Eastern Health - Careers

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Job Title:

Occupational Health & Safety Officer I

Posted Date:

10/14/2022

Closing Date:

10/21/2022

Functional Discipline:

Human Resources

Education Level:

None specified

Job Description

Location: The Salvation Army Glenbrook Lodge Occupational Health & Safety Officer I (Reposted) Human Resources Workplace Health, Safety & Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Temporary, Full-Time (until April 1, 2023, with the possibility of extension) 10537RP1

Hours	75 bi-weekly (8-hour days)
Salary	CG 28, ($24.86 - $27.54)
Competition Number	2022005481
Posted Date	October 14, 2022
Closing Date	October 21, 2022

About Us
Eastern Health is the largest, integrated health authority in Newfoundland and Labrador employing approximately 13,000 dedicated employees and serving a population of more than 300,000 people. The authority offers the full continuum of health and community services including public health, long-term care, community services, hospital care and unique provincial programs and services. At Eastern Health we pride ourselves on providing the highest quality care and service possible to the people in our communities, in our region, and in the province. To do that, we employ qualified, competent and caring individuals who are dedicated to their professions and to our vision of Healthy People, Healthy Communities.

Job Summary
The Occupational Health & Safety Officer I is responsible for the implementation and ongoing maintenance of health, safety and environmental programs. This position ensures that safety procedures are followed to promote and protect the safety of patients, employees and visitors and that there is compliance with provincial legislation and Eastern Health policies/programming. The incumbent may perform industrial hygiene analysis where required (air quality tests, noise analysis, light surveys, etc.); interprets results of such analysis for staff, management, Occupational Health and Safety Committees; advises and supports the Asbestos Coordinator on each site in the maintenance of the Asbestos Management Plan; performs hazardous materials identification and implements testing and monitoring programs; conducts and develops educational programs for Infrastructure staff in various aspects of work place/environmental safety; performs regular audits to ensure compliance to Eastern Health's OHS Management System; inspects Corporate operations to identify, assess and recommend corrective action to ensure safety of clients, staff, contractors and public. Working collaboratively with Infrastructure Support Management Team and staff, Workplace Health, Safety & EFAP Department, Site Administrators, Eastern Health employees, leased premises owners and 3rd party contractors to foster a safety culture both within the department and the organization.

Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Occasionally lifting and moving safety and air quality equipment less than 10 lbs.
Regularly sitting at a computer to write incident and daily log reports and walking through facilities to investigate safety issues.
Occasionally climbing ladders and scaffolding, working in confined or cramped positions and using hand tools, as well as exposure to dirt/dust, odors, chemicals, wet/slippery surfaces, sharp objects and extreme temperatures.
Constantly alert to ensure health and safety of others and to possible hazards throughout the work environment which may involve regular use of your visual, auditory, touch and smell senses. There are time pressures to respond to Occupational Health and Safety directives.

Job Qualifications
Completion of post-secondary diploma and/or certification in occupational health and safety is required.
Minimum of two years of experience within the last four years dealing with safety and environmental issues in an industrial or commercial setting is required.
A satisfactory record of work performance is required.

*This is a reposted position. Those who have already applied, need not re-apply.

Apply online at https://employment.easternhealth.ca

Upon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email please contact Recruitment 777-7777 ext 5-2 immediately

To become a part of our team, please submit your resume/cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, day-time contact number, e-mail address, competition and employee number if applicable.

Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries:

Telephone: (709) 777-7777 (5-2) or 1-800-563-3693

Email: employment@easternhealth.ca. Applications/resumes are not accepted at this email address.

If you are no longer interested in the position, you can withdraw your application by emailing employment@easternhealth.ca as soon as possible.

Eastern Health is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting support during the process. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Recruitment Line at 777-7777 press 5 then press 2 (long distance 1-800-563-3693) outlining how we can help.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local Police (Vulnerable Sector Check may be required), educational documents, registration/licensure if applicable and Social Insurance Number.

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