Health and Safety Manager
- Reference Number
- SD317151423
- Date Posted
- 01/07/2026
- Province
- Ontario
- City
- Cornwall
- Job Type
- Permanent
- Salary Range
- $100 000 - $120 000 /yr
Health & Safety Manager
Location: Cornwall, Ontario (On-site)
Work Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: $100,000 – $120,000 per year (based on experience)
Vacancy: Existing Vacancy
Work Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: $100,000 – $120,000 per year (based on experience)
Vacancy: Existing Vacancy
We are currently recruiting a Health & Safety Manager to join a leading Canadian manufacturing organization with operations in Ontario and Quebec. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Operations, this position plays a critical leadership role in driving health and safety excellence, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a proactive safety culture across multiple facilities.
What You'll Do
- Lead health and safety compliance activities for facilities located in Cornwall, Ontario and Lachine, Quebec
- Monitor legislative and regulatory changes and provide guidance on operational impacts
- Lead and support Industrial Hygiene Monitoring, Hazard Communication, Radiation Safety, Incident Investigations, and related programs
- Develop and implement strategies to reduce workplace injuries and improve safety performance
- Serve as the management representative on Joint Health and Safety Committees (JHSC)
- Develop, review, and maintain corporate health and safety policies and procedures
- Support the implementation of organization-wide safety initiatives and best practices
- Coordinate safety training and compliance programs, including WHMIS, First Aid, Fire Safety, Fall Protection, and Lockout/Tagout
- Provide health and safety reporting, analysis, and recommendations to senior leadership
- Liaise with regulatory agencies including the Ministry of Labour, WSIB, OSHA, and HSE
- Coordinate facility audits, establish audit standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Analyze incident trends and develop corrective action plans to reduce risk exposure
- Coach and mentor supervisors and employees on health and safety best practices
- Lead WSIB claims management, including appeals and return-to-work processes
- Promote a culture of safety and ensure adherence to all organizational health and safety standards
What You Bring
- Bachelor's Degree preferred, ideally in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field
- CRSP (Canadian Registered Safety Professional) and/or CHSC (Certified Health and Safety Consultant) designation
- Expert knowledge of Canadian occupational health and safety legislation and programs
- Knowledge of Quebec health and safety legislation is considered a strong asset
- Minimum 10 years of progressive health and safety leadership experience
- Manufacturing and unionized environment experience preferred
- Strong communication, facilitation, coaching, and presentation skills
- Proven ability to design, implement, and improve health and safety programs
- Strong analytical and strategic problem-solving capabilities
- Experience managing WSIB claims and appeals
- Ability to influence leaders and employees at all levels of the organization
Benefits & Environment
- Comprehensive compensation package
- Paid vacation and company-wide holiday shutdown
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
- Opportunity to influence safety strategy across multiple Canadian locations
- Collaborative leadership team and supportive corporate culture
- Meaningful work that directly impacts employee well-being and organizational success
If this Health & Safety Manager opportunity sounds right for you, apply today.
Since 1951, Drake International has connected people with meaningful work across Canada and globally. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment process. For accommodation requests, contact your Drake representative at 613-938-4777.
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