Health And Safety Specialist at Actalent — NeverHard

Job DescriptionJob Description Health & Safety Specialist Build a safer workplace. Shape a stronger culture. Grow your career. Why This Role Matters If you’re passionate about protecting people, solving problems, and elevating workplace culture, this role puts you right where you can make the biggest impact. As a Health & Safety Specialist , you’ll be the driving force behind safer operations, smarter risk management, and a more empowered workforce. You won’t just enforce rules—you’ll influence behaviors, lead change, and help create an environment where every employee feels supported and protected. This is a role for someone who wants to be seen, heard, and valued as a safety leader. What You’ll Lead Safety Program Leadership — Conduct audits, lead investigations, and implement meaningful corrective actions. Risk Assessment Excellence — Identify hazards, evaluate risks, and apply the Hierarchy of Controls to drive real improvements. Training & Engagement — Deliver training that resonates, motivates, and builds a proactive safety culture. Cross‑Functional Partnership — Work closely with associates and leadership to embed safety into daily operations. Emergency Response Support — Assist with onsite emergencies and ensure preparedness across the facility. This is a hands‑on, high‑visibility role where your influence will be felt daily. What You Bring Must‑Haves Strong knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations Experience conducting risk assessments Understanding of the Hierarchy of Controls High school diploma or equivalent 1+ year in an EHS‑related role or a relevant Bachelor’s degree Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information Nice‑to‑Haves Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related field Experience leading teams or safety initiatives First Aid/CPR/AED certification Experience with workers’ compensation case management Strong communication, coaching, and analytical skills Physical & Environmental Expectations Lift up to 49 lbs; frequent bending, reaching, pushing, pulling Stand/walk for up to 12 hours Work in variable temperatures, noise levels, and outdoor conditions Regular stair climbing Flexible schedule including nights and weekends First Aid/CPR/AED certification required within 3 weeks of start Work Environment Location: Barrhaven, ON (Sortation Facility) Schedules: Sun–Wed, 7 PM–5 AM Wed–Sat, 7 PM–5 AM Occasional overtime; potential for holiday work What’s In It for You Opportunity for contract extension or permanent conversion A role with real purpose and visible impact A collaborative environment where safety is a shared mission Growth potential in a high‑demand field Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Ottawa, ON. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $29.92/hr. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Ottawa,ON. À propos d'Actalent Actalent est un chef de file mondial des services d’ingénierie et de sciences et des solutions de talents. Nous aidons les entreprises visionnaires à faire progresser leurs initiatives en matière d’ingénierie et de science en leur donnant accès à des experts spécialisés qui favorisent la mise à l’échelle, l’innovation et la mise en marché rapide. Avec un réseau de près de 30000consultants et plus de 4500clients aux États-Unis, au Canada, en Asie et en Europe, Actalent est au service d’un grand nombre d’entreprises du classement Fortune 500. Actalent est un employeur souscrivant au principe de l’égalité des chances et accepte toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, des origines nationales, du statut d’ancien combattant, d’un handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité sexuelle, des renseignements génétiques ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi. Si vous souhaitez faire une demande d’accommodement raisonnable, tel que la modification ou l’ajustement du processus de demande d’emploi ou d’entrevue à cause d’un handicap, veuillez envoyer un courriel à actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com pour connaître d’autres options d’accommodement. Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco: Conformément à l’Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels. Utilisation de l’intelligence artificielle (IA): Nous pouvons utiliser l’intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d’embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l’évaluation des candidatures. L’IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l’aide d’outils d’IA. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.