CARCROSS/TAGISH FIRST NATION
MISSION STATEMENT
The Carcross/Tagish First Nation is mandated to protect the environment, health, education and aboriginal rights of our Citizens; to continue to preserve and protect our culture, traditions, and languages; to protect and develop our natural resources and strengthen our economy and the Carcross/Tagish First Nation government for our future generations.
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Director, Human Resources, the Health and Safety Officer will be responsible for facilitating compliance with occupational health and safety (OSH) regulations. This position will provide advice and coordinate worksite inspections, prepare reports, ensure day-to-day safety requirements for all GC/TFN buildings and worksites.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES
- Regularly review and be familiar with all applicable legislation and applicable standards, to ensure compliance
- Provide support to all Departments by conducting building safety audits, performing site visits in the field as applicable
- Develop a Safety Management Plan (SMP) for each C/TFN building to ensure a safe work
- Participate and assist the Health and Safety Committee in the investigation of incidents to determine root cause, and corrective actions where necessary
- Audit, annually, the SMP for compliance and update as required
- Review and provide recommendations on other health and safety related policies and
- Ensure that all incidents are reported immediately
- Ensure incident corrective actions are followed up on and completed
- Ensure new hires are orientated to GC/TFN health and safety plans and policy, project hazard assessment, location of first aid, as applicable
- Ensure that the following material is available and on-site as required: C/TFN H&S Manual, the applicable provincial legislation and regulations, site safety inspection forms, observation forms, tailboards and log books, fall protection plans etc
- Prepare and submit all federal reports
- Meet with and assist staff to ensure that all safety expectations are understood and met
- Attend and provide support to the Health & Safety Committee, including scheduling and
- Other duties as required
environment for all employees, contractors, visitors and community
procedures
attending meetings, recording and distributing meeting minutes, and coordinating or
conducting workplace inspections
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS (Include the month and year you started and ended a job when you list your work experience. This allows us to accurately calculate the length of time you were in the position.)
- Occupational Health and Safety Accreditation (degree, diploma, certificate or equivalent)
- 3 years of Health and Safety experience preferred
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & SUITABILITY
- Demonstrated working knowledge of federal health and safety legislation
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to present and explain health and safety topics
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work cohesively with fellow colleagues as part of a team
- Highly responsible and reliable
- Demonstrated ability to lead and influence others
- Ability to work in an environment that may involve crisis situations
- High level of integrity, confidentially, and accountability
- Strong work ethic and positive team attitude
- Proactive problem-solver that can manage difficult situations with positive results
- Proficient in Microsoft office applications
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Verification of Education
- Criminal Reference Check
- Class 5 Driver’s License
- Current Driver’s Abstract
We encourage all qualified candidates to apply however preference will be given to C/TFN Citizens, associate members and indigenous candidates.
We thank all those who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Please Note:
- No relocation costs are associated with the position.
- Job descriptions: ..\..\..\..\Job Descriptions\Human Resources\Health and Safety Officer - June 2022.docx
PLEASE QUOTE THE COMPETITION NUMBER & TITLE ON YOUR APPLICATION WHEN APPLYING.
APPLICATIONS/RESUMES MUST BE RECEIVED BY 11:59PM ON THE CLOSING DATE.
Apply to: [email protected]