Your Opportunity:

The Workplace Health & Safety Advisor in the Workplace Health & Safety department is a professional position reporting to the Manager, WHS Business Partnerships. The incumbent works with a high degree of independence and in concert with the Manager to plan and implement Occupational Safety programs and processes. The incumbent will develop and manage various initiatives and/or programs and provide ongoing client support between individuals, departments, sites and operational program groups. The incumbent will provide leadership to their portfolio to develop a strategy for the coordination and delivery of educational tools/resources and leads the implementation of assigned projects and programs aimed at promoting and enhancing the health, safety and wellness of AHS staff. The incumbent will interpret client needs, assess requirements and identify solutions to non-standard issues and requests. The incumbent works to ensure Alberta Health Services values, goals and principles are implemented and integrated in the delivery of services to client groups as well as compliance with applicable legislation. The incumbent is also responsible for: Delivering programs and services to staff and managers to meet their needs, e.g., occupational hygiene and safety mentoring, and consultation when required. Identifying potential hazards and communicating the associated risks, as appropriate to ensure the health and safety of all concerned. Supporting operational leaders in responding to situations that arise, including those that require immediate attention and/or expertise. Providing input into the needs of staff and managers for health promotion, safety, hygiene, ergonomic and disease/injury prevention programs. Educating and training of staff in WHS regulations, policies and programs. Acting as an expert resource to various stakeholders.

Description:

We are looking for a Workplace Health & Safety Advisor to join the Workplace Health & Safety Business Partnerships team for a one year temporary position. This is a professional position reporting to the Manager, WHS Business Partnerships. The incumbent works with a high degree of independence and in concert with the team to plan and implement Occupational Safety programs and processes. The incumbent develops and manages various initiatives and/or programs and provides ongoing client support between individuals, departments, sites and programs. The incumbent will provide leadership to develop a strategy for the coordination and delivery of educational tools/resources and leads the implementation of assigned projects and programs aimed at protecting and enhancing the health, safety and wellness of AHS staff. The incumbent will interpret client needs, assess requirements and identify solutions to non-standard issues and requests. Furthermore, this position works to ensure Alberta Health Services values, goals and principles are implemented and integrated in the delivery of services to client groups.