Health and Safety Specialist

Job Title: Health and Safety Specialist 

Location: Cambridge, ON | On-site (5 days a week)

Job Type: Full-time

Compensation: $80,000-$90,000.00/year

Benefits: RRSP, health/dental/vision package, reimbursement for tuition and professional dues, paid vacation, personal days, and sick days.

Get to Know Us: 

Eclipse Automation delivers cutting-edge custom automated manufacturing solutions across multiple industries. We combine advanced automation expertise with digital innovation to create smart, efficient, and sustainable manufacturing systems. Our global network includes facilities in Canada, the United States and Hungary ensuring regional expertise and global strength.

The Position:

Reporting to the HSE Manager, North America, the HSE Specialist, North America, is responsible for the implementation and execution of all H&S related programs and initiatives for Nuclear and Automation Projects. They will provide subject-matter expertise and support to maintain the Eclipse HSE program and ensure compliance with legislated requirements, internal standards, and collaborate on delivery of new policies and programs. The HSE Specialist will have responsibilities in scope of all Eclipse HSE functions including training, inspections/auditing, program development and implementation, to deliver our Eclipse Vision and Entrepreneurial Culture. 

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Enable the success of incident and injury prevention by implementation and maintenance of the Eclipse North America Health, Safety and Environmental management system
• Support HSE Programs for Risk Assessments, Incident Investigations, Workplace Inspections, Corrective and Preventive Actions, Control of Hazardous Energy, Electrical Safety, Industrial Hygiene, PPE, Ergonomics, Material Handling, WHMIS, Emergency Preparedness and Response.
• Support the Job Hazard Analysis process for Automation and Nuclear Projects and department activities
• Conduct and support the completion of HSE risk assessments to identify significant HSE risks and recommended controls
• Coordinate Incident Reporting and Investigation process. Review submitted reports to ensure effective root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventative actions
• Advise the Joint Health and Safety Committees (JHSC) and coordinate program requirements including monthly Workplace Inspections, Meetings, and training for committee members.
• Conduct and facilitate Workplace Inspections for Health and Safety, Environment, Fire/Life Safety and assign actions for HSE Non-Conformances.
• Champion Continuous Improvement initiatives to drive HSE Performance.
• Drive attainment of WSIB Excellence Program topics.
• Maintain current knowledge of local HSE legislation and applicable standards
• Support Workplace Accommodation and Return to Work Program for injured workers
• Deliver HSE Orientations to new employees and contractors
• Deliver and coordinate HSE training courses in accordance with HSE Training matrix and maintain records for compliance.
• Administer Contractor Management program and audit Contractor/Subcontractor HSE compliance.
• Manage Emergency Preparedness programs including Evacuations, Medical Response, and Spill Response preparedness.
• Maintain health and safety statistics and reporting for performance metrics

Leadership:

• Promote a proactive Safety Culture and positive relations with all departments and stakeholders
• Collaborate and build supportive relationships with stakeholders in HR, Operations, Facilities and Project Management.

Project Execution:

• Requires professional written and verbal communications and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team environment to actively lead project and department communications and meetings

• Requires willingness to work a flexible schedule including weekends, or travel as required
• Ensure scheduled milestones are met.  Notify the appropriate departments if milestones are not met
• Adhere to the Eclipse Automation Project Operating Policy
• Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the Eclipse Automation Code of Conduct
• Foster the development of culture reflective of the core values of Eclipse Automation

Travel:

• Expectation of travel to other locations is less than 10% of time (may be exceeded in exceptional circumstances to meet project needs)

What We’re Looking For:

Education:

• Has successfully completed a University degree and a College diploma/certificate in Occupational Health and Safety, or related fields
• CRSP Designation an asset.

Experience:

• • 5-8 years of experience in a Health and Safety role in a manufacturing setting
  • Experienced in conducting hazard assessments and incident investigations
  • Experienced in implementing and maintaining HSE Programs
  • Experienced in coordinating and delivering Health, Safety and Environmental training courses
  • Experienced in auditing and developing H&S and Environmental Management System programs
  • Experienced in developing and mentoring colleague’s competencies and skills in H&S and related departments
  • Experience in collaborating with stakeholders in HR, Operations and Project Management
  • Intermediate knowledge of applicable health and safety regulations and standards
  • Ability to perform risk assessments for machine safety, material handling equipment, and ergonomics
  • Professional verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills required.  Functional abilities in English language (both written and spoken) is required.
  • Strong organizational skills and willingness to develop constructive relationships with management, project and departmental team members
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and computer skills.
  • Ability to produce promotional training materials, communications, videos, or social media for promotion of Health and Safety is an asset.

What We Offer:

• Reimbursement for tuition and professional dues
• 3 weeks of vacation and 3 paid personal days (to start)
• RRSP matching program
• Free snack program

Why Join Us:

Here at Eclipse Automation, creation and innovation are at our core, and our culture reflects that. Fast-paced and continuously fostering growth, we encourage the entrepreneurial spirit that our teams embody, and leverage each of their strengths to do better for our people, our clients, and our communities.

Our teams are made up of innovators, thinkers, and doers, with the know-how and expertise to exceed expectations, and the relentless spirit to create and reinvent. Our people are what enable us to live up to our name - to eclipse all others, inspiring and creating outcomes that change the world.

Eclipse Automation is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive work environment. It is our policy to recruit and select applicants solely on the basis of their qualifications. We are an equal opportunity employer that hires talent regardless of age, race, creed, colour, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or any other status or condition protected by applicable law.

At Eclipse Automation, we believe in the power of human connection. We do not use AI in our hiring process; every application is personally reviewed by a member of our team to ensure each candidate receives careful consideration.

This publicly advertised job posting is for an existing vacancy. We are seeking a qualified candidate to join our team and assume the responsibilities of this role.

Eclipse Automation encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Those in need of accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process should notify [email protected]. Any information received that relates to accommodation needs of a candidate will be addressed in a confidential manner.