The Opportunity
Health & Safety Nurse will work closely with Managers, Supervisors and individual employees to promote occupational health and safety compliance in the plant. They will focus on education, promotion, and restoration of employee’s health; as well as, monitor positive health models to make Maple Leaf a safe and healthy work environment

Reason for vacancy: Existing Headcount

Base Salary: $59,000 – $87,000 CAD base pay annually

The above base salary reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. The base salary offered may vary based on a variety of factors including skills, experience, education, training, job- related knowledge, and other organizational requirements. For part-time roles, salaries are adjusted according to scheduled hours.

Snapshot Of a Day-in-the-Life

Manage WSIB claims including early intervention, administration, early and safe return to work plans.

Liaise and communicate with all medical and health professionals providing care to employees if that care impacts employee’s capabilities

Act as the WSIB Program Administrator

File Form 7’s

Initiate the Return to Work program with the support of Operations and Reliability

Keep an up to date Modified Work Tracker to ensure workers are being accommodated appropriately and communicate with the appropriate Team Leaders/Group Leaders/Operations Leaders/Health and Safety if updates are required.

Review all accepted WSIB claims for potential of appeal, file appeals and ultimately present submissions in support of the appeal

Assist supervisors in more advanced first aid for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses.

Participates in the Occupational Health maintenance program through various activities.

Teaching and encouraging employees to practice healthy lifestyles.

Promoting a safe and healthy work environment.

Maintain confidential medical records

Referrals to employee assistance providers as necessary.

Complete monthly first aid kits inventory inspections and re-stock as necessary.

Complete monthly AED inspections.

What You’ll Bring

Registered Nurse or nurse practitioner

Maintain a safe and clean working environment.

Educating employees about preventative care and prescribed treatments.

Experience in WSIB claims management.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.





Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with Union and Management.

Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines with high level of accuracy.

Proficient in Microsoft office software (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).

Ability to excel in a fast-paced changing manufacturing workplace.

Ability to take the initiative and problem solve.

Work with minimal supervision and be active team member.

What We Offer At Maple Leaf Foods

Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.

An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.

Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.

Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.

Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.

Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.

Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

About Us
We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey.



Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

We’re a global food company with approximately 10,000 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

We are carbon neutral.

We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.

A diverse and inclusive work environment
Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture
Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

Doing What’s Right

Shared Value

High Performance

Diverse and Inclusive Teams

Disciplined Decision Making

Our Accountability

Intense Curiosity

Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at

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📌 Health & Safety Nurse (Ontario)
🏢 Maple Leaf Foods
📍 Ontario