Lead Safety. Drive Culture. Protect People.
FuzeHR is seeking a dynamic and hands-on Health & Safety Manager to champion and elevate our safety culture across multiple Ontario facilities and project sites. This is not a desk-only role; we’re looking for a true “boots-on-the-ground” leader with deep experience in manufacturing, industrial, or production environments who thrives in fast-paced, operationally complex settings.
In this role, you’ll take ownership of health and safety strategy while rolling up your sleeves to ensure consistent, compliant, and high-performing execution on the ground. You’ll partner closely with site leaders and report to the Director, Health & Safety, playing a critical role in shaping a proactive, zero-compromise safety culture.
What are the Perks
- Competitive Salary up to $120,000 base + performance incentives!
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
- RRSP with Company Match & Profit-Sharing Program
- Generous Paid Time Off (vacation, sick days, volunteer time)
- Wellness Program & Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition Reimbursement for continued learning
- Ongoing employee recognition & development opportunities
What are the Responsibilities
- Lead & Execute Safety Strategy
Drive the rollout and implementation of company-wide health & safety programs across Ontario facilities—ensuring strong adoption, accountability, and performance at the site level.
- Be the Technical Safety Expert
Provide hands-on guidance and expert interpretation of OHSA, WSIB, MOL, and other regulatory requirements—ensuring full compliance across all operations.
- Coach & Influence on the Floor
Mentor Health & Safety Specialists and site teams, delivering practical, real-time coaching that improves safe work practices and builds leadership capability.
- Monitor Performance & Drive Improvement
Track KPIs, analyze trends, and work closely with site leadership to implement corrective actions and continuously improve safety outcomes.
- Audit & Strengthen Systems
Conduct and support internal audits, ensuring Health & Safety Management System (HSMS) effectiveness, compliance, and continuous enhancement.
- Lead Incident Investigations
Take charge of investigations; identifying root causes, ensuring corrective actions are executed, and sharing learnings organization-wide.
- Collaborate Across the Business
Work cross-functionally with operations, contractors, suppliers, and regulatory agencies to ensure safe, coordinated, and compliant site activities.
- Maintain & Evolve Safety Programs
Update policies, procedures, training, and documentation to reflect evolving regulations and operational needs.
- Emergency Preparedness Leadership
Support the development and implementation of emergency response programs and coordinate with local first responders when necessary.
- Report & Influence Leadership Decisions
Deliver monthly/quarterly reporting with actionable insights to senior leadership and the Board.
- Stay Connected to Operations
Travel 25–30% to Ontario sites—building relationships, conducting audits, leading safety conversations, and ensuring boots-on-ground visibility.
What are the Requirements
- 5+ years of hands-on, “boots-on-the-ground” safety leadership in manufacturing, industrial, or production environments
- Strong working knowledge of Ontario safety legislation (OHSA, WSIB, MOL) and proven experience navigating regulatory compliance
- Demonstrated experience working directly with regulatory bodies and inspections
- Proven ability to lead safety initiatives in multi-site operations
- Experience with HSMS implementation, audits, and continuous improvement
- Strong incident investigation and root cause analysis expertise
- Experience in Prime Contractor / CSO roles (considered an asset)
- Degree, diploma, or designation in Occupational Health & Safety or related field
- Certifications such as CRSP, CRST, NCSO/HSO considered strong assets
Technical Skills
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel & Word (data tracking, reporting, analysis)
- Experience using Health & Safety Management Systems (HSMS) software
- Strong ability to interpret legislation and translate requirements into operational practices
Key Competencies
- Strong communicator with the ability to influence at all levels, from shop floor to executive
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple sites and competing priorities
- Analytical thinker with a proactive, problem-solving mindset
- Flexible, collaborative, and committed to continuous safety improvement
- High attention to detail with strong professional integrity and confidentiality
Why Join FuzeHR
For our client, safety is not a checkbox; it’s a core value embedded in everything they do. You’ll be empowered to lead meaningful change, influence critical decisions, and make a real impact on the well-being of teams across multiple sites.
If you’re a hands-on safety leader ready to step into a role where your expertise drives real-world impact, we want to hear from you.
Sound like you Hit the apply button now, or send your resume directly to
[email protected] for immediate consideration.
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