DG / OHS Assistant
Position
DG / OHS Assistant
Location
Thunder Bay
Status
Full Time
Shift
Monday to Friday
Department
Training & Standards
Deadline To Apply
Open until Filled
Job Summary
The Dangerous Goods/Occupational Health and Safety Assistant supports the DG/OHS Coordinator in ensuring compliance with Transport Canada’s Transport of Dangerous Goods Regulations (TDGR) and applicable Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations. This role involves administrative support and hands-on tasks related to dangerous goods and OHS, as well as assisting with various responsibilities under the direction of the Director, Training, Safety, and Compliance.
Duties and Responsibilities
Dangerous Goods
- Organize and file Dangerous Goods (DG) paperwork, collaborating with departments/bases and Northern Agents to ensure completeness.
- Support the DG/OHS Coordinator in keeping the DG program and training materials up to date with current regulations.
- Monitor DG training schedules and ensure all relevant staff are compliant.
- Conduct base visits, including Northern community stops, to ensure adherence to DG rules and processes.
- Act as a liaison with Transport Canada and other regulatory bodies as needed.
- Provide training to enhance understanding of DG regulations and compliance requirements.
- Assist in maintaining the DG program, including Transport Canada DG inspections, dangerous goods policies and procedures, training course development, and internal station audits.
- As experience grows and with DG/OHS Coordinator approval, deliver in-class DG training to staff, and act as a resource for dangerous goods related issues.
- Perform other duties as required.
Occupational Health and Safety
- Participate in and provide administrative support for Company OHS committee meetings, including base committees.
- Ensure base OHS meeting minutes and related information are uploaded to SharePoint.
- Follow up on tasks assigned to bases on OHS committee meetings.
- Complete corrective actions for defects identified during workplace inspections using the “Unsatisfactory Items for Review” Form.
- Verify that all base workplace inspections are completed and filed.
- Assist bases in maintaining OHS safety boards.
- Conduct monthly inspections of fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, first aid kits, etc., and ensure bases complete these tasks. Order supplies as needed.
- Maintain a list of safety equipment at all bases and oversee mandated inspection requirements, liaising with third parties for inspections as needed.
- Visit bases and northern stops to ensure compliance with OHS processes.
- Collaborate with the DG/OHS Coordinator to keep the DG and OHS programs and training up to date with regulations.
- Liaise with regulatory authorities as required.
- Provide training to support understanding of OHS regulations and compliance.
- Work with departments and staff to identify hazards and assist in implementing and operating the Government-mandated risk reduction program (Hazard Prevention Program, HPP).
- Perform other daily duties as required.
As Required by the Training, Safety, and Compliance Department
- Assist in maintaining and updating training records in the company training program.
- Help develop and amend company training programs.
- Support investigations and document organization in the company Safety Management System (SMS) program.
- Assist in audits, audit sampling, and document organization within the Quality Assurance Program.
Skills and Qualifications
Minimum Skills and Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education preferred.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in MS Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
- Strong ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
- High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Professional and tactful interpersonal skills.
Additional Skills and Qualifications Considered an Asset
- Experience with adult education and instructional techniques
- Experience in aviation or cargo
- Certificate, diploma, or degree in Dangerous Goods or a related field is an asset.
- Experience using the Canada Labour Code Part II and Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations
- Experience with Occupational Health and Safety programs or committees
- Knowledge of Oji-Cree or Ojibway
- Familiarity with First Nations Organizations
Working Conditions
- Travel may be required.
- Overtime, weekend, and evening work may be necessary
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift or move up to 20lbs.
- Manual dexterity is required to use desktop computers and peripherals.
Contact
Email resume to careers@wasaya.com