Provincial Specialist Mining Health & Safety (MHS) - Jobs in Ottawa, ON

Job Description

If you possess a strong health and safety foundation in the Mining sector this may be an opportunity for you. We are looking for a qualified individual to plan, develop and evaluate provincial policies and programs specific to the Mining Health and Safety program with the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development.OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontarios Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.What can I expect to do in this roleIn this role, you will:

• Evaluate proposed and existing enforcement regulations, policies and programs
• Provide technical program knowledge and develops sector specific standards and guidelines
• Work collaboratively with health and safety partners and stakeholders to develop prevention strategies and promote outreach programs
• Lead and/or participate on provincial occupational health and safety program and policy development projects

How do I qualifyOccupational Health and Safety and Mining Sector Knowledge:

• You have experience applying relevant legislation and regulations (e.g. Occupational Health and Safety Act, Trades, Qualification and Apprenticeship Act, Apprenticeship and Certification Act, Regulation for Mines and Mining Plants and Designated Substance Regulations) and applicable codes and standards in the mining sector.
• You know workplace health and safety principles related to safety, work procedures and processes, use of equipment, machinery, tools and devices to identify safety or health hazards related to job performance or exposure to substances which may compromise the health and safety of workers.
• You understand technical, scientific and professional (e.g. engineering knowledge) issues and current mining developments and trends in health and safety in other jurisdictions.

Research and Analytical Skills:

• You have demonstrated research, qualitative/quantitative analyses and synthesis to assess program effectiveness and efficiency.
• You know statistical methods, economic theories, information systems and systems programming to access and interpret data, support research and policy/program development activities.
• You can conduct environmental scans, risk assessments and analyze directions, trends, standards and policies for health and safety within the mining sector to interpret findings and develop options/recommendations to address impacts.

Communication, Consultation and Negotiation Skills:

• You have proven communication, interpersonal and consultation skills to liaise with stakeholders, balance competing interests, and provide information at coroners inquests and court proceedings, deliver presentations and prepare briefing materials and issue notes.
• You have negotiation, conflict-resolution and consensus-building skills to reconcile different positions and persuade clients/stakeholders to adopt alternative response to resolve problems/conflicts.

Policy and Program Development Knowledge:

• You have knowledge of policy and program development principles/techniques and government policy development and approval processes.
• You have knowledge of government planning processes, program performance measures and program effectiveness criteria to enable planning and development of program and mining sector-specific strategies, standards and policies.

Leadership and Project Management Skills:

• You are a proven leader and have experience managing and leading projects including developing terms of reference, timelines and desired outcomes.
• You have experience using computer applications for word processing, spreadsheets. power point and graphics to prepare briefing materials, presentations and correspondence.

Additional Information:Address:

• 1 Permanent, 159 Cedar St, Sudbury, North Region
• 1 Permanent, 159 Cedar St, Sudbury, North Region or 200 First Ave W, North Bay, North Region or 5520 Hwy 101 E, South Porcupine, North Region or 435 James St S, Thunder Bay, North Region or 70 Foster Dr, Sault Ste Marie, North Region or 347 Preston St, Ottawa, East Region or 300 Water St, Peterborough, East Region or 217 York St, London, West Region

Compensation Group: Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of OntarioUnderstanding the job ad - definitionsSchedule: 6Category: Policy and AnalysisPosted on: Monday, January 23, 2023Note:

• Less qualified applicants may be considered on an underfill basis.
• The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.
• N-LB-186719/22

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