Safety Manager
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The expected base salary range for this position is $117,000 to $156,000 per year. · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- The expected base salary range for this position is $117,000 to $156,000 per year.
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- Minimum 7-10 years experience in a senior occupational health and safety role, preferably in manufacturing or industrial settings.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Safety Manager
Our Safety Manager works closely with operations to make sure work is done safely, every day. This role provides trusted leadership, strengthens safety culture, and champions practical, people-focused solutions across the organization. It’s an opportunity to make a real impact in a values-driven, future-focused company. If this sounds like something you're interested in, apply now to become part of our team!
We’re looking for a Safety Manager to partner with our mills, woodlands, and operational teams across the organization. This role can be based out of any location we have an office or operating facility. Strong relationships are built on‑site, and this role involves up to 70% travel, depending on which Tolko office you call home.
Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:
- Minimum 7-10 years experience in a senior occupational health and safety role, preferably in manufacturing or industrial settings.
- Proven experience collaborating across multiple sites to influence real, on‑the‑ground change.
- Professional certification in Occupational Health and Safety (such as CRSP, CSP, or equivalent) preferred.
- Strong understanding of Canadian and U.S. occupational health and safety regulations and compliance requirements.
- Demonstrated ability to influence and partner with operational leaders to embed safety into daily decision‑making.
- Strong business acumen and curiosity to understand operations, risks, and production realities – using that insight to proactively drive safer outcomes.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to front‑line teams, operational leaders, and executive leadership.
- Track record of developing, implementing, and auditing safety programs and policies.
- Experience in training program development and delivery.
- Analytical thinker with strong problem‑solving and report‑writing skills.
- Capacity to manage sensitive and confidential information with integrity and discretion.
We value diversity at Tolko and know that experience and knowledge come in many forms. Even if you don’t have all the qualifications above, please apply. We would love to hear your story and have you grow with us.
In this role, you will:
- Act as a strategic partner to operations and leaders on all occupational health and safety matters.
- Provide leadership and guidance to Safety and Asset Protection Advisors (Canada) and Safety Managers (U.S.).
- Lead regulatory compliance initiatives across all Tolko operating jurisdictions.
- Drive implementation and continuous improvement of Tolko’s safety standards, with a strong focus on leadership behaviours and safety culture.
- Partner with Woodlands Managers to develop and sustain effective contractor safety programs.
- Coach and influence leaders at all levels to strengthen safety accountability and consistency.
- Lead development and delivery of occupational health and safety and safety leadership training.
- Oversee our Claims Management Program to support injured employees and minimize disruptions.
- Develop and execute internal and external audit programs to measure compliance and program effectiveness.
- Report on safety performance, inspections, regulatory changes, and emerging issues to leadership, the Board, and external stakeholders.
So, what’s in it for you?
- You’ll take on an exciting new challenge with supportive team members.
- You’ll earn a competitive salary based on your skills and experience. The expected base salary range for this position is $117,000 to $156,000 per year.
- You’ll be eligible for excellent benefits, so you don’t have to choose between your bottom line and your wellbeing or your future.
- You will be eligible to participate in Tolko’s bonus program.
- You may also be eligible for relocation support including community connections so you can live (and play) where you work.
- You’ll be supported in continued development through on-the-job and classroom training and reimbursement of tuition and membership fees.
- You’ll be part of a positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment.
If you want to work in a sustainable, future focused industry, there is no better place than Tolko. Our family has been producing innovative forest products for over 65 years. Our focus remains on sustainably managing our forests and our business for upcoming generations.
We want YOU to join our family. Come Grow Here! Apply today at www.tolko.com/careers.
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More about this job
Responsibilities
The Safety Manager acts as a strategic partner to operations, providing leadership and guidance to safety teams across multiple jurisdictions. They are responsible for driving regulatory compliance, implementing safety standards, and coaching leaders to foster a strong safety culture.
Requirements
Candidates must have 7-10 years of experience in a senior occupational health and safety role, preferably within manufacturing or industrial settings. A professional certification such as CRSP or CSP is preferred, along with a strong understanding of Canadian and U.S. safety regulations.
Skills
- Occupational health and safety
- Regulatory compliance
- Leadership
- Safety culture
- Risk management
- Communication
- Training program development
- Auditing
- Claims management
- Problem-solving
- Report-writing
- Strategic planning
- Contractor safety
- Business acumen
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Bonus program
- Relocation support
- Tuition reimbursement
- Membership fee reimbursement
- Health benefits
Visa sponsorship
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Hiring contact
Darren Gillespie
Hiring contact email
Darren.Gillespie@tolko.com
Categories
- Security & Safety
- Management & Leadership
- Manufacturing
- Environmental & Sustainability
Keywords
- Safety Manager
- Occupational Health and Safety
- CRSP
- CSP
- Regulatory Compliance
- Manufacturing
- Industrial
- Safety Culture
- Risk Assessment
- Claims Management
- Audit Programs
- Training Development
- Strategic Leadership
- Contractor Safety
- Operational Safety
- Safety Standards
- Forest Products
- Safety Accountability