Job Description

Under the general supervision of the Safety Officer, the Safety Technician II provides technical assistance to line management/supervision in the areas of safety training, safety inspections, and minor accident investigation.

As the

Safety Technician II

you will:

Conduct education and training on all aspects of safety, safe work procedures and safety requirements. Perform work-site inspections identifying to line management/supervision unsafe actions of people, potential risk situations and deviations from established safe work practices to ensure the city provides safe work environments and facilities. Performs accident investigation, prepares and completes required paperwork, forms and reports. Coordinates and supervises the work of subordinates and subordinate groups as required by the position. Conducts complex statistical analysis and maintain records. Performs and interprets environmental monitoring of the workplace. Performs research to assist in the resolution of Occupational Safety and Health concerns. Prepares a variety of detailed and complex reports. Assumes specific duties as Acting Safety Officer in the Safety Officer's absence. Performs related duties as required. Develop and maintain SWP, LOTO, machine guarding, site specific risk assessments etc. documents

Your education and qualifications include:

High School grade 12 or equivalent training and experience Completion of a Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health (minimum 8 credits) or equivalent. Three years' experience performing safety inspections and safety training in a related safety and health function. Knowledge of Safety and Health principles and practices. Ability to present Safety and Health training programs. Ability to coordinate and supervise the work of subordinates and subordinate groups as required by the position. Ability to use a variety of Safety and Health testing equipment and a personal computer. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Conditions of employment:

The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.*
* Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver's License in good standing