Health, Safety, Security & Environment Coordinator

We are currently searching for a dynamic Health, Safety, Security & Environment Coordinator for our Terminal located in St. John’s. Reporting to the Safety, Security & Compliance Manager, the incumbent will monitor and continually improve the safety culture of the Terminal and Inland operations by working with unionized and non-unionized staff to foster an enhanced relationship and education. This position supports all activities associated with Health, Safety, Security & Environmental programs and initiatives in Oceanex land-based operations.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of incident prevention and loss control for Terminal and Inland operations including inspections, safety tours, competency evaluations, equipment management, hazard assessments etc.;
• Coach workers on safe work practices and procedures;
• Supervise contracted security group;
• Advise staff and management on health and safety regulations and best practices;
• Oversee compliance program and carrier safety;
• Advise operations personnel on updated policies and procedures in the company’s SMS;
• Assist departmental managers and supervisors in the completion of initial incident/accident reports;
• Conduct incident and accident investigations, as assigned;
• Assist in the continued development of a positive HSE culture by reviewing/validating job hazard assessments and safe work procedures;
• Coordinate and conduct Safety and Security drills and exercises in support of Programs;
• Respond to off-site safety, environmental and compliance incidents, when required;
• Support the management of Oceanex Hazard and Safety Recognition Programs;
• Conduct workplace inspections and internal audits of management systems, as assigned;
• Advise supervisory personnel of OHS procedures, standards and guidelines;
• Inventory control of safety equipment for operations;
• Working with third party providers on inspections of operational equipment;
• Answer internal and customer inquiries related to Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG), Cargo Securing systems and other NSC non-compliance items;
• Support Oceanex Road transportation department staff in the implementation of corrective actions identified from reported hazards, incidents, regulatory amendments and quality service initiatives in road transportation compliance;
• Assist in the management and execution of Oceanex Environmental Management Program to meet regulatory requirements with the aim of achieving best practices within the organization; Respond to environmental and compliance incidents when required;
• Assist in the coordination and execution of the Oceanex Emergency Response Program;
• Assist with conducting workplace HSE Orientation training for employees and contractors (initial and refresher);
• Assist in managing workplace injury, disability and WHSCC case management (reporting, ESRTW Planning, monitoring);
• Actively participate in the JOHS Committee activities;
• On a rotational basis, be on-call to respond to HSSE issues that arise during off hours;
• Assist in compiling and tracking weekly and monthly safety statistics and trending data;
• Perform other duties within the operations and compliance departments as required or assigned.

Qualifications

• Post secondary education from a recognized institution in Occupational Health & Safety or equivalent combination of experience and education;
• Formalized training in auditing of accredited management systems (an asset);
• Knowledge of Provincial and Federal safety regulations;
• 3-5 years of experience in an OHS position in an industry setting;
• Experience working in the transportation and cargo shipment industry (an asset);
• Experience working in a union setting;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
• Experience working with claim management.

Skills

• Strong work ethic;
• Ability to work as a team player as well as independently with little supervision;
• Excel in high work pace environment;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Problem solving skill.

You are interested and believe you have the skills we are looking for? Please forward your resume and cover letter as soon as possible to:

www.oceanex.com/hr

Oceanex Inc. is committed to equity in employment and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all candidates for their interest but wish to advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone inquiries please.

OCEANEX INC. is Atlantic Canada’s leader in intermodal transportation and has serviced the Newfoundland market for more than 100 years. We provide door-to-door transportation service from anywhere in North America to destinations in Newfoundland and Labrador.

We offer our employees a positive work environment, competitive salaries, and excellent benefits as well as an entrepreneurial environment with solid career progression based on a result driven culture. When you are a member of the Oceanex team, you enjoy a stable career where your ideas are encouraged, and skills valued.

We are very proud of our strong team of 400 employees and their exceptional commitment to safety, the environment, and our customers.

Oceanex Inc.