Company OverviewIKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!Job DescriptionThe HSE Specialist is responsible for the day to day implementation and continuous improvement of Health & Safety programs. The Health & Safety Specialist provides technical and professional support services to operations and reports directly to the Plant Manager and functionally to the Director of Health, Safety & Environment.BenefitsCompetitive salary - $90,000 - $113,000 based on experienceHealth Insurance (includes Virtual Health, and HCSA), Dental Insurance, Vision InsuranceLife Insurance, Long-term Disability, Short-term DisabilityRRSP MatchPaid VacationFloating DaysEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Engagement EventsAwards and RecognitionTuition reimbursementService AwardsEmployee Perks & DiscountsJob ResponsibilitiesActively coach staff/supervisors / hourly in leadership behaviors to improve communication, safety behaviors and activities on the shop floor to achieve a goal of zero incidents.Anticipate, identify and evaluate hazardous conditions and practices. Applies and uses hierarchy of controls to eliminate hazards and reduce risks in the facility or site. Implements, administers and advises others on hazard control programs for their respective Plant(s). Plant lead for the proactive application of internal and external standards in support of hazard reduction and compliance.Monitor legislative changes and make recommendations based on their potential impact to the business. PSM - local subject matter expert,



support the development, review/update as needed JHA’s; SOP’s. Performs safety evaluations, site level self-audits, run site safety committee and ergonomics programs.Maintain working relationships with Regulatory Agencies, to include participation in industry specified organization.Provide hands‑on guidance to facility managers & supervisors regarding incident reporting/investigation program to ensure company standards and process are met.Review incidents, ensure Root Cause Analysis is completed to prevent reoccurrence and drive corrective actions through health checks.Maintain facility training calendar and ensures training records are maintained per regulatory requirements. Facilitates applicable internal facility safety training using appropriate training materials (hands‑on, PowerPoints, props, etc.) as scheduled.Implement written EHS programs and company safety policies aligned with jurisdictional requirements. Administer the local hearing conservation program per regulatory requirements.Provide internal support for workers’ compensation cases. Acts as facility safety contact for work comp claims questions, interfaces with insurance adjusters, medical professionals and injured workers.Manage the plants budgets for health & safety spending. Facilitate new hire safety on‑boarding for new employees. Maintain metrics in accordance with company Leadership requirements.QualificationsRequires a minimum of a BA/BS degree in occupational safety, science,



engineering or related disciplineA minimum 5 years of prior experience in a manufacturing setting working in a Health & Safety RoleProfessional EHS certification is desiredProven leadership skills in a manufacturing environmentComprehensive knowledge of occupational health, and safety regulationsDetailed understanding of general industry standards and knowledge of basic health and safety concepts such as hazard & risk assessment, behavior based safety, machine / equipment safety etc.The ability to chair management/employee meetings and presentationsAbove average communication skills to enable the transfer of explicit and concise information at all levels of the organization.The ability to facilitate the process of learning amongst supervisors and the shop floorPassion for results, strong work ethic and acts with a sense of urgency and purpose balanced with strategic and day-to-day operational intentSuperior analytical skills with the ability to identify problems, resolve issues, mitigate risks, and initiate continuous improvements initiativesPossess the ability to handle multiple priorities and a wide variety of tasks to meet deadlines, all with a sense of urgency.Note: This is a Safety Sensitive position.Diversity and Equal Opportunity EmploymentIKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Hse Specialist - $90,000 - $113,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 IKO Industries
📍 Winnipeg