Regional Health and Safety Manager

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers.

Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products.

We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all.

It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence.

Job Description

Reporting to the Canada, Health and Safety Director, the Regional   Health and Safety Manager acts as a leader in the execution of the health and safety program and strategy for AIM sites. The successful candidate will play an integral role in interacting with regional operations, health, facilities management teams and Human Resources Business Partners to influence and maintain trust-based relationships with all internal and external stakeholders.

What you're responsible for: 

• Managing a team of Health and Safety Advisors & Coordinators.
• Managing the coordination of crisis situations and act as a key resource to partners and relevant authorities.
• Participating in the creation and implementation of the health and safety strategic plan and overall health and safety program.
• Coaching, advising and supporting operations teams to develop an accident prevention culture.
• Ensuring consistent delivery of the health and safety program, including the implementation of policies, programs, and processes to report and improve existing occupational health and safety practices and investigations.
• Collaborating with managers, supervisors and HR business partners to implement proactive and preventive work safety solutions.
• Conducting site visits and spot audits.
• Monitoring and reporting health and safety KPIs and develop a regional plan with Site Manager and operational teams to improve them.
• Working in partnership with the Site Manager to ensure compliance with provincial health and safety regulatory requirements.
• Promoting communication of overall H&S strategic plan and share best health and safety practices across all sites and departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in health and safety, Industrial Relations, Human Resources or another equivalent field and/or relevant professional certification.
• Minimum of 8 years experience in health and safety management in manufacturing or heavy industry, including experience in a multi-site environment.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment and ability to adapt to constant changes impacting health and safety.
• Practical knowledge of applicable OHS legislation, standards, and regulations
• Strong communication skills to maintain good interpersonal relations with various stakeholders.
• An innovative and problem-solving mindset, constantly looking for creative ways to problem solve.
• Bilingualism (an asset)

Additional Information

What we offer: 

• Full time, permanent position
• A competitive annual base salary, vacation, benefits, and a RRSP matching program. 
• The tools and support needed to be successful in your career and professional development. 
• A dynamic & rewarding work environment that is also a lot of fun!