Regional Safety Manager

Job Description

At Aramark, we are committed to achieving “Target Zero” – no harm to people or the environment. We’re seeking a motivated, energetic, and ambitious professional to join our team as a Regional Safety Manager (West). This role is a pivotal part of the West leadership team, and the ideal candidate will be able to set direction, influence, and set a high bar for success in safety. With experience in occupational health and safety, preferably in the Food & Beverage, Hospitality, or Retail sector, you will play a key role in enhancing our safety team and supporting the well-being of our most valuable assets – our people.

The ideal candidate will reside within 100km of a major airport in the western region, with preference to Alberta. Travel across the western provinces will be required.

Job Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance: Monitor local regulations, propose programmatic changes, and ensure the team is updated on relevant regulations.

Proactive Support: Offer proactive operational support through inspections, assessments, and engagement visits, both onsite and virtually.

Incident Management: Support the management of safety incidents, injuries or impact to brand risk, offering recommendations for prevention and control.

Coaching and Guidance: Provide expert coaching and guidance to operational leadership to drive process improvement, reduce liability, and enhance occupational safety, food safety, and overall risk management. Key responsibilities include managing the COR certification process in Western Canada to ensure successful completion.

Continuous Improvement: Work within the Safety and Risk Solutions team to develop and implement safety process materials regularly, driving continuous improvement in safety and risk solution performance metrics.

Tailored Communication: Assess and evaluate risks and provide practical, tailored solutions suitable for different levels within the organization, from Regional VPs to front-line managers.

Cultural Change: Focus on cultivating a culture change and instilling a sense of safety ownership and sponsorship among operational management. Bring a can-do attitude to supporting the region.

Leadership and RVP Support: Actively support the RVP with visits, messaging, and developing localized safety solutions in the region. Participate actively with the West region senior team and in region calls, annual training, and west events.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in English
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Public Health, or a related field preferred
• Knowledge or ability and willingness to learn about food safety standards and regulations
• Knowledge of applicable OHS legislation, with strong ability to understand and interpret regulation
• 5-8 years of occupational and/or food safety experience in Food & Beverage, Hospitality, or Retail
• Strong problem-solving, coaching, and communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and access to own transportation
• Ability to travel across the western region
• Flexibility to work remotely, and within 100km of a major airport
• Relevant certification (e.g., CRSP, CIPHI) is an asset

About Aramark

Our Mission: Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark: The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. Learn more about working here at www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.