Safety Specialist (Contract)

At JFE Shoji Power Canada, we are more than just a company - we are a community that embraces safety. We have a proactive safety attitude where every team member is empowered to care for each other and take responsibility for keeping everyone safe. By embodying the ICare principles, we ensure that safety is not just a priority but a core value of our culture. Each employee plays an essential role in shaping a workplace where safety is embedded in every action we take, and where incidents are prevented before they happen.

As a Safety Specialist at JFE, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our employees and maintaining a strong safety culture within our organization. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: 

• Post-secondary education in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. 

• Experience in occupational health and safety, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment. 

• Working knowledge of Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations applicable to manufacturing. 

• Experience coordinating WSIB claims, including injury reporting, documentation, communication with WSIB, and tracking claim progress. 

• Knowledge of return-to-work planning, modified duties, functional abilities, and workplace accommodation, with the ability to collaborate with employees, HR, supervisors, and healthcare providers. 

• Experience conducting workplace inspections, hazard assessments, incident investigations, and follow-up on corrective actions.Ability to develop clear safety procedures and deliver engaging, practical training to employees across different roles and shifts. 

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities and maintain accurate, confidential records. 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including active listening, asking thoughtful questions, and explaining requirements clearly and respectfully. 

• A caring, approachable, and non-judgmental manner that builds trust and encourages employees to share concerns. 

• Ability to work collaboratively with production teams, management, and the Joint Health and Safety Committee, while confidently addressing safety concerns. 

• Sound judgment, problem-solving skills, and curiosity to understand how work is performed and identify practical improvements. 

• Ability to navigate sensitive conversations, resolve disagreements constructively, and follow through on commitments. 

• Proficiency and comfort using digital safety reporting and claims management systems. 

• A genuine commitment to employee well-being, continuous improvement, and building a proactive safety culture. 

• Professional safety certification, or progress toward certification, is an asset.