Specialist, Health & Safety (Non-Union) | Alectra Utilities - Brampton

Specialist, Health & Safety (Non-Union)

Full-time, 35 hours/ week, Hybrid
Location: Brampton (Kennedy)
Status: This position is to fill a current vacancy
Salary Grade: 15 ($101,190- $126,488 annually)

At Alectra, we energize a brighter future by empowering our workforce through the talent of tomorrow's bright minds. We promote a culture that encourages collaboration, celebrates innovation and supports lifelong learning. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where everyone succeeds and has the opportunity to make a meaningful difference.

Are you a dedicated professional passionate about fostering a safe and healthy workplace environment?

As a Specialist in Health and Safety, you will lead initiatives to educate and support managers and employees on health and safety programs and standards, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and legislative requirements.

What you’ll do

Program Development and Implementation:

• Support the development and implementation of corporate health and safety programs, policies, and procedures.
• Develop and maintain policies, programs, procedures, and guidelines to ensure consistent work practices across the organization by gathering relevant information from legislative bodies, other employers, and Alectra Utilities network operation groups.

Incident Management and Risk Assessment:

• Track, report, and evaluate incidents, consulting with managers and supervisors on preventive recommendations, risk evaluations, and follow-up actions.
• Assist with investigations and risk assessments, identifying opportunities for program enhancement and increased education.
• Analyze internal and external data on occupational incidents, injuries, and illness trends to recommend proactive strategies.

Compliance and Expertise:

• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulatory standards and adherence to industry standards, best management practices, and Alectra Utilities policies and programs.
• Provide subject matter expertise to internal stakeholders, including Joint Health and Safety Committees and training initiatives.

Audit and Certification:

• Support coordination and implementation of internal and external audit activities, participating in efforts to achieve certification and standardization.
• Participate in the preparation, conduct, and follow-up of internal and external audits of the OHSE Management System.

Education and Communication:

• Coordinate and deliver safety starts, safety meetings, and supporting documentation.
• Investigate, review, evaluate, and respond to inquiries from employees, the JHSC, managers, supervisors, and external parties regarding the company’s occupational health and safety policies, programs, and practices.

Continuous Improvement:

• Evaluate the effectiveness of health and safety programs through site visits, spot assessments, and audits.
• Identify opportunities to streamline or automate processes to continuously improve service delivery.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Assist managers/supervisors and the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) in conducting OHSE-related investigations, leading major investigations as required.
• Analyze the impact of changes to legislation and Ministry of Labour enforcement strategies, rulings, prosecutions, and convictions, making compliance recommendations to management.
• Provide technical expertise in the planning, design, and implementation of projects and key initiatives.

Other Duties:

• Perform other duties as required to support a safe and compliant workplace environment.

Who you are

Education & Specialized Knowledge

• Degree or Diploma in relevant discipline preferably Occupational Health and Safety
• Journeyperson level certification as a Power Line Technician is considered an asset
• Post-secondary education in a related field, such as occupational health and safety; or relevant engineering, technical or construction qualifications/certifications considered an asset
• Professional designation, or the ability to attain designation within five years of the date of hire considered an asset (e.g., Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP), or Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Utility Safety Administrator (CUSA)
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and related regulations
• Knowledge of the Electrical Utility Safety Rules, Utility Work Protection Code and generally accepted electrical utility sector safety policies, best practices, and standards
• Strong computer skills; proficient in the use of office productivity and collaboration tools

Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Health and Safety Practitioner
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience as a Power Line Technician journeyperson is considered an asset
• Experience in a unionized utility environment an asset

Skills/Abilities/Competencies

• Solid problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to provide practical and/or innovative solutions to complex technical issues
• Strong written and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical information in an organized and concise way
• Ability to plan, prioritize and execute multiple projects and initiatives within established timelines
• Ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Must hold and maintain a valid class “G” driver’s license

Where you will work 

• Hybrid: This role is based in a hybrid environment, allowing for a mix of remote and in-office work to support team collaboration and business needs.

Who we are

As the largest municipally owned electric utility in Canada, we are committed to growing, evolving and remaining innovative to build a sustainable and brighter future. Our values set us apart and are our fundamental beliefs about our organization:

Safety: Stay aware, prevent risks and protect each other.

Respect: Value everyone, act honestly and foster inclusion.

Customer Focus: Be reliable, anticipate needs and deliver exceptional solutions with care.

Excellence: Elevate performance, embrace diversity and deliver quality through collaboration.

Innovation: Drive growth by embracing change, creativity and continuous improvement.

Here’s why Alectra might be your ideal workplace:

• We offer comprehensive benefits. From health and wellness programs to financial security though our Defined Benefit Pension Plan – we offer a robust benefits package that supports you and your family.
• We invest in your career development. At Alectra, we care about our team’s future through offering ongoing trainings, mentorship and learning opportunities.
• We care about you work-life balance. Understanding that taking time off is essential to employee well-being, sustained productivity and high performance, we offer the following:
  • Time off: At Alectra, we offer various time off options for our employees including vacation time, personal days, milestone parental leave top-up, volunteer days and bereavement days.
  • Disconnecting from work: We prioritize your well-being through our “Disconnect from Work” policy which ensures you can maintain a healthy work-life balance.
  • Hybrid work environment: Based on operational requirements, we offer flexible working arrangements that include working remotely or on-site.

At Alectra, your unique contributions matter and help drive our collective success to a more sustainable and brighter future.

Ready to Apply?

If this sounds like you and gets you excited, we’d love to hear from you! Simply click on the link below and click on the apply button to submit your resume and take the first step toward joining our team. *Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept resumes via email. All applicants must apply through our careers page to be considered.*

Alectra Careers Page

At Alectra, we celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive recruitment process that honours the dignity and independence of all applicants. If you require accommodation during the process, please contact careers@alectra.com. We will work with you to ensure your needs are being met to the point of undue hardship.

Thank you for your interest in building a career with us. While we appreciate all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note: We kindly request no unsolicited resumes or agency referrals. Alectra does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies for any open positions unless a valid contract is in place.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Recruitment

At Alectra, we’re committed to energizing a brighter future through innovation and responsible technology use. While we may use digital tools to support the efficiency of our recruitment process, we do not use AI to identify or screen candidates. Applications are personally reviewed by either a member of the Talent Acquisition team or one of the hiring leaders, ensuring a fair and human-centered experience for all applicants.