Safety Representative – Non-Manufacturing

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About the role

  • Site Safety Representative supporting safety initiatives and compliance at General Motors' Ontario locations. Collaborating with engineering and corporate teams to drive safety culture and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Provide expert guidance and technical support on Workplace Safety, Industrial Hygiene, and regulatory compliance matters to site personnel and leadership.
  • Partner with site leadership to ensure compliance with applicable health and safety legislation, regulations, and Workplace Safety System requirements.
  • Analyze safety performance data, identify trends, and recommend continuous improvement initiatives to reduce risk and enhance workplace safety.
  • Lead, facilitate, and support safety-related committees and programs, including the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC), Incident Reduction Committees, Chemical Control, Test Vehicle Safety, CART, and other site-specific initiatives.
  • Support the development and execution of annual Workplace Safety Business Plan Deployment (BPD) objectives and action plans.
  • Develop, deliver, and coordinate health and safety training programs for new and existing employees.
  • Conduct safety audits, workplace inspections, task analyses, and risk assessments; identify hazards and drive corrective and preventative actions.
  • Support the investigation of incidents, injuries, near misses, and work refusals, ensuring effective root cause analysis and resolution.
  • Lead and support safety reviews, risk assessments, and buyoff processes for new or modified equipment, processes, and facilities.
  • Build strong partnerships with site leadership, Engineering, Corporate staff groups, and other stakeholders to drive safety excellence and foster a proactive safety culture.

Requirements

  • Successful completion of a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of experience in Workplace Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Ergonomics, or related Health and Safety role.
  • Strong knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and applicable regulations.
  • Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate issues, apply sound technical judgment, and implement effective solutions.
  • Strong leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to motivate and engage others in achieving safety and industrial hygiene objectives.
  • Ability to build collaborative relationships and effectively partner with employees, leadership, Engineering teams, suppliers, and regulatory agencies.
  • Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills, including experience in conflict resolution and negotiation.
  • Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.
  • Experience participating in or supporting Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) processes and workplace safety initiatives.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and business systems, including Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, and Power BI.

Benefits

  • Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave.
  • Healthcare, dental and vision benefits including health care spending account and wellness incentive.
  • Life insurance plans to cover you and your family.
  • Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement.
  • GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family, and friends.

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

JuniorMid level

Salary

CA$76,100 - CA$114,300 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

OnsiteMarkhamCanada

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