Health and Safety Coordinator

The Hamilton Conservation Authority has a full-time employment opportunity for a

Reporting to the Director, Human Resources and Wellness Services, the Health and Safety Coordinator is responsible for leading the planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Hamilton Conservation Authority’s corporate health and safety program in compliance with applicable legislation, regulations, and standards.

This role promotes a strong safety culture across the organization by fostering safe work practices through communication, training, development of safe work procedures, and the provision of health and safety resources. The Health and Safety Coordinator administers and monitors the health and safety program with the objective of minimizing workplace incidents and injuries.

The position provides expert guidance to supervisors and staff on legislative requirements and safe work practices, supports the Joint Health and Safety Committee, and collaborates closely with the Human Resources team on wellness initiatives and WSIB claims management support.

Responsibilities

Health and Safety Program Leadership

Develop, implement, and maintain the corporate occupational health and safety program.
Create, update, and oversee safe work procedures and safety programs.
Provide practical guidance on the Occupational Health and Safety Act and applicable regulations to ensure compliance.
Monitor legislative and regulatory changes and implement required updates.
Conduct safety audits, hazard assessments, and risk analyses; recommend and monitor corrective actions.
Maintain the Hazard Management Program and Hazard Risk Registry.
Liaise with internal teams, regulatory bodies, and external partners to support best practices.

Training and Awareness

Coordinate and document health and safety training and orientation records.
Assess training needs and deliver or coordinate safety training programs.
Evaluate training effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.

Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC)

Actively participate as a member of the JHSC, providing technical advice and resources.
Support workplace inspections, committee meetings, and compliance activities.

Incident and Injury Management & WSIB Support

Coordinate accident and near-miss investigations and track corrective actions.
Support WSIB claims management, administer the return-to-work program and Health and Safety Excellence Program participation.
Work with regulatory and government officials in response to orders or critical injuries and ensure accurate reporting and documentation.
Track and report health and safety data, injury statistics and trends.

Additional Responsibilities

Support corporate wellness initiatives in collaboration with Human Resources.
Coordinate health and safety equipment and resources.
Lead or support special projects related to health, safety, and wellness.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and experience you will need to have:

College diploma or university degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Human Resources, Disability Management, or a related field.
Joint Health and Safety Committee Certification.
A minimum of 3 years of experience in an occupational health and safety role, including developing written programs, conducting audits, delivering training, and maintaining accurate records.
Strong working knowledge of Ontario health and safety legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act and applicable regulations.
Proven ability to assess risk, conduct investigations, and implement corrective and preventative actions.
Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
Experience delivering training and presenting to small and large groups.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Valid driver’s licence and ability to travel to various work locations as required.

And even better if…

You hold a Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) or Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST) designation.
You have experience with WSIB claims management and the WSIB Health and Safety Excellence Program.
You have worked in a municipal, conservation authority, or public-sector environment.
You bring 5 plus years of progressive experience managing health and safety programs.
You have experience supporting HR functions or employee wellness initiatives.
You have working knowledge of the Employment Standards Act and Human Rights Code.

You will be a great fit for this role if you have:

A collaborative, solutions-focused approach to health and safety.
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to use data, metrics, and trend analysis to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement.
The confidence to provide practical advice and influence safe work practices.
Experience tracking, analyzing, and reporting on health and safety data, incidents, and program performance to support compliance and accountability.
A proactive mindset with a focus on prevention, early intervention, and continuous improvement.
The ability to balance legislative compliance with operational realities.
A genuine passion for creating safe, healthy, and supportive workplaces.

Working Conditions

The position is based at the Hamilton Conservation Authority main office (Woodend) located at 838 Mineral Spring Road, Ancaster. This is a full-time position working 37.5 hours per week (7.5 hours per day). Occasional evening and weekend work is required to support operations within our Conservation Areas. Regular travel throughout the watershed is part of this role, including visits to work sites.

Salary

The position offers a salary range of $65,854 to $76,342 commensurate with experience and education. Yearly cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) and merit increases may also be considered.

Benefits

This position is eligible for benefits as outlined in HCA’s Employee Handbook as it pertains to a full-time position. Most benefits become effective after the 3-month probation period (health, dental, disability insurances and life insurance); however, the defined contribution pension plan requires one year of service.

Application Process

Interested applicants, please submit your cover letter and resume in PDF or MS Word format via email, quoting the job title in the email subject line, by 4 PM, on Friday, February 13, 2026 to: jobs@conservationhamilton.ca

Although we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process; applicants are asked to inform Human Resources for any disability required accommodations in advance.

Hamilton Conservation Authority and its third-party partners may use AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants during the hiring process. Please note that currently our recruitment cycle does not use AI nor is it part of our current recommended recruitment process.