Health & Safety Specialist

The Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Specialist is dedicated to protecting Noojmowin Teg Health Centre staff, clients, and visitors by identifying, evaluating, and mitigating workplace hazards. This role focuses on unique risks like infectious diseases, musculoskeletal injuries from fitness and manual labour, and ergonomic strain.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspections & Audits: Conducting on-site audits and inspections of all Noojmowin Teg Health Centre locations, equipment, and work practices to identify hazards.
• Compliance & Regulatory Enforcement: Ensuring adherence to government standards (e.g., Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act) and internal company policies.
• Program Development: Designing, implementing, and updating safety programs, policies, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Incident Investigation: Leading investigations of accidents, inj...