Position Details:
Current Rate of Pay: Min = $53.15/hr, Max = $61.62/hr
Employment type: Permanent
Hours of work: 35 hrs/week
Work location: Head Office
Division: Human Resources
Business unit: Health & Safety
Travel: Variable - involves site visits across TRCA’s jurisdiction – up to 25%
Existing Vacancy: Yes
About TRCA:
With more than 60 years of experience, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is one of 36 Conservation Authorities in Ontario, created to safeguard and enhance the health and well-being of watershed communities through the protection and restoration of the natural environment and the ecological services the environment provides.
TRCA is considered the provincial leader in conserving, restoring, and managing natural resources to advance safe and sustainable development. Also, TRCA was recently recognized as a Greater Toronto’s Top Employer for 2026 and a Canada’s Greenest Employer for 2026.
To apply to this posting, click on the “Apply” icon. Please submit your resume and cover letter in one file (PDF or Word) and upload using only the ‘Resume’ feature within the application prior to 11:59 pm on July 7, 2026.
How you will contribute as part of the TRCA team:
The Supervisor, Health and Safety manages TRCA’s health and safety program by developing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating TRCA’s Health and Safety Management Program, strategies, policies, and procedures. This position leads a team of two specialists in delivering critical advice, guidance and support to the organization and it’s operational teams spanning multiple sites.
Major Responsibilities:
- Leads the planning, delivery, evaluation and continuous improvement of TRCA’s Health and Safety Management Program ensuring TRCA’s program is legislatively compliant
- Manages, recommends, develops, revises, implements and interprets health and safety practices, policies and procedures
- Leads the annual review of TRCA’s Health and Safety Management System in accordance with COR requirements and provides recommendations for annual health and safety objectives based on findings of the review
- Provides oversight of the development and execution of TRCA’s Job Hazard and Violence Risk Assessments, ensuring all documents remain up to date and in compliance with legislation, and ensuring internal staff involvement and collaboration
- Manages TRCA’s ergonomic program
- Analyses and monitors organizational health and safety statistics and trends in support of health and safety continuous improvement, providing recommendations and strategies to support continuous improvement opportunities
- Leads the development and delivery of TRCA’s health and safety training, ensuring compliance and records are maintained
- Leads the procurement of corporate level safety equipment, training and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), ensuring compliance with legislation and TRCA’s procurement requirements
- Provides support and direction to H&S Specialists to manage all aspects of workplace accidents, incidents, near misses, and work refusals including WSIB case management; implementing practices and procedures to reduce risks and complete trend analysis and reporting
- Provides support and direction to H&S Specialists to initiate and lead the WSIB appeal and reconsideration process
- Provides direction to the various JHSC’s ensuring compliance with legislation, consistency across all committees and proactive health and safety management
- Liaises with external organizations, regulatory bodies, and agencies to remain current on health and safety trends, while establishing professional networks for bench marking and research related to health and safety best practices
What will you need to succeed:
Education (degree/diploma/certifications/licenses)
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in Human Resources, Health & Safety Management or a related discipline
- Valid Ontario Class G2 driver's license
Experience
- 4+ years of progressive experience as a safety professional in a mid to large size organization
- 1+ years of progressive managerial, supervisory or project management experience
- Experience with WSIB claims management and appeal process
Knowledge/Skill/Ability - Competencies
- Expert level knowledge and application of health and safety management practices and principles
- Sound ability to plan and conduct widespread multi-site safety audits and inspections
- Demonstrated practical knowledge developing and facilitating health and safety training programs
- Able to comprehend written documentation and procedural guidelines; skilled in writing clear correspondence (concise, logical, grammatically correct)
- Ability to overcome objections by reasoning persuasively
- Understanding of health and safety management systems for the purposes of managing organization wide health and safety documentation
- Ability to use critical thinking to evaluate problems, gather information, understand causes, and identify the best possible solutions.
- Knowledge of best management practices, and up-to-date knowledge of mitigation and controls, as well as safe work procedures
- Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations, Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and other related legislation and standards
- Proficiency in MS Office suite including online software such as MS teams, WebEx, and SharePoint
What TRCA has to offer you:
As part of a progressive team you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact to preserving and protecting nature, while maintaining a balance between the natural environment and built environment. Working with experts within our field, you will join a team of colleagues that are committed to TRCA’s core values by demonstrating the following behaviours; integrity, collaboration, accountability, respect, and excellence (icare).
You will be part of a diverse and inclusive organization that:
- Makes a positive difference in the communities we serve.
- Fosters high performance and collaborative teams.
- Provides continuous learning and development opportunities.
- Offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits program (including Defined Benefit Pension Plan – OMERS/OTPP).
- Pregnancy & Parental Leave Top-Up Program.
- Provides unique TRCA Perks.
- Provides flexible work arrangements in accordance with organizational policy and operational requirements, with regular office presence required; however, such arrangements are not guaranteed and are subject to approval.
- Offers potential for career growth and advancement.
To apply to this posting, click the "Apply" icon. Please submit your resume and cover letter quoting the stated job posting id prior to posting deadline.
While Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) thanks all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for interviews. Please be advised successful incumbent(s) may be required to undergo a vulnerable sector screening and/or driver's abstract check as a part of the final step in the hiring process.
TRCA is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and TRCA Policies, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation needs known to TRCA. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. Personal information you provide through the TRCA recruitment, selection and onboarding process in collected under the authority of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. C.27. Collection of this personal information is necessary for the proper administration of this recruitment process for employment and volunteer positions with TRCA. Personal information is protected from disclosure pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Any questions regarding this collection activity should be directed to the Manager of Records Information, 5 Shoreham Drive, Toronto. Ontario, M3N 1S4, (437) 880-2308.
