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Human Resources & Health and Safety Coordinator
April 25, 2023
- Division: Print
- Department: Human Resources
- Reports to: Vice President & General Manager, SJC Print
- Location: Vaughan, Ontario
- Status: Full-Time
Meet SJC. We create, publish and print best-in-class content. As Canada’s largest privately owned communications company, we partner with our clients to provide marketing solutions that inform, inspire and empower audiences across every platform. Owner and publisher of Canada’s most iconic portfolio of media brands (Toronto Life, Chatelaine and Maclean’s to name a few), we provide incredible reach to an influential audience. SJC has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the last 18 years.
Are you ready to join a forward-thinking, creative and collaborative team? Then come join us at SJC Print in the role of HR & Health & Safety Coordinator.
SJC Print brings 65 years of expertise to North America’s largest publishers, retailers, cataloguers and financial corporations. The Human Resources & Health and Safety Coordinator must perform a range of duties supporting divisional managers and HR staff. The duties consist of occupational safety programs, policies, training, labour relations, diversity, education, recruiting and other HR programs. This role will provide resolutions and consulting in the above areas to ensure profitable business operations.
In this role you will:
- Communicate to internal stakeholders in Human Resources policies, procedures, laws, standards and regulations.
- Provide advice and counsel to management and other employee groups on a broad range of occupational safety issues and decisions.
- Research, plan, and conduct all safety training programs for employees on WHMIS, Fall Protection, Orientation, Personal Protection Equipment, CPR/First Aid, industry specific related issues, etc., including evaluation and modification of programs to meet local, provincial, and federal OHSA requirements.
- Be responsible for planning, design and implementation of safety orientation, safety training, job site inspections including hazard analysis, safe work procedures, written reports and recommendations as well as monitoring adherence to all company safety programs by employees and subcontractors.
- Maintain awareness of amendments to the Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHSA) and Regulations, and make recommendations for their implementation.
- Ensure the timely completion of accident/injury reporting to Corporate Office.
- Coordinate the activities of other occupational safety personnel within one or more divisions and departments, if appropriate.
- Provide guidance to field personnel via safety briefings.
- Write safety standards for electrical utility departments in compliance with industry standards and federal, provincial and local regulations.
- Develop and implement complex safety programs by inspecting or reviewing areas, equipment, processes, and work activities for hazardous conditions in electrical utility areas.
- Direct and review the analysis of accident and injury data, identifying the needs for new or modified occupational safety programs.
- Research occupational safety information to assure the best available methods and equipment are adopted to minimize the hazards in the work place.
- Advise on improvements in tracking and reporting procedures.
- Lead and/or participate on teams with safety, technical, management, and other team members.
- Provide direction and/or guidance to less experienced occupational safety personnel.
- Ensure effective exit interviews and provide management with analysis and recommendations.
- Provide resolutions to employee relation issues (e.g., employee complaints)
- Act as representative for unemployment claims.
- Oversee adequate new hire orientation and overall training within the organization.
- Administer and record employee recognition and incentive programs.
- Perform interviews, screens, and recruit for entry level, professional and technical job openings.
- Manage employee documentation.
- Develop and provide recommendations for policies and processes.
- Plan, organize and attend recruitment fairs as requested.
- Plan and organize staff events and recreational activities.
- Coordinate and update intranet site.
- Keep job descriptions current.
- Complete other duties and projects as assigned.
And a bit about yourself:
- Bachelor’s degree or College Diploma in Human Resources Management required.
- Minimum 2 years of work experience in HR required.
- Safety certification training (e.g., CRSP, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information, MSDA) is considered a strong asset.
- Three to five years’ experience in occupational health and safety in an industrial establishment.
- Work experience in employment law and recruitment preferred.
- Experience in the printing and publishing industry preferred.
- Demonstrated work knowledge of multiple human resource areas preferred.
- Basic research and data analysis skills required.
- Effective communication skills with individuals at all levels of the organization.
- Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
- Able to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independently.
- Computer literacy, including effective working skills of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and e-mail required.
- Attention to detail in all areas of work.
- Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills.
- Ability to interpret and implement company policies and procedures
If this sounds like you, click the apply link!
Accommodations at SJC
SJC is an equal opportunity employer. SJC is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise the Human Resources department if any accommodations are needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
Inclusion at SJC
Equality and respect for all is one of our founding values and core beliefs at SJC. We are a diverse group with associates of all ages, orientations, races and talents. We celebrate this diversity and we draw strength from it. Inclusivity at SJC means fostering a culture that welcomes and respects each individual as equal – both inside our walls and within the larger community.
SJC Values
- Amaze our customers: We put our customers’ evolving needs at the heart of the business and inspire through our ideas, quality and service.
- Be relentlessly curious: We take the initiative to learn, try new things and brainstorm the next big idea.
- Respect every individual as equal: We value diversity as the means to creativity and cultivate a collaborative environment where everyone belongs.
- Innovate and adapt with urgency: Forward-thinking and flexible, we react quickly and boldly to change.
- Contribute to our community: We apply our resources and passions to make a difference – for people and our planet.
SJC Perks
- Health and Dental Benefits
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and online health & wellness resources with Homewood Health
- Scholarship program for employees’ children
- Exclusive employee magazine subscription rates
- 1-year complimentary Toronto Life Insider membership
- Discounted annual GoodLife membership
- Perkopolis Perk Program and employee pricing at major retailers
Accommodations at SJC
SJC is an equal opportunity employer. SJC is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise the Human Resources department if any accommodations are needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
Inclusion at SJC
Equality and respect for all is one of our founding values and core beliefs at SJC. We are a diverse group with associates of all ages, orientations, races and talents. We celebrate this diversity and we draw strength from it. Inclusivity at SJC means fostering a culture that welcomes and respects each individual as equal – both inside our walls and within the larger community.