Careers https://csse.org Careers 03/28/2024 Occupational Health & Safety Specialist @ Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA) https://csse.org/client/career/careerDetail.html?careerId=716 Occupational Health & Safety Specialist @ Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA)

The Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA), the largest airline pilot union and the largest non-governmental aviation safety organization in the world, seeks an Occupational Health and Safety Specialist for our office in Ottawa, Ontario.  ALPA represents more than 77,000 pilots at 42 airlines in Canada and the United States.  The Occupational Health & Safety Specialist is responsible for coordinating the delivery of services provided by the following ALPA Canada Pilot Groups and their Committees including, but not limited to, Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and ALPA’s Air Safety Organization (ASO), including Pilot Assistance.  They work directly with staff and appointed Committee Chairs to ensure that regular communications with the Directors, ALPA Canada and Engineering and Air Safety, and Committee Chairs are maintained and that the services of the Committees are aligned with the overall strategic aims and objectives of ALPA and its MECs.

They prepare comments on legislative and proposed amendment initiatives pertaining to Aviation Occupational Health and Safety Regulations and may prepare testimony for presentation in Ottawa.  Similarly, they represent member interests in industry participation groups such as the Canadian Aviation Regulation Advisory Council (CARAC).

Working with their department management and colleagues, along with members of the ASO, they work to advance ALPA’s policies, initiatives, and goals in the areas of OHS and Pilot Assistance.  They also support ALPA ASO pilot representatives on relevant internal and external committees and may assist in conducting meetings between ALPA and industry/government stakeholders on areas of assigned work.

Travel:  5 – 20%.

ALPA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in a safe workplace. We prohibit discrimination, harassment and harmful behaviour of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, caste, disability, neurodiversity, genetic information, pregnancy, or other protected characteristics, including Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities, as outlined in federal or provincial laws.  We highly value everyone and all are encouraged to apply, including minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant area, e.g., Occupational Health and Safety or other related discipline, from an accredited college or university required; or, the equivalent combination of education and practical aeronautical experience; advanced degree preferred.
  • Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals (BCRSP) recognized certification in Occupational Health and Safety Training with extensive knowledge and experience in Occupational Health & Safety issues required.
  • Thorough understanding of OH&S laws, practices, and relevant regulations for Canada and its provinces and territories strongly preferred.
  • Five (5) years of progressive experience in similar roles required, ten (10) or more strongly preferred.
  • Knowledge of the aviation industry, the commercial piloting profession, or equivalent required.
  • Knowledge/understanding of various legislative processes, Canada Labour Code-Part II, Occupational Health and Safety, Aviation Occupational Safety and Health, Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs), and the like, required.
  • Knowledge of government and regulatory affairs is beneficial.
  • Ability to conduct Occupational Health & Safety research, communicate complex technical issues in a simple and understandable way, and make presentations to staff and committee representatives.
  • Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.
  • Strong time management skills; able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment; and, transition easily between projects.
  • Solid conflict resolution, problem solving, negotiation, and mediation skills.
  • Solid technical writing and public speaking skills required.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written, for effective interaction with internal staff, pilots, and external contacts.
  • Software: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Physical Demands:

Note: The physical demands described herein are characteristic of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential physical activities of this position described below.

Constantly operates a computer/smartphone/tablet.  Regularly required to maintain a stationary position, move about the office and the local metropolitan area, determine what others have said or written, and converse with others and exchange accurate information.

Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about the office and travel (locally, nationally, and internationally).  May also include occasional bending, stooping, squatting, and/or pushing and pulling or moving, e.g., to pack, unpack, and/or move cases.

Occasionally required to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve binders, books, boxes, and files up to ten (10) pounds (lbs.).  While on travel, could be responsible to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve luggage weighing as much as 50 lbs.  (Assistance may not always be available.)

Please apply online

ALPA offers competitive salaries with enhanced benefits, including:

  • 27 days paid vacation and holidays per year plus 2 volunteer days per year;
  • generous sick and bereavement leave;
  • company-paid premiums for family supplemental health care (supplemental medical, dental, prescription, and vision for employee, spouse, and dependent children), life insurance, and long-term disability insurance;
  • Education Assistance Program; and,
  • Non-elective employer contributions of 13% made to individual RRSP account after 180 days of employment.

 PROJECTED ANNUAL SALARY RANGE:  CAD $126,207.00 – CAD $180,293.00

Relocation not provided.

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Water and Wastewater Safety Advisor @ Niagara Region https://csse.org/client/career/careerDetail.html?careerId=714 Water and Wastewater Safety Advisor @ Niagara Region

Job Opening: 37851 Public Works Water & Wastewater                                                  
Location: Thorold ON
Standard Hours: 35.00 Permanent Full-Time
Salary Range:$ 73,310- $ 86,250
Post Date: 2024-03-15
Close Date: 2024-04-13

Reporting to the W-WW Health and Safety Program Manager, the W-WW Safety Advisor is responsible for implementing the workplace health & safety program for the Water & Wastewater Services division and providing input to the development of related Corporate policies and programs.

