SEM is looking for an Internal Safety Advisor to join its team. This posting is for SEM's St. John's office but we would also consider applicants in the Lab West region at our Labrador City office. This position provides expertise to support and advance the company’s implementation of best practice safety programs and requires an exceptional individual who enjoys and excels in both strategic and executional aspects of the safety and health field.
This position will work closely with our Executive VP of Operations and our Senior Advisor of Quality Control/Health and Safety to provide leadership, direction, technical advice, and support for all aspects of health and safety for the SEM team. The successful candidate will be responsible to promote and ensure compliance with Safety Management Systems, write technical documents as they relate to health and safety, and have a strong organizational style to ensure all documents meet and are handled according to the latest safety regulations and standards.
A comprehensive understanding of progressive safety processes, risk assessment and the development and maintenance of internal policies and procedures will be a large part of this role, and there are opportunities for travel and field site visits.
· Diploma or Degree in a Health and Safety related field
· Must be certified, or eligible to be certified, as a Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP);
· Minimum of three years progressively responsible experience in planning and executing health and safety programs;
· Knowledge of Safety Management Systems and the development of corporate programs and standards;
· Auditing of Safety Management Systems;
· Some travel, a valid driver’s license, and ability to perform field work in heavy industrial environments are required.
A strong knowledge base in the following areas is required:
· Conducting risk assessments, safe operating procedures and standards and training;
· Relevant OHS legislation and associated industry standards.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00-$85,000.00 per year
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Work Location: In person
SEM Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer.
SEM thanks all applicants for your interest in joining the team, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.