Reporting to the Manager, Health & Safety, the Senior Advisor, Health & Safety is accountable for, but not limited to:
- Advising management and employees on the implementation and administration of the EPCOR Environmental Health & Safety Management System.
- Providing Health & Safety subject matter expertise in:
- Work observations
- Workplace inspections
- Risk assessments & hazard analysis
- Contractor management
- Public safety & incident investigation
- Liaising with industry partners, associations and stakeholders to anticipate potential or upcoming legislative and regulatory changes.
- Providing interpretation and application of Health & Safety rules, regulations and legislation to management, staff and Health & Safety Committees.
- Providing coaching and support to Health & Safety Advisors in the development and maintenance of the EPCOR Health & Safety Management System and our customer's needs.
- Supporting the Corporate Health & Safety, Work Methods and Technical Training area.
- Advising managers and supervisors on appropriate management practices to achieve a positive, resilient safety culture.
- Demonstrating a high performance, high discipline, safe, accountable, focused, innovative and achievement-oriented, easy to do business with manner of working.
The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:
- Completion of post-secondary education in Health and Safety or Environmental/Occupational Hygiene (e.g. Certificate/Diploma/Degree).
- Maintains in good standing a designation with one or more of the following:
- Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals (CRSP)
- Board of Certified Safety Professionals (CSP, COHST)
- Canadian Registered Board of Occupational Hygienists (ROH or ROHT)
- 7+ years of experience managing Health & Safety processes, programs and tools.
- Strong understanding of Health & Safety regulatory requirements.
- Experience conducting incident investigations, root cause analysis, and creating/delivering training materials.
- Knowledge/experience with project management, risk analysis and the development of mitigation strategies.
- Knowledge/experience with auditing tools.
- Valid Class 5 Alberta Motor Vehicle Operator's License (with 6 demerits or less) and the ability to qualify for an EPCOR driver's permit. If a candidate does not currently possess an EPCOR driving permit, a Driver Abstract may be required.
As the successful candidate you possess exceptional verbal and written communication skills and are able to express concepts and technical information effectively to diverse audiences. These skills enable you to effectively develop, coordinate and manage multiple requests, projects and job demands with a wide variety of key stakeholders. You are able to quickly understand and anticipate specific business drivers, influence stakeholders and participate in the development and implementation of health & safety plans, goals and objectives.
Additional Details
- Jurisdiction: PROF
- Hours of Work: 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
- Note: Occasional travel may be required.
Commencing with your first day of employment as a permanent EPCOR employee you will enjoy a variety of benefits, such as:
- Competitive salary
- Annual incentive (bonus) pay program
- Paid vacation
- Flexible benefits plan
- Five paid personal days off each year
- One Friday off per month
- Access to internal and external career development programs
- Financial support for personal development
- EPCOR Savings Plan with company matched contributions
- Pension Plan
- Financial support for employee wellness
- Career opportunities in a wide variety of disciplines and operational areas
- Financial support for charitable organizations that employees contribute to
Please note the following information:
- A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
- If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
- A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
- To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.
EPCOR Water Canada
2000-10423 101 Street NW
Edmonton
Alberta Canada
www.epcor.com
How to Apply
Thank you for your interest in a career with EPCOR. Due to the large volume of applications, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
EPCOR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Positions are filled by means of open competition where the selection is based on job-related skills, training, experience, suitability and, where appropriate, seniority.
EPCOR only accepts resumes via on-line application at www.epcor.com/careers. If you choose to submit your resume by any other means, we cannot guarantee that your application will be considered.
