Safety Coordinator (Maintenance)

Safety Coordinator   Position Summary The Safety Coordinator is a visible and approachable safety partner who supports employees and Operations in identifying hazards, applying safety requirements, and ensuring effective safeguards are in place. Through employee engagement, risk-based observations, training support, incident management, and continuous improvement initiatives, the Safety Coordinator helps foster a culture where safety is integrated into daily operations. This role is designed to develop technical expertise, leadership capability, and sound safety judgment.   Key Responsibilities Risk Management & Safety Compliance Conduct workplace inspections, safety observations, and risk assessments to identify hazards, potential serious injury risks, recurring exposures, and gaps in critical controls. Recommend and support corrective actions, verify implementation, and escalate significant or unresolved risks. Maintain safety documentation, including inspections, permits, corrective actions, training records, incident records, and committee materials. Support regulatory compliance requirements, audits, inspections, reporting obligations, and safety performance tracking. Support workplace safety programs, including machine guarding, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), mobile equipment safety, pedestrian safety, ergonomics, PPE, chemical safety, emergency preparedness, and industrial hygiene. Employee Engagement, Training & Safety Culture Build strong working relationships with employees, supervisors, and leadership to promote a positive safety culture. Facilitate safety meetings, toolbox talks, Joint Health and Safety Committee activities, and hazard reporting programs. Support onboarding, orientation, job-specific training, refresher training, and ongoing safety communications. Deliver training when qualified and authorized, coordinate specialized training as required, and identify competency gaps through workplace observations. Encourage employee participation, open communication, and proactive hazard identification. Incident Management & Return-to-Work Support Respond to workplace injuries, near misses, and high-potential incidents. Assist with investigations, root cause analysis, evidence collection, reporting, and learning reviews. Track corrective actions, verify completion, and identify recurring trends. Provide incident information to HR, claims, and safety personnel as required. Support return-to-work and modified duty programs while maintaining appropriate role boundaries and not making medical, claims, or employment decisions. Operational Partnership & Continuous Improvement Maintain a strong floor presence and partner with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, HR, and Training teams to support safe work practices. Provide coaching and guidance to employees and supervisors on safety requirements and risk reduction strategies. Participate in professional development opportunities and strengthen skills in risk assessment, investigation, communication, facilitation, and leadership. Identify opportunities for process improvements and share best practices across departments and shifts. Authority & Accountability May stop or pause work presenting an immediate safety hazard and implement established protective measures while notifying Operations and Safety leadership. May facilitate and document corrective actions within delegated authority. Escalates high-risk conditions, recurring hazards, significant incidents, and overdue corrective actions to appropriate leaders. Supports operational teams but does not replace the accountability of managers, supervisors, or designated committee members for workplace safety.   Qualifications Education & Experience Certificate, diploma, degree, or equivalent practical experience in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field. Manufacturing or industrial experience is preferred. Candidates with demonstrated capability and strong development potential may be considered. Knowledge & Skills Knowledge of occupational health and safety principles, legislation, workplace hazards, and risk management practices. Ability to interpret and apply company procedures and regulatory requirements. Strong investigation, problem-solving, organizational, and follow-through skills. Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence without direct authority. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and safety management systems. Basic data analysis and reporting capabilities. Personal Attributes Approachable, professional, and respectful. High level of integrity, accountability, and sound judgment. Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills. Ability to raise concerns confidently and work collaboratively with all levels of the organization. Commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Preferred Certifications First Aid/CPR certification. Occupational Health and Safety certificates, designations, or other recognized safety credentials are considered assets. Working Conditions Manufacturing environment with exposure to industrial equipment, mobile equipment, noise, dust, and varying temperatures. Frequent walking, standing, and regular presence on the production floor. Use of required personal protective equipment (PPE). May require schedule flexibility to support operational needs, emergencies, training, and multi-shift coverage.