Safety Specialist, Occupational Safety (supporting Facilities Management), Permanent Full-Time (1.0)

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Compensation Pay Range: $49.02-$57.65 Job Description: If you are a current CHEO employee with access to Workday, please apply to this posting via the Workday application as an internal applicant using the Jobs Hub. To successfully apply for this position, please submit your application by 11:59 pm the day before the advertised closing date in the posting to ensure your application is received. Ottawa is built on un-ceded Algonquin Anishinaabe territory. The peoples of the Algonquin Anishinabek Nation have lived on this territory for millennia and we honour them and this land. Their culture and presence have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. CHEO also honours all First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and their valuable past and present contributions to this land. CHEO is one of the few stand-alone, global leaders in pediatric health and is home to more than 6,500 staff, clinicians, scientists and researchers, as well as volunteers - all of whom work together to help children and youth achieve their best lives. Within its own walls and through partnerships with community providers, CHEO has transformed from a 20th century acute care hospital into a 21st century integrated child and youth health system. Ranked in the top 1% of Canadian hospitals for the digitization of its clinical infrastructure, CHEO combines excellence in clinical care, research, and education to advance seamless care that's provided where, when, and how it is needed. CHEO's Research Institute is dedicated to world-class clinical, translational, and basic science research covering a wide range of children's health concerns. CHEO has been named Canada's best health-care employer by Forbes in 2024 , 2025 and 2026 and is ranked second among Canadian hospitals on its list of Canada's Best Employers for multiple consecutive years. For the 14th consecutive year in a row, the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers has recognized CHEO as a top employer in the National Capital Region. Every year CHEO helps more than 500,000 children and youth from Eastern Ontario, western Quebec, Nunavut and Northern Ontario. POSITION SUMMARY Reporting to the Manager, Occupational Safety, the Safety Specialist ensures a safe and healthy work environment by identifying hazards, investigating accidents, researching best practices and developing safety protocols. The Specialist creates and implements safety programs, provides training, and ensures compliance with government health and safety regulations. The Specialist is responsible for conducting audits and assessments, developing safety programs and educational materials, investigating incidents, providing consultation services, and collaborating with management and staff to foster a safety-conscious culture. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Develops, updates, implements, and maintains corporate OHS programs, policies, procedures, and safe work practices in accordance with applicable regulations, industry best practice, and organizational standards. Interprets legislative changes and advises on strategic organizational adoption ensuring effective change management. Facilitates Hazard Risk Assessments and advises and guides teams in the development of Safe Work Procedures. Develops and promotes the use of practical resources and tools that strengthen internal responsibility and support workplace parties in meeting legal requirements and best practices. Creates and implements safety plans (e.g., escort, safe space, etc.) to mitigate risks such as workplace violence, harassment, or domestic violence-related concerns. Conducts comprehensive workplace evaluations to identify potential dangers, conduct risk assessments, and recommend corrective actions. Analyzes accident statistics and leading indicators to identify trends and systemic issues. Leads or participates in cross-functional working groups to identify trends to develop, recommend, and implement action plans that reduce the severity and frequency of workplace incidents and injuries. Responds to and investigates workplace accidents, injuries, and "near-miss" incidents, apply root cause methodology , document findings, and recommend preventative measures. Provides timely guidance and supports to leaders regarding legislative requirements and due diligence responsibilities. Communicates investigation outcomes and follow-up actions with sensitivity and clarity. Ensures compliance with provincial and federal health and safety legislation through inspections, audits, and corrective action follow-up. Acts as the primary liaison with the Ministry of Labour , Immigration, Training, and Skills Development (MLITSD) during field visits by coordinating information requests, providing consultations, supporting investigations, developing and implementing action plans, and ensuring follow‑up, compliance verification, and submission of required documentation related to orders and recommendations. Design, deliver, and evaluate safety education (e.g., hazard spe

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