Health and Safety Technician

Position Summary

The Health & Safety Specialist is responsible for supporting and promoting a proactive safety culture through compliance, coaching, training, and continuous improvement. The position requires a strong shop floor presence (approximately 80%), working closely with associates and leadership to drive safe practices, ergonomic improvements, and legal compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct safety assessments, ergonomic evaluations, and lead incident investigations with timely and effective corrective actions.

• Lead 5S audits and safety inspections; ensure findings are documented and addressed.

• Coordinate internal and external audits related to health, safety, and environmental compliance.

• Support accident and incident investigations, track root causes, and implement follow-up measures.

• Promote employee engagement in safety culture, including incident reporting and adherence to company policies.

• Oversee selection and cost-effective use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Stay updated on legislative changes and communicate new safety and environmental requirements to management.

• Maintain detailed records and safety documentation in accordance with internal procedures and legal standards.

• Create and analyze safety reports (daily, weekly, monthly, annual) to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.

• Participate in equipment selection and layout planning to ensure legal safety and ergonomic compliance.

• Develop, schedule, and conduct safety training as required by corporate and legal programs.

• Ensure contractors and subcontractors are aware of and compliant with all site-specific safety procedures.

• Support ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 initiatives including audits, training, and compliance activities.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Safety Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field.

• Certified Safety Training as per local legal requirements.

• Experience:

  • Minimum 3 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in the automotive industry.

  • Hands-on knowledge of workplace safety, compliance, risk assessment, and ergonomic practices.

  • Familiarity with ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001/45001, and 5S methodology is preferred.

  • Experience in environments with established “Safety Culture” practices is an asset.

• Skills:

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Proven ability to analyze data, conduct investigations, and implement practical solutions.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

  • Knowledge of emergency response planning, safety training delivery, and contractor safety compliance.