Health & Safety Specialist in London , Ontario

Health & Safety Specialist in London, Ontario

Position Reference #: 1025160

Company Overview:

We are supporting our hiring partner, a global manufacturing company, for a Health & Safety (H&S) Specialist to join their growing team in London, Ontario.

Job Title:

Health & Safety Specialist

Employment Type:

This position is full-time/permanent

Location:

Health & Safety Specialist is based in London, Ontario

Compensation Range:

This position offers a competitive compensation structure and solid benefits.

Health & Safety Specialist Role Summary:

The Health and Safety Specialist will lead and support all aspects of health and safety across their operations. From managing WSIB claims and return-to-work planning to facilitating Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC) activities, inspections, training, and compliance, the Health & Safety Specialist will help foster a safe, compliant, and engaged work environment.
This is a hands-on role ideal for an OHS professional passionate about people, processes, and continuous improvement, with the resilience and professionalism to work effectively with supervisors, managers, and employees at all levels.

Health & Safety Specialist Primary Duties & Responsibilities Include:

  • Manage and enhance company-wide health and safety programs and procedures.
  • Facilitate JHSC activities, including organizing meetings, inspections, and follow-ups.
  • Oversee WSIB claims management, including timely reporting, documentation, and return-to-work coordination.
  • Investigate and document incidents involving workplace harassment and workplace violence, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and internal policies.
  • Facilitate return-to-work processes, including modified duties coordination and accommodation planning.
  • Provide support for attendance management processes and Short-Term Disability (STD) applications.
  • Conduct regular workplace inspections, incident investigations, and risk assessments.
  • Support or deliver safety training, onboarding, and awareness initiatives.
  • Conduct and coordinate Respiratory Fit Testing for Production Associates.
  • Maintain accurate H&S records, reports, and compliance documentation.
  • Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant health and safety legislation.
  • Collaborate with team members at all levels to promote a proactive safety culture.
  • Develop, coordinate, track, and deliver H&S-related training sessions.
  • Engage daily with supervisors and managers to address health and safety issues, providing coaching, guidance, and accountability.
  • Build trust and credibility with leadership while managing challenging conversations.
  • Support supervisors in coordinating with external consultants and service providers.
  • Support investigations of workplace harassment or violence in accordance with company policy and legislation.
  • More relevant roles as needed.

To be considered for this role, the “Health & Safety Specialist” must have the following qualifications:

  • Post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, or a related field.
  • 1–4 years of experience (or equivalent education and experience) in Health & Safety or HR, ideally in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
  • Strong knowledge of Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act, WSIB procedures, and regulatory compliance requirements.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven ability to remain resilient, adaptable, and professional when dealing with high-pressure situations or resistance to change.
  • Strong conflict-resolution and influencing skills, with the ability to hold supervisors and managers accountable to H&S standards.
  • Ability to take initiative and collaborate effectively across departments.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

How to apply?

You can also apply by submitting your resume directly online on our website or email it to us.
Please indicate the position reference number in your email subject line.
QEOSH Staffing & Recruitment Inc. is Canada’s Exclusive Health & Safety Staffing & Recruitment firm.
We are dedicated to employment equity and encourage applications from people of all genders, persons with disabilities, racial/visible minorities, and Indigenous peoples.
At QEOSH, we are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).