Health & Safety Specialist – 13 Month Contract (Burlington, ON)

Original job posting

The Health & Safety Specialist will support the HSE Manager in maintaining compliance, developing standard operating procedures, and coordinating safety initiatives. They are also responsible for managing departmental data, preparing reports, and providing administrative support for occupational claims and invoices.

Job details

At Wolseley Canada, our leading-edge is the knowledge and insight found in every corner of our organization. Here, you’ll build strong relationships and support critical industries that touch the lives of Canadians. Every day, we show up with intention and pride; in ourselves, our associates, and our customers. You’ll have a solid foundation to try new things, uncover new possibilities, challenge yourself, and grow your career. Does this sound like somewhere you’d like to be? Wolseley Canada is the leading wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC/R, waterworks and industrial products in the country and working here means, a network of possibilities, a place you are valued and a higher standard. Join the Pros! Why You’ll Love Working Here Safety-focused and inclusive workplace culture Comprehensive benefits with premiums fully paid for by the company for the “Core” package starting day 1 Competitive retirement savings program including RRSP and Defined Contribution pension plan with employer matching up to 5.25% Day 1 Paid vacation, sick time, and paid birthday off Annual bonus and profit-sharing opportunities Employee discounts on leading plumbing, HVAC/R, and industrial products Education reimbursement and ongoing career development opportunities Employee referral programs and recognition initiatives The Opportunity Join the Burlington location as a Health & Safety Specialist , supporting health and safety programs, compliance initiatives, and departmental operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organized professional to coordinate HSE activities, manage reporting and data, and contribute to a safe and compliant workplace. What you will do: Program Management Support the Manager, HSE Programs with the department’s strategy to ensure compliance and continuous improvement. Support the development of Standard Operating Procedures, tools, or other documentation reflective of regulatory requirements. Coordinate other HSE initiatives including communication and supporting implementation. Creating, editing, and distributing professional HSE communications to internal stakeholders. Develop HSE engagement content including letters, memos, reports, and presentation material. Maintain current knowledge of provincial legislation relating to Employment Standards, Human Rights, Workplace Health & Safety, and Labour laws. Administrative Support Coordinate and provide administrative support to the HSE Department. Assist the HSE Manager with administering occupational claims with the Worker’s Compensation Boards. Coordinate with suppliers and other departments to ensure departmental expenditures and invoices are submitted and paid. Prepare and distribute meeting agendas, minutes, and relevant supporting materials. Schedule and coordinate departmental meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements. Systems & Data Coordination Maintain the HSE Department’s internal systems and applications to ensure information is accurate and relevant to ensure effective data analysis. Reviewing monthly incident statistics and reporting for internal HSE metrics and reporting. Maintain and update data of HSE software and applications for data analysis. Content management of HSE information on intranet sites which includes editing/creating pages, updating HSE content on a weekly basis and uploading documents. Manage department Outlook inboxes and filter questions received to relevant HSE team members. What you will bring: Post Secondary education in Health & Safety, Business or related field, or the equivalent work experience within an Occupational Health & Safety Department. A minimum of two (2) to five (5) years work experience in a similar role or with similar responsibilities. Other Skills and Abilities: Multitasking, prioritizing and time management skills are essential for success in this role. Experience and composure working within a fast-paced work environment. Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to handle difficult situations in an objective consistent format. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong computer skills including intermediate to senior level in MS applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Publisher. Proficient in using various web-based software and applications. Commitment to continual learning. Strong oral and written communication skills. Proficiency in reading and interpreting regulatory standards. High attention to detail and timelines. Ability to effectively plan and organize work. Preference will be given to bilingual candidates. Base Salary: $65,000 to $80,000 Existing position : Backfill #INDCORP Our Commitment to You Wolseley Canada is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, embracing diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process with accommodation available on request for candidates participating in all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Ready to Shape the Future? Join Wolseley Canada and take the next step in your career. Apply today to become a trusted partner in our mission to deliver excellence and innovation across Canada’s infrastructure. Please note: Wolseley uses AI-assisted tools to support applicant screening. Where a salary range is posted, the total compensation range posted for this role represents the total compensation opportunity, which may include base wage, bonuses, commissions, and/or other monetary components, if applicable. Placement in the range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, candidate experience, skills and qualifications relevant to the role. Benefits eligibility varies based on employment status and contract length. Full-time permanent positions are eligible for the full benefits package. Fixed-term contract positions may be eligible for health and dental benefits depending on the terms of the position. Short-term contract positions are not eligible for company-sponsored benefits. This position requires the result of a satisfactory criminal record check. A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position.

What you’ll do

The Health & Safety Specialist will support the HSE Manager in maintaining compliance, developing standard operating procedures, and coordinating safety initiatives. They are also responsible for managing departmental data, preparing reports, and providing administrative support for occupational claims and invoices.

Requirements

Candidates must have post-secondary education in Health & Safety, Business, or a related field, along with two to five years of relevant experience. Proficiency in MS Office applications and the ability to interpret regulatory standards are essential for this role.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Retirement savings program
• RRSP
• Defined contribution pension plan
• Paid vacation
• Sick time
• Paid birthday off
• Annual bonus
• Profit-sharing
• Employee discounts
• Education reimbursement
• Career development opportunities
• Employee referral program

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Administrative Support · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• SharePoint · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Microsoft Word · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Health and safety compliance
• Program management
• Data analysis
• Regulatory reporting
• Standard operating procedures
• Administrative support
• Occupational claims management
• Communication
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• SharePoint
• Publisher
• Time management
• Interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Administrative Support
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Composure
• Artificial Intelligence
• HVAC
• Data Analysis
• Editing
• Multilingualism
• Computer Literacy
• Content Management
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Labor Law
• Standard Operating Procedure
• R (Programming Language)
• Innovation
• Plumbing
• Interpersonal Communications
• Invoicing
• Legislation
• Memos
• Microsoft Outlook
• Multitasking
• Operations
• Program Management
• Regulatory Requirements
• Microsoft SharePoint
• Statistics
• Time Management
• Timelines
• Travel Arrangements
• Wholesaling
• Environment Health And Safety
• Coordinating

Job areas

• Security & Safety
• Administrative
• Human Resources
• Manufacturing
• Logistics
• Health and Safety Specialist
• Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Coordinator
• Environmental and Occupational Health and Hygiene Professionals
• Occupational Health and Safety Technicians