Health & Safety Specialist

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Health and Safety Specialist for our Laval (QC) location.

In This Role, Primary Responsibilities Include

• Be a mobilizing agent of change, provide interactive and practical leadership to ensure the transformation of the H & S culture;
• Participate in the standardization of programs and procedures by ensuring compliance with the laws, norms and standards of local government authorities and corporate directives;
• Collaborate in the development and delivery of H & S training for staff in the region;
• Assist in the development of H & S communications and presentations;
• Support the incident investigation and analysis process in order to identify root causes, corrective actions and follow-ups;
• Carry out / participate in risk analyses, recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures and ensure the implementation of safe work methods (hands-on / ground-up approach);
• Participate in the Health & Safety committees/governances;
• File the different reports and provide statistics and performance results on health and safety;
• Improve the level of excellence and performance of the site's H & S programs;
• Perform any other related tasks, as assigned.

Key Elements

We are looking for the following minimum qualifications for this role

• A minimum 5-10 years experience as a Health and Safety Specialist;
• Bachelor’s degree or Certificate in Health and Safety;
• Excellent interpersonal skills, diplomacy, teamwork and collaborative spirit;
• Autonomy and attention to detail;
• Bilingual (English & French, Written & Spoken).

Role Specific Information

• Location: 445 Boul.Armand-Frappier, Laval, Québec H7V 4B3
• Schedule: Monday to Friday

Why Charles River ?

• Competitive benefits as of the hiring. We pay up to 85% of premiums (health & dental coverage);
• Paid development training;
• Employee and family assistance program;
• Access to a doctor and various health professionals (telemedicine);
• 4 weeks’ Vacation & 10 Personal day policy;
• Many social activities.