Safety Coordinator - Jobs in Lakeside, NS

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Nova Scotia Power’s greatest source of energy is our people. In a culture focused on safety, we’re committed to providing exceptional service to our customers and rewarding jobs to our employees. We’re hiring solution-minded people excited to help us grow into the future. We are currently looking to fill the position of Safety Coordinator (Term).Reporting to the Manager Contractor Safety, the Safety Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating activities for the Contractor Safety Management Plan at Nova Scotia Power.The responsibilities will include:

• Providing analysis and support services including trend analysis reports to business units using data from our Incident Reporting Data Base.
• Updating contractor safety management information on the NSP website and SharePoint site
• Participating in the development and delivery of the safety department work plan
• Coordinating and scheduling of training for employees and contractors
• Performing safety audits and inspections to review risks and ensure processes in place
• Identifying key concerns and recommending approaches that are consistent with contractor safety management plan

You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of your co-workers by observing all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.Skills, Capabilities and Experience: A strong working knowledge of the MS Office Suite and SharePoint is required. PeopleSoft experience is considered an asset. Preference will be given to candidates with three years experience in an analytical role as well as two to three years experience in the safety, health, or education field. A CHSC, CRSP or Adult Education Diploma is considered an asset.The successful candidate will have excellent analytical skills, the ability to present various analyses in an understandable format, and the ability to convey complex ideas simply to others. You will bring strong interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, time-management, and decision-making skills. You have a strong work ethic, a high respect for confidentiality and sound professional judgment and initiative. You also have the ability to work across the organization at all levels and are willing to support team members wherever necessary.In accordance with Emera Canada’s occupational health and safety program and the Emera Canada Vaccine Program, subject to any approved accommodation, all new employees hired on or after November 1, 2021 will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. For clarity, “fully vaccinated” means having the number of doses or combination of doses of a vaccine approved by Health Canada or local public health agencies in the jurisdiction in which they will be employed.At Nova Scotia Power, our employees are our greatest strength. Our Leadership Competencies set standards that advance our business strategy, deliver results for customers, and provide career development for employees. As the ideal candidate for this position you speak up on health, safety, and environment issues, and demonstrate a belief that all injuries are preventable. You support flexibility in the workplace and embrace change. As a Safety Coordinator you will build strong collaborative relationships with a commitment to a respectful, inclusive, and productive work environment while demonstrating integrity and a commitment to operational excellence for our customers. Lastly, we encourage you to proactively ask questions and seek information to understand how your work relates to the business goals and make well informed decisions.Reports to: Manager, Contractor SafetyForm of Application: Click the APPLY button at the end of the online job posting. Complete all required information fields and copy and paste your covering letter and resume into the online form.Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experienceMust Be Received By: All interested candidates should apply no later than November 19, 2021Late applications may not receive consideration.Recruitment and Promotion Policy: At Nova Scotia Power we believe that it is powerful when everyone is included.We strongly encourage applications from equity groups who have been historically underrepresented, including members of the visible minority community (especially those from historic African Nova Scotian communities), Indigenous peoples (especially Mi’kmaq), persons with disabilities, and women in non-traditional roles, as well as members of the LGBTQ+ community.If you are selected for an interview and require a specific accommodation, please advise our Talent Acquisition team and we will support you with the recruitment process.Job Type: Full-timeQuick Apply

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