Senior Safety Advocate (Langley)

Senior Safety Advocate (Langley)

17 Oct
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Highline Mushrooms
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Langley

17 Oct

Highline Mushrooms

Langley

Highline's Vision and Values:Passionately nourish people, the environment and the community, through embracing our core values, which include:We do the right thing, always. We lead the way. We are fanatical about quality. We are transparent in our relationships. We always consider the human element. We embrace diversity and inclusion.Position Summary:Leads the development, implementation and maintenance of the Safety and Wellness Program for HMW. Works with farm management teams to promote and achieve associate wellness and injury prevention, acting as a principal conduit for safety communication between management and associates.General Duties:Safety and Wellness ProgramAssists the Corporate Safety Manager and the Assistant Corporate Safety Manager in developing, implementing and maintaining Highline wellness and safety programs in order to maximize associate wellbeing by promoting wellness and minimizing the risk of physical injury in the workplace.Addresses associate safety complaints and concerns and provides job coaching to associates when requiredPromotes personal health and wellness philosophies and policiesIdentifies required health and safety training2. Safety Inspections and IncidentsEnsures proper accident and incident investigation and WCB/WorkSafe BC reporting requirements are metPerforms safety inspections at all farm locations (formal and informal) with and without the JHSC, specific to identifying physical hazards, ergonomic risks and improper body mechanicsEnsures safety and wellness bulletin boards are maintained accurately and in a timely mannerInvestigates safety incidents at the farms and assists in the proper completion of incident investigation formsEnters incident information in tracking softwareReports all noted safety infractions requiring corrective counselling to the area supervisor, Corporate Safety Manager, or Assistant Corporate Safety Manager and the Corporate Leader, HRHas authorization to stop operations if a safety concern has been identified; this authority is to beexercised in consultation with the Corporate Safety Manager or the Assistant Corporate Safety Manager, and in communication with the Corporate Leader, HRProvides first aid training for on the job illness or injuries3. Disability Management/RTW PlansOversees and manages return to work and modified work assignmentsAssists the Jr.



Safety and Wellness Advocate with return to work plans for injured or ill associates requiring accommodationMonitors on-going medical information and works with department managers/supervisors in the identification of suitable modified work as requiredResponsible for communication with HR department, payroll, and department managers regarding return to work, restrictions, and providing regular updates and progress reportsProvides weekly reports to the Corporate Safety Manager regarding all modified associates at the farms4. Injury PreventionEnsures compliance with Highline wellness and prevention of injury policies and practicesRecommends, coordinates, implements and conducts educational and training programs relative to wellness and injury prevention for the purpose of empowering associates with the knowledge to achieve long-term goalsResponsible for maintaining all safety and wellness training records5. Health and Safety Committee/OH&S MeetingsActs as a certified management representative for the farm Joint Health and Safety CommitteesParticipates in all visits with WorkSafe BC and the Alberta OH&S, and remains present for the duration of meetingsIn the event orders are issued, ensures compliance is on track and files compliance orders upon completion and after review with the Corporate Safety Manager and Assistant Corporate Safety Manager6. Auditing and Administrative DutiesPerforms individual random audits of the safety programParticipates in COR Auditing for all required farm locationsAssists with safety related functions having deadlines (i.E. Form 7 submissions, reporting, etc.) with other farm locations during periods of absences such as vacations, if requiredSafetyAdhere to Safety Policies, including use of proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and other safety equipmentReport unsafe conditions immediately to Direct report or member of the Safety teamReport all incidents,



injuries or near misses immediately to direct report or Safety AdvocateCooperates in the Early & Safe Return to Work Program if an injury or medical illness requires accommodationOther DutiesProvides back-up coverage for the Assistant Corporate Safety ManagerProvides meaningful recommendations for continual improvement or innovationPerforms any other duties that may be assignedQualifications:Education & Past Experiences:University Degree or College Diploma in Human Resources, Occupational Health and Safety, Kinesiology or similar programMinimum of 3-5 years experience in Human Resources or Safety-related fieldPreference will be given to candidates with or working towards becoming a Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP).Must have knowledge of WCB Claims Management and Return to Work (RTW) PlanningPrevious experience with COR Auditing would be considered an assetRequires strong interpersonal skills, computer skills in word documents and spread sheet or database type program entry and information useKnowledge of applicable Canadian Employment Legislation and Health and Safety regulations, standards and codesPossesses and maintains current first aid certificationPersonal Attributes:Excellent interpersonal communications skills and professional behaviours, specifically maintaining confidentiality and sensitive information or dealing with diverse personalitiesFirm and fair approach, acts with compassion and understanding without being taken advantage ofDemonstrable solid organizational skills and ability to prioritize with an aptitude to effectively handle competing deadlinesAttention to detail and accuracy, appropriately balanced with the need to complete tasksAbove average analytical skills, the ability to problem solveCapable of independent and self guided work and accepts and adapts to changeRequires a caring and compassionate attitude to all associatesHours of Work:5 days / weekPublic Holidays / Weekends as scheduledEarnings:$ 60,000 to $85,000Benefits:Extended health, vision and dental for associates and their eligible family membersLife insurance and dependent life insuranceShort term disabilityAnnual safety shoe allowanceJob Type: Permanent, Full-TimeVacancies: 1Locations of Work:3392 224th St., Langley, BC V2Z 2G81735 256th St., Aldergrove, BC V4W 2E1 (4SK)38050 Atkinson Rd., Abbotsford, BC V3G 2G6 (ABBY)28424 Townshipline Rd., Abbotsford, BC V4X 1P1 (INF)28243 Townshipline Rd., Abbotsford, BC V4X 1P6 (TRAD)59600 Lougheed Hwy, Hope, BC V0X 1L3 (RUBY)38061 Atkinson Rd., Abbotsford, BC V3G 2G6 (SUMA)

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