Town Of Bonnyville – Employment Opportunity: Corporate Health And Safety Manager

Last Updated: October 15, 2024By

Town of Bonnyville 

Employment Opportunity 

Corporate Health and Safety Manager 

The Town of Bonnyville is seeking an individual to work within a team-oriented organization to undertake  the role of Corporate Health and Safety Manager. The Town of Bonnyville is located in the growing  northeast region of Alberta.  

The position of Corporate Health and Safety Manager reports to the General Manager of Planning and  Community Services. The Corporate Health and Safety Manager interacts with all Town departments and  their primary function will be to ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations, and Code. A key responsibility of the Corporate Health and Safety Manager is to conduct regular  inspections of the work sites and verify that the safety protocols are being followed. The manager will also  provide guidance and training to the staff on how to prevent accidents, injuries, and report any issues or  incidents to the senior management. The manager will work closely with the staff to ensure that the safety  standards are met and maintained. The Corporate Health and Safety Manager will prepare, develop, and  administer programs to ensure the safety of all employees, contractors and visitors to facilities owned and  operated by the Town of Bonnyville. The Corporate Health and Safety Manager will ensure facility  compliance with health and safety regulations, policies, and procedures; and to perform a variety of tasks  related to assigned area of responsibility. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

  • Review, understand, and ensure that the Town Health and Safety Environmental Program is  being followed.  
  • Coordinate and conducts audits for COR purposes. 
  • Conducts new hire safety orientations. 
  • Performs hazard identifications and assessments and ensures that all staff adheres to the OH&S  Act, Regulations, and Code and WCB Case Management. 
  • Processes accident/incident investigation documentation and initiates WCB paperwork in  conjunction with the HR department, as needed. 
  • Conducts regular inspections of the work sites and verify that the safety protocols are being  followed. 
  • Maintains safety training records for staff and tracks certification and required recertification dates  in conjunction with the HR Department. 
  • Provides recommendations for relevant safety training for employees, track their competencies, and ensure employee files are updated in support of the respective departments. Advises management in determining solutions and policies to address health and safety issues;  recommends internal health and safety rules, policies, and guidelines, working in conjunction with  staff and or other OH&S governing bodies. 
  • Evaluates and reviews operating procedures and safety precautions to minimize the potential for  accident, injury, or illness. 
  • Prepares training manuals and outlines; implements approved rules, policies, and guidelines. Maintains an inventory of required Personal Protective Equipment for facilities and equipment  owned by the Town of Bonnyville and records, distributes, and ensures proper use by employees  of any required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). 

Qualifications/ Education/ Experience: 

  • A minimum of five (5) years progressive safety experience in occupational health and safety  setting with preference to a municipal environment. This experience should include fieldwork and  the proven ability to organize and maintain their department for auditing purposes. 
  • Post-Secondary Education with completion of a recognized OH&S Management Certificate or  Diploma Program (other equivalent combinations of education and work experience may be  considered).

DM#: 206652 

  • Alberta Municipal Health and Safety certification, National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO)  and/or Canadian Registered Safety Professional designation is required. 
  • Excellent time management, organization and written/oral skills will be required. Interpersonal skills to work with staff, the public and interaction with Council will be required. Current H2S, St. John Ambulance First Aid/CPR, WHMIS Train the Trainer, TDG Train the  Trainer and Confined Space Entry Training.  
  • Possession and maintenance of an applicable valid driver’s license with a current driver abstract. Sound working knowledge and understanding of Provincial Health and Safety Act, Regulations, and Code. 
  • Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality. 
  • Experience in a municipal setting would be beneficial. 
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher. The Town of Bonnyville offers a comprehensive salary and benefit package.  

Closing Date: Friday November 8, 2024 

Submit application to:  

Town of Bonnyville 

HR Department 

Postal Bag 1006, 4917 49th Avenue 

Bonnyville AB T9N 2J7 or Email: hr@town.bonnyville.ab.ca 

All candidates are thanked in advance for their interest. Only individuals selected for interviews will be  contacted.