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Safety Specialist, Great Lakes East (Toronto) We are St Marys Cement, part of Votorantim Cimentos North America (VCNA). As the North American operations of Votorantim Cimentos, a global building materials and sustainability solutions leader in 11 countries, we are helping to make a positive impact and are transforming our world. Every day, we have the chance to accomplish something new and you're invited to be part of it. Summary/Job Scope Responsible for actively promoting and maintaining a safe working environment by conducting workplace inspections, investigating safety incidents, developing and implementing safety training programs, ensuring compliance with internal and external safety regulations, and advising management on risk mitigation strategies to prevent injuries and promote employee health and wellbeing. Key Responsibilities Safety Inspections and Audits: Conduct regular inspections of work areas and equipment to identify potential hazards, non-compliance issues, and unsafe practices; perform safety audits to assess overall safety performance and compliance with internal and external safety regulations. Incident Investigation: Investigate workplace incidents and near misses to determine root causes, identify corrective actions, and implement preventive measures to avoid future occurrences. Safety Training and Education: Develop and deliver safety training programs for employees at all levels, covering topics like hazard recognition, new hire orientation, personal protective equipment (PPE) use, emergency procedures, and safe work practices. Policy Development and Implementation: Assist in developing, updating, and enforcing company safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant occupational safety and health regulations. Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Conduct risk assessments to identify potential hazards and develop appropriate mitigation strategies to minimize risks in the workplace. Incident Reporting and Analysis: Maintain accurate records of safety incidents, near misses, and injuries; analyze data to identify trends and implement preventative actions. Communication and Awareness: Promote safety culture by communicating safety information to employees through meetings, posters, and other channels. Compliance Management: Monitor compliance with OSHA, DOL, Homeland Security regulations, industry standards, and company safety policies. Collaboration with Management: Work closely with management to address safety concerns, provide recommendations for improvements, and ensure safety is a top priority. Safety Culture Focused: Lead a positive safety culture where everyone in the organization is committed to safety and works together to improve it. Competencies Knowledge of safety regulations: Thorough understanding of OSHA, DOL, Homeland Security standards and other relevant company safety standards. Analytical skills: Ability to identify safety issues, analyze root causes, and develop effective solutions. Process Management: Creates processes necessary to achieve organizational goals. Problem Solving: Actively employs analysis and synthesis skills; Gathers and analyzes available information from industry best practices and regulatory bodies. Planning & Organization: Prioritizes and plans work activities. Communication skills: Excellent communication skills required. Training and presentation skills: Ability to deliver various presentations and safety training to both front line employees and management. Observation skills: Keen attention to detail to identify potential hazards during workplace inspections, behavior observations, etc. Leadership skills: Ability to coach employees and influence positive safety behavior to promote a safety-first, employee driven safety culture. Administrative skills: Competent in utilizing Microsoft office and other safety software to input and analyze safety data on a regular basis. Education/Experience Requirements Bachelor's degree (BSc or BEng) from four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience, preferably in the construction materials industry. Equivalent experience can include a combination of an accredited non-university/ technical school level safety program and direct safety supervision in an industrial environment. Professional safety certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), OSHA 30, etc. preferred. Other Requirements Travel Requirement: Frequent travel will be required, but would not exceed 50%. Physical Demands: Moderate amount physical activity, e.g., prolonged walking, sitting, standing, walking up and down ladders and tall structures, sustained keyboarding for up to 50% of the workday, ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds. Work Environment: Work Environment Characteristics Described Here Are Representative Of Those That Must Be Met By An Employee To Successfully Perform The Essential Functions Of This Job. What's In It For You Opportunities to collaborate with teams around the globe and growth opportunities in different areas Training, professional development Access to Employees Resource Groups (ERGs), including SheBuilds, which fosters mentorship, leadership development and community support for women at VCNA Tuition reimbursement/assistance Competitive wages, vacation and holiday time Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance RRSP and DC (CAN) and 401K (U.S.) Employee Assistance Program (EAP): confidential support for you and your family (CAN) Educational scholarship program for dependents of regular salaried employees. Fertility drug coverage Paid Maternity Leave Top Up Salary Range: $84,000-$105,000 Our People We care about people - all people. At VCNA, we take safety, health and wellness seriously. Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment We have a results-oriented culture that values being open, honest, and authentic. It's part of our DNA. We are continually expanding our diverse and inclusive team by providing opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability or economic status - a workplace where you can express your individuality and be your best self! #J-18808-Ljbffr