Responsibilities Position Summary: The National Manager, Health and Safety reporting to the Director, Operations Support for Martin Brower Canada, is the safety Subject Matter Expert focused on creating and nurturing a safety culture that is valued by all employees as the way Martin-Brower does business. Leading and supporting these programs, this role’s responsibilities include a broad range of national and regional initiatives. This position is national in scope with accountability at all seven of our Canadian Distribution Centres. The position is a 12-month contract Position Responsibilities may include, but not limited to: + As a strategic advisor, owns the development and execution of the safety system 3-year road map + Proven ability to leverage Data & Analytics to drive improved key performance metrics and insights. Understanding of underlying safety metrics and injury reporting calculations + Identifying industry best practices, change in technology/process or legislation etc. and making recommendations that will positively impact our safety & health culture + A proven track record with management systems such as ISO 45001 & 14001, audit and systems organization + Experience in creating effective digital and hands on employee training programs that address risk, hazards, and ergonomics + Experience with mitigation of job hazards / risk and development of systems to score, evaluate and mitigate job hazards + Providing the expertise and management guidance to support effective investigation, root cause and corrective action as part of our culture + As the Canadian SME, keeping current on all applicable and emerging federal, provincial and local legislation + Ensure the operations follow all Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR), Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) and Good Warehouse Practices (GWP)/Good Drivers Practices (GDP) for transport rules and regulations + Supporting global Martin-Brower initiatives as needed + Other duties as assigned + Other projects or duties as assigned Qualifications Required Skills and Experience: + Five to Seven years of experience, with proven sustainable results in unionized operations, preferably distribution + University degree / College diploma in industry-related field + Thorough knowledge of all provincial regulatory requirements, legislation and regulations - MB operates in all provinces + Strong project and change management skills + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with all levels of employees and management + Strong influencing skills + Integrative and strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving skills + Excellent presentation and analytical skills + High initiative, self-motivation with a strong sense of urgency and leadership qualities + Ability to produce accurate and timely reports + Advanced computer software skills with MS Office suite of programs + Willingness to travel up to 25% for periods of time - Primarily Canada & US + This position must pass a post-offer background Preferred Skills and Experience: + Recognized Safety Certification + Experience or exposure to continuous improvement processes – “Lean”, Six Sigma, etc. + Interacting with government agencies to resolve issues or access resources + Familiarity with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 + Bilingual – English and French Physical Demands and Work Environment:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Due to the nature of our business in regard to such things as delivery schedules, order inputs, selection, and Department of Transportation Hours of Service, overtime, attendance and punctuality are essential job functions. Should an individual in this classification not be able to adhere to this requirement due to a disability, they should contact their Human Resources department to see what, if any, reasonable accommodation may be made. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Drug Free Workplace.