies and controls to minimize accidents and incidents.
• Employ task-based risk assessments that determine options for addressing continuing hazards through the hierarchy of controls.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of risk management initiatives.
• Create, review, and update health and safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Ensure policies are communicated effectively to all employees and that they are adhered to.
• Employ systems for all departments to ensure all risks of injury and or damage are preventively identified and removed.
• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety standards, regulations and guidelines are being met for all locations across Canada and the USA.
• Prepare and submit required reports and documentation to regulatory agencies.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure compliance and address any issues.
• Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees about health and safety practices, emergency procedures, and risk management.
• Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on health and safety issues.
• Participate in cross-functional Investigation of workplace accidents and incidents, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents and accidents and ensure proper reporting and follow-up.
• Develop and implement emergency response plans and procedures.
• Conduct regular drills and simulations to ensure readiness for potential emergencies.
• Collaborate with other departments to integrate health and safety practices into daily operations.
• Act as a liaison between management, employees, and external regulatory agencies regarding health and safety matters.
• Adopt a safety-focused approach from the beginning of projects by collaborating with colleagues to incorporate prevention through design and PSSR (Pre-Startup Safety Review) programs.
• Identify and Implement Engineering Controls by installing machinery guards, alternative hazardous energy control methods, and required safety signs, labels, lights, and sirens to comply with the Occupational Safety Act and OSHA standards.
• Maintain and build trusted relationships with key customers, clients, partners, and stakeholders.
• Other core expectations as defined by the company.

Requirements and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Human Resources, Business, or Kinesiology, preferred.
• Occupational Health and Safety Certification, required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in health and safety risk management, with a proven track record in developing and implementing safety programs and managing compliance.
• In-depth knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Regulations in Canada and the USA.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Processes, Food Safety Regulations and HACCP
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Engaging presence, business acumen and presentation skills.
• Ability to develop and implement best practices, strategy, and company vision.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style, and the ability to provide direction effectively.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work with all employee groups.
• Commitment to high professional ethical standards.
• Excels in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates should have extensive experience in the manufacturing or production industry.

Working conditions

Hours of work may vary depending on business needs; role requires flexibility.

Ability and willingness to travel with no restrictions; must hold a valid passport; role oversees multiple locations.

• Occasional work in a refrigerated warehouse, where temperatures range from 45-55°F. The noise level in the work environment can be loud due to packaging machinery, and forklift truck operation.
• This job occasionally operates in a hot, high humidity environment where temperatures average 90°F.
• Role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and filing
• Specific vision capabilities required; the employee is to work in front of a computer, sitting and/or standing for prolonged periods is required.
• Role frequently requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, use hands to handle or feel product or packaging, and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee will need to listen and talk to other employees regularly.