health and safety administrator

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP
• or equivalent experience

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• First nations settlements

Work setting

• Rural area
• Aboriginal band council

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Provide information/training to employers, employees and general public
• Train staff
• Establish and implement policies and procedures
• Inspect spills of hazardous chemicals or products
• Inspect workplaces for safety or health hazards
• Investigate workplace accidents or illnesses
• Manage training and development strategies
• Develop and implement health and safety plans
• Ensure health and safety regulations are followed
• Advise senior management
• Respond to employee questions and complaints
• Maintain accurate records

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Association for Canadian Registered Safety Professionals Certification
• First Aid Certificate
• Occupational Health and Safety Certificate
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Outlook
• MS Excel
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Word
• Electronic mail

Type of inspection and investigation

• Hazardous products handling and storage
• Workplace
• Work related accidents

Planning specialization

• Emergency planning

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Sitting
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Accountability