Safety Technician

Career Opportunity

Our Safety and Environment Department  is seeking a Safety Technician to join their team!

What You Will Do

You will provide support to the organization through the dissemination of safety communications and management reports as well as the control of certain safety functions and programs under area of responsibility.
 
You will track and prepare reports on corrective actions for Level 2 and Level 3 Investigations, and Facility Inspection outstanding items; assist Safety team with investigations, safety communications, job aids, facility inspections and site visits on various shifts, as assigned; prepare and present various reports, data, analyses, relating to Safety Inspector KPI’s; assist with maintenance of investigation files, documents and intranet page and prepare and distribute weekly reports as assigned.
 
In addition to the above, you will demonstrate behaviours that support diversity, inclusion, and a respectful work and service environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. Helps to remove barriers and accommodate employees and customers (within their area of responsibility) in accordance with TTC’s commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC’s policies.

What Skills Do You Bring?

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

• Completion of post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety, or the equivalent, combined with directly related work experience


• Should be working towards or be eligible to obtain a Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST), Canadian Registered Safety Professionals (CRSP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) certification


• A recognized Project Management Professional designation would be considered an asset


• Sound knowledge of Ontario’s legal framework for SH&E including the Occupational Health & Safety Act & Regulations, Environmental Protection Act, Regulations for Construction Projects, Canadian Criminal Code provisions for safety, Technical Standards and Safety Act, Workplace Safety & Insurance Act, First Aid Regulations, etc


• Sound knowledge of business analytics, statistical analysis techniques, including trend analysis and forecasting, descriptive statistics and validation


• Sound knowledge of best practice research methods and techniques


• Good project management skills and demonstrated ability to strategize and adapt to new challenges


• Sound knowledge of computers and software applications related to the work (Crystal Reports/SAP Business Objects, Microsoft Outlook, Access, Word, Excel and SharePoint)


• Must be able to work independently and have the ability to multi-task, under minimal supervision


• Demonstrated ability to update and modify programs and databases including the aptitude for being detail-oriented with a high regard for accuracy


• Sound knowledge of business administration concepts and practices combined with comprehensive knowledge of modern office methods, procedures and equipment


• Highly effective interpersonal, oral, written  and presentation skills; analytical and problem solving skills; good mathematical skills; excellent organizational skills including the ability to co-ordinate and prioritize a number of short term and ongoing projects concurrently


• Knowledge of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act


• Must have or acquire a thorough knowledge of departmental and TTC operations, organizational structure, policies and procedures and acquire sound knowledge of Operations standards and requirements applicable to the work performed


• Required to obtain Subway/SRT Rule Book, Streetcar Rule Book, WHMIS certification and attend OH&SA training

What We Offer

• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.


• A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities.


• One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of TTC defined pension plan.


• A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision and more.


• Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues’ well-being.