Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason

- Job ID #31786: Health, Safety & Wellness Specialist
- Union:Non-Union
- Job Description ID #: 4095
- Close date:Interested applicants please submit your application online atwww.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-cityby 4:00 p.m. on October 21, 2026.
- Vacancy type: 1 Permanent full-time and 1 Temporary Full-time (up to 12 months)
- Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address.External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted

REPOST: Applicants who have previously applied, do not need to reapply as they are already being considered for the position.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

The Health, Safety & Wellness Specialist is responsible for taking a proactive, prevention-oriented and continuous improvement approach that supports the City of Hamilton and departmental occupational health, safety and wellness programs.



This position is responsible for strategic planning, analysis and development, implementation, evaluation and maintenance of the City’s health, safety and wellness program. Reporting to the Manager of Health, Safety and Wellness, the incumbent will work collaboratively with leaders, employees, Joint Health and Safety Committees, union representatives and other stakeholders by providing timely support, guidance and advice to support department and corporate wellness, health and safety programs. This includes providing technical guidance, education and training on a variety of health, safety and wellness hazards, risks and issues.

GENERAL & SPECIFIC DUTIES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO)

Program Development and Maintenance

- Works collaboratively with key internal stakeholders to identify organizational needs and then lead the development of corporate program, practices and strategies using best practice methodologies to ensure effective planning, analysis, development, implementation and evaluation of health, safety and wellness programs for the City. Program development includes policies, procedures, guidelines, resources, tools, etc.
- Ensures that program development and implementation utilize cutting-edge and leading best practices and is aligned with change management best practices that addresses client needs.
- Works with departments to support implementation of corporate health, safety and wellness programs, including, but not limited to, delivering education, training

📌 Job ID #31786: Health, Safety (Canada)
🏢 The City of Hamilton
📍 Canada