Occupational Health and Safety Manager

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• *Job Title**: Occupational Health & Safety Manager _(Temporary Position: 12-Months Contract)_
• *Department**: Compliance
• *Location**:Edmonton, AB (YEG)
• *Work Arrangement**:This role is primarily based in the office environment.
• *Position Overview**:

Flair Airlines is currently seeking a temporary Occupational Health & Safety Manager for an estimated duration of 12 months to join our growing and ever-changing organization.

Reporting to the Director, Safety, the Occupational Health & Safety Manager is responsible for the management and ongoing development of the Company’s health and safety program ensuring compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and Aviation Occupational Health & Safety (A/OHS) legislation and regulations.

The Manager will work proactively with management, employees, and external stakeholders to establish and maintain a Health and Safety Program that is compliant and incorporates industry best practices to contribute to the promotion of a strong safety culture across the company.

• *Primary Job Functions**:

The duties of the **Occupational Health & Safety Manager **include:

• Act as the lead OHS & A/OHS liaison, internally with Management, the OHS & A/OHS Committee, and externally with Regulators
• Ensure maintenance, management, and oversight of all aspects of the Company's Health and Safety Program, including but not limited to, the completion of risk assessments, employee incident investigations, and First Aid training, and the management of the WHMIS, hazard prevention, fire safety, personal protective equipment, due diligence, company vehicle, and workplace violence programs
• Lead, train, and support employees and management in conducting risk and hazard assessments, safety orientations, incident investigations, inspections, and safety audits
• Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of OHS and A/OHS guidelines including setting standards, communication, training, evaluation, and continuous improvement
• Develop and implement communication strategies aimed at minimizing and eliminating workplace risks. Lead the establishment, preparation, implementation, and maintenance of policies and procedures to meet current and known future environmental, health, and safety requirements
• Ensure all required regulatory reporting is completed in an accurate and timely fashion
• Develop and manage the process for recording, tracking, and maintaining records for all Worker’s Compensation claims from multiple jurisdictions; leading support for appeal submissions and coordinating external support where required
• In consultation with Human Resources, lead the development, coordination, and support of a return-to-work program
• Lead the development and maintenance of a health and safety audit program
• Manage OHS Performance data and trend analysis; prepare business reports as required
• Work with management and employees at all levels of the Company to develop KPIs with regard to Health and Safety
• Other duties as assigned by the company from time to time
• *Qualifications & Requirements**:
• ** Education**:
• Minimum completion of a recognized two-year OHS Diploma or similar training program; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Valid Intermediate or Standard First Aid certification.
• ** Experience**:
• Minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of direct experience in the occupational health and safety field with particular emphasis on workplace health, safety, and management systems
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of applicable legislation, including the _Workers’ Compensation Act _and regulations_, Canada Labour Code_ and regulations, and industry best practices
• ** Skills & Abilities**:
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse set of stakeholders, both internally and externally
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality on a daily basis
• Excellent communication skills; both oral and written
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities are required to prioritize a high volume of tasks or competing priorities
• Strong computer skills including an intermediate level of proficiency with the Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint)
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and analytical ability
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• ** Competencies**:Flair team members exhibit common competencies which contribute to individual, team, and company success. This includes:
• the ability to lead as a Flair teammate by being collaborative and modeling our values.
• the ability to maintain diverse relationships with peers and other stakeholders.
• the ability to deliver results with impact and strive to always improve.
• ** Requirements**:
• Clear criminal record check and satisfactory employment references
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment alcohol a