Health & Safety / People Officer

Health & Safety / People  Officer

Orillia Power Generation Corporation (OPGC) has a challenging and unique opportunity for a dynamic, highly motivated, and multi-functional individual to manage and oversee the Health & Safety, People, and Administrative responsibilities of the business. OPGC owns and operates six waterpower generating stations and seven solar generation facilities. OPGC employs a talented and dedicated team of 18 staff. Reporting to the President and CEO, this position is a multi-faceted opportunity for the right candidate who will focus on the health, safety and wellness of the team. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with all employment laws, including ESA, Human Rights Code, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Common law and others
• Responsible for OPGC’s Health, Safety and Wellness programs
• Oversee all safety training programs, ensuring compliance with all mandatory requirements
• Recommend new programs, services, or changes to existing programs and / or policies to comply with changing guidelines, standards or legislation
• Responsible for WSIB and attendance management
• Responsible for the effective operation of the Joint Health and Safety Committee
• Provide regular Health & Safety reporting to senior management and the Board of Directors
• Oversee the day-to-day operation of the People function including, health & safety, recruitment, wellness, benefits, training, compensation, performance management and labour relations
• Provide advice and feedback to leaders on all compliance matters regarding; collective agreement, policies and procedures, and all relevant regulatory legislation
• Lead contact for office administration, ie; phones, copiers, building maintenance; and key and security control
• Responsible for administrative supply and uniform program
• Provide confidential support to the management team and Board of Directors
• Recording Secretary for Board of Directors – confidentially and accurately record and prepare minutes of Board meetings
• Preparation of presentations to the Board of Directors 

Education, Experience and Required Skills

• Minimum 7 years Health and Safety leadership experience
• Minimum 5 years management experience in all areas of the People function
• University Degree or College Diploma in Human Resources, Office Administration, or equivalent
• CHRP or CHRL a definite asset
• Proven experience in labour relations and contract negotiations
• Sound knowledge of employment laws and regulatory requirements
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Well-developed skills with Microsoft Office applications, with Word, Excel and PowerPoint knowledge and abilities
• Experience as Board Secretary or minute taking would be an asset
• Proven professional manner in carrying out all duties
• Experience developing and presenting materials to senior management and Board level
• Strategic, proactive, organized and priority/results focused

OPGC offers an excellent working environment, competitive compensation, benefit package and pension plan. 

Interested applicants should submit their covering letter and resume, detailing related education, qualifications, and experience no later than September 26, 2022, to: 

Attention:  Debra Pratt, Human Resources Officer

Orillia Power Generation Corporation

61 Progress Drive, Orillia, Ontario  L3V 7P5

dpratt@orilliapower.ca

Please note that applicants who receive any conditional offer of employment from OPGC will be required to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada as a condition of employment.  OPGC will consider individual requests for accommodation by applicants who cannot be fully vaccinated due to grounds protected under the Human Rights Code. 

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  Orillia Power Generation Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process.  Applicants are asked to make their required accommodations known in advance.