About Us
Founded in 1982, TEAM Group is a privately-owned Canadian company providing a wide range of manufacturing and production support services across North America. Specializing in industrial cleaning, facilities maintenance, trades, and shutdown services, we are recognized for our expertise in cleanroom-controlled environments. With a strong focus on quality, safety, and teamwork, we foster lasting relationships with both our employees and clients, ensuring efficient and reliable solutions tailored to meet diverse industry needs.
Our commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and employee development has recently earned TEAM Group recognition as a 2026 winner of Canada's Best Managed Companies!
We are currently seeking a qualified Health and Safety Coordinator to support our divisions in the Oshawa, ON area.
About the Role
Reporting to the Health and Safety Specialist, the Health and Safety Coordinator will be responsible for enforcing a culture of safety at the GM Oshawa Assembly Plant. While maintaining and improving the overall health and safety standards, the ideal candidate will be a self-starter and problem solver that will provide training, routine inspections, auditing, and participation in investigative practices within a general industrial setting.
This position requires a willingness to occasionally work different days and shifts based on business needs.
We Offer
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Opportunities for career growth;
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Competitive salary;
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Comprehensive medical and dental benefits package;
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RRSP program eligibility after 1-year of continuous employment;
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Company events;
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On-site parking.
Schedule
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Monday to Friday, flex-time;
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Weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.
Compensation
Responsibilities
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Maintain a visible and active presence on the production floor, promoting a culture of safety and regulatory compliance.
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Conduct routine workplace inspections, hazard assessments, behavioural observations, and safety audits to identify and mitigate workplace risks.
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Investigate workplace incidents, injuries, near misses, property damage events, and safety concerns, utilizing root cause analysis to determine corrective and preventive actions.
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Partner with supervisors, managers, Joint Health and Safety Committee members, and employees to identify safety concerns and develop practical solutions.
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Monitor the completion and effectiveness of corrective actions resulting from inspections, audits, investigations, and customer findings.
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Facilitate and participate in Joint Health and Safety Committee activities, workplace inspections, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
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Deliver safety orientations, toolbox talks, and training programs to employees and management.
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Maintain accurate health and safety records, documentation, training records, incident files, and compliance-related reports.
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Support WSIB claims management, return-to-work programs, and workplace accommodation processes as required.
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Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), applicable regulations, customer requirements, and company policies.
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Provide coaching and guidance to supervisors and employees on safe work practices, hazard recognition, and regulatory requirements.
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Assist with the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of safety programs, procedures, and training materials.
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Participate in customer audits and support site leadership in addressing safety-related concerns.
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Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
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Minimum 5 years of health and safety experience in an industrial, manufacturing, automotive, facility services, or similar environment.
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Post-secondary education in Occupational Health and Safety or a related discipline preferred.
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Demonstrated experience conducting workplace inspections, incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action management.
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Experience working in a unionized environment and building effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and union representatives.
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Experience administering WSIB claims, return-to-work programs, and workplace injury management.
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Strong working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and applicable regulations.
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Train-the-Trainer certification or experience delivering Forklift, Scissor Lift (MEWP), and Working at Heights training preferred.
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First Aid and CPR certification preferred.
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Experience facilitating safety meetings, toolbox talks, and employee training programs.
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Strong organizational, communication, conflict resolution, and relationship-building skills.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and safety management systems.
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Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and influence positive safety behaviours throughout the workplace.
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Ability to work flexible hours as required to support multiple shifts.
TEAM Group is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment where all employees feel valued and respected, and where every employee can realize their potential. TEAM Group is an equal opportunity employer; as such, accommodation is available to applicants that may require it. Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to contact Human Resources at [email protected] to discuss requirements.
We appreciate all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