Education

  • Post-secondary degree or diploma Occupational Health and Safety or related field of study.
  • An equivalent combination of education, experience and qualifications may be considered.

Knowledge

  • Minimum 5 years of demonstrated health & safety experience, including: a) evidence based programs, designed to provide metrics and measures to evaluate successes and highlight areas requiring mitigation strategies, b) assessment, design and delivery of customized training programs, c) consulting and advising Joint Health & Safety Committees and d) responding to a wide variety of environmental health and safety concerns, requiring the application of investigation, recognition, evaluation, control, design, and risk communication.
  • Direct experience in a complex, unionized, multi-site environment, preferably in the water and wastewater industry, within Municipal/Public Sector operations.
  • Knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Human Rights Code and associated regulations, the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, MFIPPA, and other health & safety related legislation, regulations, standards, guidelines (WSIB Schedule l and 2 insurance provisions) and related decisions.
  • Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation or the ability to attain within 1 year is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with the development, implementation and continuous improvement of workplace health and safety policies, programs and procedures related to Water & Wastewater Services. (30% of time)
  • Responsible for implementing various elements of the workplace health & safety program, including Respiratory Protection Program and Safe Work Procedures.
  • Provide guidance to managers on health and safety issues and conformance with the Workplace Health & Safety program.
  • Respond to enquiries concerning workplace health & safety.
  • Conduct workplace inspections with Management and JHSC workers.
  • Ensure new or amended safety policies, programs, procedures or guidelines are implemented and coordinate training with the W-WW Training Advisor.
  • Conduct internal audits, workplace inspections and ensure follow-up on issues identified during inspections.
  • Assist Project Managers in ensuring that the Corporate Contractor Safety Program requirements are communicated to external contractors.
  • Analyze health and safety data, issues and trends; recommend actions to reduce workplace incidents and lost time, consistent with corporate and divisional objectives.
  • Facilitate new hire health and safety orientation for Divisional staff.
  • Monitor health & safety key performance indicators; analyze trends and provide monthly status reports and assist with management recommendations to improve workplace health and safety. (20% of time)
  • Monitor legislative and regulatory requirements to ensure ongoing compliance.
  • Inspect and monitor the effectiveness of the Workplace Health & Safety Program at Water & Wastewater Services facilities.
  • Assist with the review and update of the Emergency Response Procedures as necessary, to ensure the procedures remain relevant to activities in the workplace and align with Niagara Region Quality Management System (QMS) procedures. (25% of time)
  • Attend debrief meetings resulting from emergencies; prepare and distribute summaries to Divisional Managers for review with their staff.
  • Assist in the planning and execution of Mock Emergency exercises, to meet the requirements of the Drinking Water Quality Management Standard and Niagara Region QMS procedures.
  • Support Managers in the investigation of workplace health & safety incidents, work refusals, critical injuries, concerns or issues and recommend actions to the Manager/Director.
  • Develop and implement training schedules with the Training Coordinator, to ensure all relevant health and safety training is provided to staff, to meet legislative compliance and conform to the Workplace Health & Safety Program. (15% of time)
  • Develop, coordinate and deliver seminars and information sessions for Divisional staff regarding health & safety issues and safe work practices.
  • Develop e-learning modules to deliver staff training.
  • Produce monthly safety talks relevant to water & wastewater hazard awareness/control and schedule staff reviews for these talks along with emergency response procedures.
  • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on matters relating to occupational health and safety. (10% of time)
  • Participate on the Water and Wastewater Steering Committee
  • Sit as an advisor to the Water & Wastewater Joint Health & Safety Committee.
  • Act as a resource in clarifying standards for external contractors.
  • Represent the Director on health & safety or other committees as assigned.

Special Requirements

  • In accordance with the Corporate Criminal Record Check Policy, the position requires the incumbent to undergo a Criminal Records Check and submit a Canadian Police Clearance Certificate.
  • Must maintain ability to travel in a timely manner to other offices, work locations or sites as authorized by the Corporation for business reasons.
  • Regional staff strive to enable the strategic priorities of council and the organization through the completion of their work. Staff carry out their work by demonstrating the corporate values.

About Niagara Region

Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high-quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries.  Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada’s most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities. Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario’s most breathtaking countryside. An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S. neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.

Uncover the wonder of the Niagara Region and join a team dedicated to meeting tomorrow’s challenges TODAY!

Let us know why you would be an excellent team member by submitting your online application at www.niagararegion.ca by April 13th.

We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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