Salary Information HL19
- $67,358.00
- $87,565.85 per annum. Duties And Responsibilities
• Supports the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Manager in the planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of CNA's OHS Management System (OHSMS), ensuring alignment with strategic goals and legislative requirements.
• Conducts regular campus visits to monitor OHS compliance, provides subject matter expertise, and collaborates with stakeholders to implement and maintain OHS improvement and preventive action plans.
• Contributes to a team-based approach to achieving departmental goals, supporting ongoing health and safety performance improvements, including WorkplaceNL PRIME Path 2 requirements, and coordinating audit preparation.
• Manages the hazard identification and assessment process and monitors the effectiveness of OHS control measures to ensure a safe working and learning environment.
• Serves as the departmental lead for key occupational health and safety programs, including Hearing Conservation, Chemical Management, PPE, and Fall Protection, ensuring effective program implementation, regulatory compliance, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Supports the workplace safety inspection function, ensuring complete documentation, effective tracking of findings, and appropriate follow-up.
• Provides guidance and support throughout incident and injury reporting and investigation processes, including root cause analysis and the implementation of corrective actions.
• Supports the development and implementation of safe work practices and procedures across the organization.
• Engages with OHS Committees and Worker Health and Safety Representatives to support their activities, provide expert guidance, and promote effective participation in workplace health and safety initiatives.
• Coordinates and occasionally delivers education and training to support awareness, understanding and compliance with CNA's OHS programs.
• Maintains accurate and confidential records using OHS information management systems, ensuring data integrity and compliance with privacy requirements.
• Provides support for Workplace Violence, Harassment, and Psychological Health and Safety initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned. Screening Criteria
• University Degree or Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety.
• Recent, progressive experience in occupational health and safety.
• Experience implementing and evaluating occupational health and safety programs and initiatives.




• Experience conducting compliance assessments.
• Experience developing and tracking corrective action plans.
• Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation or Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST) designation, or active pursuit of either designation (asset).
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Assessment Criteria
• Knowledge of applicable Occupational Health & Safety legislation, standards, and best practices.
• Knowledge of computerized systems and software used in occupational health and safety reporting and program administration.
• Ability to develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate occupational health and safety programs and initiatives.
• Ability to conduct compliance audits, hazard assessments, and incident investigations, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ability to effectively exchange information.
• Ability to think critically.
• Ability to work independently to manage time and tasks.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Professionalism.
• Ability to collaborate, build and maintain effective working relationships. Conditions of Offer
• Recent and satisfactory Certificate of Conduct.
• Verification of credentials and applicable licenses, certifications, and/or qualified memberships as required for the position.
• Acknowledges ability to wear personal protective equipment, including but not limited to, respiratory protection, hearing protection, safety footwear, eye protection and head protection. Conditions of Acceptance
• Access to transportation to travel to college campuses and worksites as required.
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout Newfoundland & Labrador, including overnight travel when required. College of the North Atlantic (CNA) recognizes the importance of and is committed to offering flexible work arrangements to its employees. The successful applicant may qualify for a telework arrangement within the province, subject to eligibility criteria. Where appropriate, consideration may be given to a primarily remote, hybrid, or ad-hoc arrangement. However, as a place-based organization,



candidates are expected to report to the specified work location identified in this job posting, as all positions will involve some degree of on-site work, unless otherwise indicated. Applicant Information
• This position provides flexibility in location, with consideration being given to candidates requesting to work from any one of our campuses throughout the province.
• Applications must be submitted online through https://www.cna.nl.ca/careers/opportunities on or before the closing date stated for this job posting.
• It is the responsibility of the applicant to submit an application that demonstrates the required screening criteria. Applications that do not clearly and effectively demonstrate the required criteria will be screened out of the competition.
• Preference will be given to applicants who are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or those who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Applicants who elect to include a cover letter (optional) must upload cover letter and resumé as a combined document (PDF).
• Information submitted as part of the application process must be clear, factual, and current to date of submission and is subject to verification.
• Applicants will be notified of their status throughout each stage of the recruitment process.
• An offer of employment is conditional upon the satisfactory completion and review of all pre-employment requirements by the College.
• The results from this competition may be used to fill similar vacancies. Closing Statement For more information about this job opportunity or should you require an accommodation as part of this recruitment and selection process, please contact Sarah Gaudon, Selection Board Chair, by email at [email protected] . College of the North Atlantic (CNA) strives to create an organizational culture that welcomes and amplifies diverse perspectives, nurtures belonging and actively seeks to eliminate barriers to equity. We invite all interested individuals to apply, and as part of our shared commitment to the advancement of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as a true reflection of CNA’s core values (Excellence, Integrity, Diversity, Respect and Transparency), we encourage applications from equity-seeking groups including, but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, those who identify as women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. We appreciate your interest in College of the North Atlantic

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