Job Order Detail

Description

The Workplace Safety Specialist is accountable for establishing contact with member organizations. The goal is to assist members to identify health and safety needs that support the elimination of workplace injuries. This position helps to develop plans to assist the employer with meeting those needs and working with employers to review/implement a Safety Management System. In addition, the goal of this position is to assist members with the effective application of legislated safety principles to protect, promote and maintain the health and safety of workplaces.

This is a field hours position serving Saskatoon/northern Saskatchewan with the potential for travel to other locations throughout the province.  Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 driver's license, current driver's abstract from SGI to demonstrate a safe driving record, full vaccination for COVID-19 and a clear criminal record check are required. Travel to employers premises and other meeting places throughout the province is common and will require overnight stays of one to four nights.

Required Education:

- Diploma/Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety or a related healthcare field, (e.g.,
  health studies, kinesiology), supplemented by successful completion of courses in occupational
  health and safety and sound knowledge of Safety Management Systems.




Full job posting can be found at https://www.saswh.ca/careers/