Safety Specialist (Contract)

Employer: JFEShojiPowerCanadaIncPosition: Safety SpecialistTermsofEmployment: ContractLocation: Burlington,OntarioLanguage: EnglishVacancy: Pleasenotethatthispostingisforanexistingrole.Benefits: Eligiblefordiscretionarybonusesand/orsalaryincreasesinaccordancewithcompanypolicy.EligibleforRRSP,PensionPlan,DentalInsurance,MedicalInsurance,VisionInsuranceandCareallowance.Salary: $80,000 to $90,000 CAD/year(dependentonexperience)AboutUs
JFEShojiPowerCanada(JSC)isanelectricalsteelproductsmanufacturerlocatedinBurlington,Ontario.AsthelargestproduceroftransformercoresinNorthAmerica,JSCspecializesinwound,amorphous,andstep-lapcoresforpowergenerationanddistributionequipment.Itselectricalsteelproductsandmagneticmaterialsarealsousedinelectricvehiclemotorsandchargingstationinfrastructure,datacentres,audioequipment,andotherindustrialapplications.Since1972,JSC(formerlyCogent)hasgrownfromasmallnichemanufacturertoanintegralpartoftheNorthAmericanelectricalsteelsupplychainwithmultiplefacilitiesandover500employees.JSCisdedicatedtomeetingthegrowingdemandforelectricalenergybyprovidingstrategic,innovative,andsustainablesolutionstoitsclients.FormoreinformationaboutJFEShojiPowerCanada,pleasevisitushere!WhatSetsUsApart?
AtJFEShojiPowerCanada,wearemorethanjustacompany - weareacommunitythatembracessafety.Wehaveaproactivesafetyattitudewhereeveryteammemberisempoweredtocareforeachotherandtakeresponsibilityforkeepingeveryonesafe.ByembodyingtheICareprinciples,weensurethatsafetyisnotjustaprioritybutacorevalueofourculture.Eachemployeeplaysanessentialroleinshapingaworkplacewheresafetyisembeddedineveryactionwetake,andwhereincidentsarepreventedbeforetheyhappen.Job Summary
As a Safety Specialist at JFE, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our employees and maintaining a strong safety culture within our organization. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:Responsibilities and Duties
Safety Compliance:
Monitor and ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations, codes, and standards applicable to our industry and location in Ontario, Canada.Safety Training:
Develop and deliver safety training programs for employees, including new hire orientation and ongoing safety education.Incident Investigation:
Assist in leading investigations into workplace incidents, accidents, or near-misses to identify underlying causes and actively participate in implementing corrective actions.Safety Policies:
Develop and update safety policies and procedures to align with best practices and legislative requirements.Safety Audits:
Conduct regular safety audits and inspections to identify hazards and assess the effectiveness of safety programs.Emergency Response:
Coordinate and oversee emergency response procedures and drills.Safety Culture:
Work closely with the production team to foster a caring and proactive safety culture, encouraging employee involvement and reporting safety concerns.Safety Reporting:
Maintain accurate records of safety incidents, near-misses, and safety performance metrics. Prepare reports for management as needed.WSIB Coordination:
Lead the day-to-day coordination of workplace injury claims, including preparing and submitting required documentation, tracking claim progress, and serving as the primary contact with WSIB. Work closely with injured employees, HR, supervisors, and healthcare providers to coordinate safe and timely return-to-work plans based on functional abilities and suitable modified duties. Monitor recovery and accommodation progress, maintain confidential records, and connect injury trends and lessons learned to workplace prevention initiatives.Qualifications
Post-secondary education in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
Experience in occupational health and safety, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Working knowledge of Ontario's Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations applicable to manufacturing.
Experience coordinating WSIB claims, including injury reporting, documentation, communication with WSIB, and tracking claim progress.
Knowledge of return-to-work planning, modified duties, functional abilities, and workplace accommodation, with the ability to collaborate with employees, HR, supervisors, and healthcare providers.
Experience conducting workplace inspections, hazard assessments, incident investigations, and follow-up on corrective actions.Ability to develop clear safety procedures and deliver engaging, practical training to employees across different roles and shifts.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities and maintain accurate, confidential records.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including active listening, asking thoughtful questions, and explaining requirements clearly and respectfully.
A caring, approachable, and non-judgmental manner that builds trust and encourages employees to share concerns.
Ability to work collaboratively with production teams, management, and the Joint Health and Safety Committee, while confidently addressing safety concerns.
Sound judgment, problem-solving skills, and curiosity to understand how work is performed and identify practical improvements.
Ability to navigate sensitive conversations, resolve disagreements constructively, and follow through on commitments.
Proficiency and comfort using digital safety reporting and claims management systems.
A genuine commitment to employee well-being, continuous improvement, and building a proactive safety culture.
Professional safety certification, or progress toward certification, is an asset.
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