Canada Goose Inc. Hiring for Health & Safety Manager at Winnipeg, MB Full Time

Company Description

Canada Goose isn’t like anything else. We’ve built something great, something special – an iconic lifestyle brand with an inspirational and authentic story. Our purpose-based platform HUMANATURE and philosophy that humans are a part of nature and nature is a part of us informs everything we do. From the materials we use to the products we make, everything is meticulously crafted and built to last. At Canada Goose we endure any condition, observe every detail, and take the long view in order to keep the planet cold and the people on it warm.

Here, opportunities are everywhere – to try something new, to learn, to do meaningful and impactful work, and they’re yours for the taking.

Job Description

Job Purpose:
Must be bilingual; fluent in French & English

The H&S Specialist will lead all Health & Safety related programs, training and initiatives for Canada Goose locations across the country. The Specialist will partner with all functions and department leaders to establish a culture of safety and operational excellence and will be responsible for ensuring all programs comply with legislated provincial requirements.

Qualifications

Key Responsibilities:

• Set the strategy and plans for achieving HS excellence. Partner with company leadership to establish an organizational culture that fosters positive safety behaviors and practices at all levels
• Ensure the company meets or exceeds requirements established by government and regulatory agencies
• Develop and implement programs, training/education, and policies/procedures which create a proactive approach to safety and promote continuous improvement in safety-related indicators
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with stakeholders to identify needs, evaluate current programs or find alternative solutions and strategies
• Lead hazard and risk assessments to proactively identify areas of opportunity and support the implementation of necessary controls. Facilitate internal/external audits against recognized standards
• Supervise investigations of incidents /near misses and determine corrective action plans. Take decisive action and appropriate actions when standards are not met
• Implement, lead and monitor Health and Safety orientation and training programs for employees and managers and manage the documentation
• Provide guidance and support to managers across the organization on safety related programs, policies and procedures to ensure legislative and policy compliance
• Prepare health and safety training reports as required
• Ensure all Health and Safety related documentation and records required under the Health and Safety Program are maintained on file
• Advise supervisory/management of Health and Safety training requirements for all employees to ensure program and legislative compliance, while maintaining related documentation and records
• Provide support and guidance to management to ensure compliance with relevant provincial legislation including waste & hazardous waste management as well as emergency response/reporting protocols
• Assist and support managers with Accident Investigation Reports
• Prepare and coordinate Gradual Return to Work plans and/or modified duty plans
• Compile monthly H&S stats into a monthly H&S report and distribute to all managers or as necessary
• Analyze workplace accident/incident history and make recommendations to management to reduce and eliminate hazards in the workplace
• Acts as internal HS consultant providing leadership, guidance and advice on a wide range of HS topics
• Lead JHSC in Winnipeg locations and provide guidance / consult for other CG locations

Additional Information

Experience, Education and Designations:
Post secondary education in Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environment Health, or a related field. Equivalent combinations of education/training and experience in occupational health and safety

3-4 years experience in manufacturing setting

Knowledge in the technical fundamentals of safety management and risk assessments and reduction, including machinery & process safety, industrial hygiene, loss prevention, ergonomics and occupational health

Experience conducting inspections, investigations, audits, quality assurance, or program evaluation for the purpose of meeting accepted standards and/or legislation

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:
Must be bilingual; fluent in French & English

Knowledge of occupational health and safety fundamentals, principles, rights, duties and responsibilities across multiple provinces

Strong understanding of Disability Management & Return to Work programs and policies

Excellent verbal communication skills

Strong written communication skills with the ability to write reports and related documents in a clear and concise manner

Ability to lead and manage difficult situations

Sound analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and record relevant information/evidence, analyze facts, interpret acts, regulations, and standards, and determine options to resolve situations

Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion

Ability to work independently

Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize work and work under pressure to meet time sensitive deadlines

Proficient with Microsoft applications (i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access) or equivalent software applications

Working Conditions:

• Manufacturing Environment
• Occasional travel to CG locations within Canada