Bilingual Safety Manager

Canadian Linen & Uniform Service Corp., a Vestis company, provides uniforms and related products to more than 300,000 customers across North America, in virtually every industry. From designing and manufacturing to laundering and delivering, Canadian Linen works with local and national clients to create and maintain a total uniform solution that promotes teamwork and establishes a professional identity.

• **This position is Remote but must be based in Canada and requires travel throughout the Market Centers across Canada

Job Overview

The Manager, Health & Safety is a key team member who supports our Safety Program across our operating locations. The Manager, Health & Safety works closely with our Regional Vice Presidents, Group Vice Presidents, General Managers, and other Leaders within the organization regarding injury prevention and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions

1. Supports the Market Center locations to reduce injuries, identify loss potential, and regulatory compliance.

2. Assists in the development of the corporate Safety Program and all related elements.

3. Guides facility teams in the execution of the Safety Program ensuring that local resources are adequately prepared and capable of performing requested duties.

4. Reviews facility performance, appropriate operating programs, opportunity areas and assesses how the Market Center is performing against specific safety plans and objectives.

5. Will report these findings to Risk Management on a regular basis.

6. Responds to day-to-day technical calls and provides direction to the Market Centers regarding injury prevention and regulatory compliance.

7. Provides recommendations and education at the Market Center level on location specific safety and injury prevention elements to improve the overall impact of their safety program.

8. Assists in providing training at the regional level that supports the goals of the Risk Management Team.

9. Communicates frequently with Operations Leaders (Regional Vice Presidents, Group Vice Presidents, General Managers, Site Leaders, Plant Managers, Maintenance Managers and Safety Action Team members) on matters associated with safety and injury prevention.

10. Responsible for reviewing performance trends and injury analytics to provide viable recommendations for preventing and/or controlling potential losses.

11. Uses a combination of experience and innovation to drive results across all goals.

12. Maintains compliance with governmental regulatory agencies (i.e. OSHA and State agencies in the US – Provincial Occupational Health and Safety Agencies in Canada).

13. May be asked to occasionally be involved in unique projects or programs spanning more than assigned geographic region by Risk Management leadership.

14. Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

A problem solver; Proven analytical skills; Sound planning and decision making skills; Demonstrated ability to provide team leadership and organization of workflows within a team; Proven ability to interact with various levels of staff and management and senior leaders; Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Experience/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health & Safety.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in Health & Safety
• Bilingual English/French

License Requirements/Certifications

• Professional certification (GSP, CSP, etc.) strongly preferred.

Working Environment/Safety Requirements/Physical Requirements:

• Remote environment with some periodic office work expected.
• Must be open and willing to travel up to 30%

We thank all candidates for their interest. However, only those selected for a telephone interview will be contacted.

Canadian Linen & Uniform Service Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. We recognize that our future success depends on the perspectives and contributions of all our employees -- their diverse backgrounds, abilities and experiences make our business stronger. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to ensure fair and equitable access throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.

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Thank you for your interest in an employment opportunity with Vestis, Canadian Linen and Québec Linge.