Occupational Health Specialist

Develops, implements and maintains safety programs, policies and procedures such as hearing conservation, WHMIS and designated substances program. • Monitors the Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS) to ensure compliance with legislation and internal policies and procedures. • Liaises with other members of the Human Resources Branch to resolve issues relating to Return to Work, Labour Relations, Workplace Violence and Critical Injuries. • Prepares reports and presents to the Senior Leadership Team on health and safety. • Acts as a liaison with Ministry of Labour (MOL), other external agencies and officials to resolve issues in relation to occupational health and safety; participates in the resolution of internal labour relations matters related to health and safety. • Develops and delivers ongoing health and safety training to members of all rank; identifies organizational training needs; researches, develops and delivers training on new health and safety initiatives as required. • Investigates and evaluates requests for assistance on health and safety issues, complaints and concerns regarding working conditions, equipment, methods and procedures. • Recommends changes to WRPS policies and procedures; hazard, risk and injury prevention; and cost reduction and corrective actions, while ensuring compliance with legislation. • Supports workplace violence prevention programs, including education, training, and resources; liaises with the Workplace Violence Prevention Coordinator if incidents meet the test of workplace violence. • Advises senior management regarding construction projects’ compliance with legislation;