Health and Safety/Human Resources Coordinator

Job Title: Health and Safety/Human Resources Coordinator 

Reports to: Management 

Located 45 mins north of the GTA.  For over 30 years, Country Signs has been the leader in new construction and refurbishing of gas stations across Canada.  We provide a one stop shop for our customers including but not limited to, full installations, repairs, and service.  We pride ourselves on doing whatever it takes to satisfy the customer with a ‘can do’ mentality.  We are currently looking for a dedicated, hard-working Health and Safety/Human Resources Coordinator to join our team and be an ambassador for Country Signs.  

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Health & Safety:

• Ensure all staff are trained on the safety requirements implemented by our customers including but not limited to POST, Shell, Parkland, and Petro Canada.

• Ensure all Sub-Contractors comply with all the safety requirements and have the required training.

• Update third party websites regularly with the required documentation and KPIs.

• Ensure all H&S requirements are met for all provinces and territories in Canada.

• Act as the Management Co-Chair on the JHSC and ensure all requirements are met.

• Conduct site safety inspections at least twice per month.

• Investigate any accidents and near misses.

• Complete and submit Form 7 to WSIB.

• Conduct safety talks with the construction crews.

• Develop, implement, and monitor changes in H&S to ensure compliance, including those related to COVID-19.

• Act as an ambassador and promote a safety culture by leading from example.

 

Employee Relations/Training:

• Plan and organize the Human Resources function.

• Coordinate internal and external training activities.

• Develop, implement, and train staff on internal training programs including but not limited to Employee Relations, and Health & Safety.

• Develop Performance Appraisal program, train Managers on conducting Performance Appraisals, and maintain program.

• Advise and assist Managers on interpretation of the Employment Standards Act, 2000, AODA, as well as the OHSA, including the Construction Regulations.

• Coach Managers on employee issues and concerns.

• Assist Senior Management with the termination of employees including termination packages.

• Develop progressive discipline letters and issues letters as needed.

• Develop and maintain job descriptions for all positions in the company.

• Act as a mediator during employee conflicts.

• Investigate any employee issues including but not limited to Harassment and Discrimination.

• Develop and implement all Human Resources policies and procedures.

• Create and place ads for various positions.  Screen resumes and distribute resumes to Management team.

• Schedule interviews and Interview candidates and/or take notes.

• Enter vacation requests into Smartsheet and Microsoft calendar.

 

Key Skills Required:

• A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in Human Resources.

• Post-Secondary Degree, diploma, or equivalent in Human Resources Management. 

• Excellent organization & time management skills.

• Excellent command of the English language both verbally and written.

• Highly effective interpersonal skills.

• Detailed knowledge of OHSA, Employment Standards Act, AODA, and other legislation.

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and be able to multi-task when required.

• Excellent computer knowledge including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Smartsheet.

 

What we offer:

• Competitive salary based on knowledge and experience.

• Paid benefits after 3 months.

• Included in company ‘Discretionary Bonus Pool’

 

Country Signs is an equal opportunity employer.  Accommodations for candidates with disabilities will be provided upon request during the recruitment, assessment, selection, and placement process. 

Please send your resume along with your salary expectations to: pford@countrysigns.ca

We thank all applicants for applying, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.