Occupational Health and Safety Specialist
Closing Date: Open until suitable candidate is selected.
Come join our team! Being part of Shepherd’s Care means making a difference and having an opportunity to grow, innovate, lead, and succeed. Our employees propel change and continue to be at the centre of our organization’s development.
The Opportunity
Employment Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.0
Bi-Weekly Hours: 77.5
Salary for this position is commensurate with education and experience.
Location: Shepherd’s Care Administration Offices: 12601 135 AVE NW, Edmonton, AB
Reporting to the Manager, Occupational Health & Safety (OHS), the OHS Specialist works closely with the Manager, OHS and site management to advance the OHS and Workers’ Compensation (WC) programs across the organization. In addition, the OHS Specialist develops OHS procedures and conducts training of employees in OHS processes.
Key responsibilities include managing safety software, conducting training, and leading incident investigations. The role also involves tracking safety metrics, overseeing contractor compliance, maintaining training records, and supporting WCB claim management. Additionally, the OHS Specialist supports audits, hazard assessments, and emergency response plans, while promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement across the organization.
Qualifications, Education, Experience
- Graduate of a post-secondary program (minimum two (2) year program) in OHS, Disability Management, or Health and Safety Administration;
- Canadian Registered Safety Professional preferred- if designation/certification is not held, willing to work towards achieving one such designation/certification;
- Three (3) to five (5) years’ recent and progressive OHS/disability management experience;
- Experience using and managing electronic safety software;
- Current valid driver’s license and driver’s abstract acceptable to the Employer;
- Read, write, and speak English fluently, clearly, and efficiently.
How to Apply
Complete the application form below, attach your resume and covering letter and click the Submit button.
We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
Who We Are
Shepherd’s Care Foundation is a mission driven, faith-based, not-for-profit organization providing quality care and accommodations to more than 1000 seniors in Calgary, Edmonton, and Barrhead. Our campuses provide living options for residents with a full spectrum of care needs including Independent Living, Continuing Care Home Type B (supportive living/SL4), Continuing Care Home Type B Secure (SL4D), Continuing Care Home Type A (long term care and complex care), and Home and Community Care Type 2.
Our inspiring Mission is “Living life in a caring, Christian environment” and encourages our employees to contribute to a culture of positivity, while being person-centered and present in the lives of our residents. Being part of SCF means making a difference and having an opportunity to grow, innovate, lead, and succeed. Our employees propel change and continue to be at the center of our organization’s development.
What We Offer
Shepherd’s Care Foundation offers competitive total rewards, a strong focus on employee safety and wellness, and a commitment to progressive work teams, personal development, and collaboration. We also offer respectful and culturally inclusive workplaces that align with our employee-developed Behaviour Standards, and pride ourselves on open and connected work environments.
Note that, the successful applicant must provide a Vulnerable Sector Check (satisfactory to the employer).