Company Description Tempel, a Worthington Steel Company, is a leading manufacturer of high-precision magnetic steel laminations used in automotive applications, motors, generators, transformers, and other advanced technologies. With more than 75 years of experience, the company has built a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and reliability in the global steel and electrical components markets. Tempel focuses on precision engineering and manufacturing excellence to support customers in performance-critical industries. Team members benefit from working in a stable, growth-oriented environment with opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge industrial solutions.
Job Title: Environmental Health & Safety Administrator
Reporting To: Environmental Health & Safety Manager
Job Status: Full Time
Hours: 40 hours per week
Location: Burlington
Job Summary
The Health & Safety Administrator is responsible for supporting and promoting a safe, compliant, and productive work environment through the administration, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organization's health and safety programs. This role plays a key role in workplace injury management, WSIB administration, and return-to-work coordination while ensuring compliance with applicable legislation and company policies. The Health & Safety Administrator works closely with employees, supervisors, healthcare providers, and regulatory agencies to foster a strong safety culture and support operational objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Health & Safety Administration
- Coordinate and facilitate new employee health and safety orientation and onboarding programs.
- Maintain and update employee health and safety training records within the company database.
- Identify training requirements and coordinate health and safety training programs under the direction of management.
- Ensure compliance with the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and related regulations.
- Maintain health and safety communication boards and ensure required postings are current and compliant.
- Coordinate Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) meetings, inspections, and follow-up activities.
- Maintain Safety Data Sheet (SDS) binders and ensure information remains current and accessible.
Incident Management & Compliance
- Assist with investigations of workplace incidents, accidents, and near-misses to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions.
- Maintain accurate incident records and prepare reports for management.
- Conduct workplace risk assessments, safety audits, and inspections.
- Monitor corrective actions to ensure timely completion and effectiveness.
- Support special health and safety projects, including machine risk assessments, Job Task Analyses (JTA), and Physical Demands Analyses (PDA).
WSIB & Return-to-Work Administration
- Complete and submit WSIB Form 7 documentation and related claim paperwork.
- Manage WSIB claims from initial reporting through claim resolution.
- Coordinate workplace injury management and modified work programs.
- Work with Human Resources on non workplace injuries management and modified work programs.
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized return-to-work plans in collaboration with employees, supervisors, healthcare providers, and WSIB representatives.
- Identify suitable modified duties that accommodate medical restrictions while meeting operational requirements.
- Monitor WSIB metrics, claim costs, lost-time injuries, and return-to-work outcomes, providing regular reports and recommendations.
Committee Participation & Continuous Improvement
- Actively participate as a member of the Joint Health and Safety Committee.
- Coordinate committee meetings, inspections, minutes, and action items.
- Promote employee awareness and engagement in health and safety initiatives.
- Support continuous improvement efforts to strengthen workplace safety performance and compliance.
General Duties
- Provide administrative support related to health and safety programs and initiatives.
- Maintain accurate and confidential records and documentation.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
- Primarily an on-site position.
Qualifications
Education & Certifications
- Occupational Health & Safety Certificate, Diploma, or Undergraduate Degree with a concentration in Health and Safety.
- Valid CPR and First Aid Certification.
- Certified Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) Representative preferred.
Experience
- Two to four years of health and safety experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience administering WSIB claims and return-to-work programs is considered an asset.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of Ontario Occupational Health and Safety legislation and workplace safety best practices.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to build positive working relationships with employees, management, healthcare providers, and regulatory agencies.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Working Conditions
- Primarily office-based within a manufacturing environment.
- Regular interaction with production, warehouse, and office personnel.
- Participation in plant inspections, audits, and incident investigations.
