Safety Partner

Job SummaryThe Safety Partner is responsible for the implementation of corporate occupational health, safety and environment (OHSE) objectives and activities that contribute to the achievement of Hydro Ottawa's OHSE goals and strategic priorities. The Safety Partner conducts regular site audits and inspections to ensure compliance with the OHSE programs and regulations, provides consultative and advisory services to support the ongoing implementation of these programs.Major ResponsibilitiesContribute to the development and maintenance of policies, programs, procedures and guidelines and facilitate their implementation at the operational levelConduct regular site inspections to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety regulationsDevelop and deliver OHSE programs and training that complies with all legal training requirements and the planning and implementation of Hydro Ottawa's OHSE goals and priorities, including driver competency assessmentsParticipate in the preparation, conduct and follow-up to internal and external audits of the Hydro Ottawa ISO 14001/ISO 45001 registered OHSE Management SystemParticipate in the preparation, conduct and follow-up of Electrical Safety Authority Regulation 22/04 Electrical Distribution Safety auditsSupport the adoption and use of technology for the tracking of site inspections, investigations and safety equipmentEstablish and maintain membership and/or relationships with OHSE related professional associations, committees and industry partners, and act as a liaison between Hydro Ottawa and these associations and industry partners, as well as external government agencies such as the Ministry of LabourInvestigate, review, evaluate and respond to inquiries from employees, the JHSC, managers, supervisors and external parties regarding the company's occupational health and safety policies, programs and practicesConduct investigations of incidents and near misses, including root cause analysis, to determine underlying factors and implement effective corrective actionsPerform other duties as requiredEducation and ExperiencePost-secondary education in occupational health and safety; OR relevant engineering, technical or construction qualifications/certifications; OR journeyperson level certification in an appropriate trade with a minimum of 5 years relevant experienceWorking knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and related regulationsWorking knowledge of the Electrical Utility Safety Rules, Utility Work Protection Code and generally accepted electrical utility sector safety policies, best practices and standardsExperience in conducting site inspections and audits to proactively identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with OHSE regulations and standardsGeneral knowledge of the fundamentals of OHSE management system structure, implementation and auditingExperience in providing occupational health and safety training for joint health and safety committees, workers and supervisorsStrong computer skills; proficient in the use of office productivity and collaboration tools, preferably Google Workspace; experience using OHSE and HRIS systems considered an assetWork experience directly related to Occupational Health and Safety considered an assetProfessional designation, or the ability to attain designation within five years of the date of hire considered an asset (e.g., Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP), Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) or Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST); knowledge of the utility industry and electricity sector is considered an assetAdditional RequirementsEnglish essential, both oral and written; Bilingual (English/French) considered an assetValid driver's license – Class GSuccessful completion of Driver Competency AssessmentLocationOttawa, ONPay Range Minimum$74,517.10Pay Range Maximum$111,775.67Hybrid Work Model – position specific details will be discussed with successful candidates.Hydro Ottawa is committed to establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are also committed to preventing and removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and we invite you to inform us should you have any accessibility or accommodation needs.Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.Posting End Date: May 1, 2026J-18808-Ljbffr