The Ottawa International Airport Authority (Authority) is accepting applications for a full-time Coordinator, Occupational Health and Safety.

The person in this role is responsible for planning, coordinating, conducting and documenting proactive actions under the Authority’s Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Program, ensuring compliance with applicable legislation, regulations, policies and procedures and industry best standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Coordinate and conduct workplace inspections and walk-through hazard assessments across all Authority facilities and infrastructure

Investigate workplace accidents, incidents, and injuries, and recommend corrective and preventative actions

Perform ergonomic assessments and coordinate the procurement and proper installation of recommended equipment

Consult with supervisors and management to assess safety needs and recommend appropriate solutions, products, or services

Coordinate and participate in internal and external audits or assessments of OHS programs, and assist with implementing resulting recommendations

Coordinate and facilitate safety training for employees, including working at heights, forklift operation, safe chainsaw use, and other required training

Review and update safety programs, policies, and standard operating procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and alignment with industry best practices

Monitor legislative and regulatory changes and provide recommendations to maintain organizational compliance

Prepare reports, correspondence, statistical summaries, and supporting documentation related to OHS activities

Coordinate and support Workplace Health and Safety Committee activities, including preparing agendas, documenting meeting minutes, and tracking follow-up actions

Maintain accurate and complete OHS records, including inspections, meetings, and training documentation

Research, analyze, and audit safety data and programs to identify gaps and recommend mitigation measures and continuous improvement opportunities

Support the Manager, OHS with special projects, compliance initiatives and ongoing OHS initiatives

Review and process personal protective equipment (PPE) requests and support PPE inventory tracking and compliance





Coordinate with the Airside Safety Management System (ASMS) team on investigations with overlapping OHS and airside safety implications

Respond to OHS-related inquiries and ad hoc operational requests as required

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

College diploma or university degree in Science, Biology, Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of three (3) years of progressive experience in an OHS role, preferably in a complex or regulated operational environment

Minimum of one (1) year of experience working on construction sites in an OHS capacity

Experience developing reports, policies, procedures, and safety documentation

Demonstrated experience developing and delivering safety orientation programs and coordinating safety training sessions

Practical experience interpreting and applying federal and/or provincial occupational health and safety legislation, technical standards, and applicable building codes

Knowledge of accident and incident investigation techniques, including root cause analysis

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel

Experience with data entry, data extraction, reporting, and database management

SKILLS

Diligent, analytical, and detail-oriented self-starter

Strong hazard awareness and the ability to think critically in complex and dynamic situations

Ability to conduct hazard identification and risk assessments effectively

Sound judgment and decision-making skills

Ability to communicate effectively and interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders, colleagues, and external agencies in both official languages

Motivated team player with the ability to work independently

Ability to assess priorities and manage competing demands effectively





Solid record-keeping and documentation skills

Excellent organizational, communication, and advisory skills

Demonstrated tact, discretion, and professionalism

Ability to work effectively under pressure and on short notice

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships in a team-based environment

LANGUAGE

English

Oral proficiency at a conversational level

Strong writing skills

French

Oral proficiency at a conversational level

Candidates will be required to successfully complete a bilingual language assessment as part of the selection process

ASSETS

Certified Office Ergonomics Evaluator or knowledge of ergonomics applicable to office and/or industrial environments

Experience advising/serving on a workplace health and safety committee or acting as a safety representative

Working knowledge of ISO 45001 OHS Management Systems

Experience in the application of aviation or airport Safety Management Systems

Currently pursuing, or willingness to pursue, a recognized occupational health and safety certification (for example, ROHT, CRST, etc.)

Knowledge of the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) pertaining to airports and Safety Management Systems (107 and 300 series CARs)

Knowledge of presentation software such as PowerPoint

ABOUT THE POSITION

Salary

$86,938 to $98,262 per year in accordance with the current Collective Agreement (July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2028 rates).

Job requirements

Must be able to safely lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs

Have a valid driver’s license (Class G or equivalent)

Provide a driver’s abstract (issued within the last month)

Successfully obtain a security clearance check for a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC)

To explore this opportunity, please send your resume to [email protected].

The Authority is committed to the principles of Employment Equity and to achieving a workforce that is representative of the diversity of the Canadian population. We strongly encourage candidates to self-identify if they are Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, or members of visible minorities.

📌 Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator (Ottawa)
🏢 Ottawa International Airport Authority YOW / Administration de l'aéroport international d'Ottawa YOW
📍 Ottawa