JOB TITLE: Health & Safety Consultant

POSITION OPENINGS: 1 (existing position) STATUS: Contract, Full Time (12 Months) LOCATION: Home Office Based (Candidates are required to reside in the South West Region, Ontario (includes Hamilton, Niagara, Halton, Cambridge and Kitchener-Waterloo), maintain a private and safe workspace, and have a high-quality internet connection.) TRAVEL REQUIREMENT: This position requires travel up to 60% of the time to meet with clients, attend conferences and support various business operations. Travel may include overnight stays depending on project needs and business demands.

HOURS OF WORK: 35 hours/week

GRADE: Grade 7 The hiring range for this position ranges from $76,503 to $90,848, with the opportunity to grow within the broader salary range of $90,848 to $114,755 as you advance in your role.

Role

Reporting to the Consulting Services Manager, the Health & Safety Consultant role is responsible for providing health & safety services and solutions (both virtually and in person) to clients. The Consultant works within a team to ensure annual goals and objectives associated with the WSPS Strategy are accomplished. The core accountability for the Consultant is ensuring high quality services are provided to clients, on time and within budget, resulting in high clients satisfaction in the assigned territory.

Key Responsibilities

Note: Percentages refer to approximate % of time spent on each area, over the course of a given year.

Deliver Solutions to Clients/Conduct Billable Services to Clients (60%)

Collaborates with Account Managers (AM) & Senior Account Managers (SAM) to ensure projects are effectively executed, meeting identified client needs and ensuring a high degree of clients satisfaction and retention Accountable for the delivery of solutions (both in person and virtually) to clients maintaining quality standards, project timelines and budget Stays in constant communication with the AM & SAM to ensure a successful implementation of the project Support the Health and Safety Excellence program, as directed Promotes the benefits of implementing health and safety initiatives while working at clients sites and/or virtually, actively looking for opportunities to expand the service offering to the clients. Communicates the identified opportunities to AM/SAM for follow-up with the clients Utilizes established internal delivery processes to support the client with the implementation of health and safety solutions based on clients business needs and existing organizational processes and structure Assess client needs and work diplomatically within political framework of unionized and non -unionized workplaces and liaise with various stakeholders (e.g. MLITSD, senior management, supervisors, workers, contractors) to assist clients in complying with legislations, standards and best practices Proactively responds to clients information requests promptly and accurately, acting as a resource or gateway for information and service Updates clients plans with new clients information on a regular basis Provides on-site and public training and facilitation services to clients to increase workplace health and safety awareness, using established WSPS training standards and materials Provides gap assessment, audit, hazard risk assessments and program development support to clients

Relationship Building (20%)

Nurtures, develops and maintains relationships with assigned clients while delivering services Promotes WSPS at key events/speaking engagements and trade shows and effectively serves as a “brand” ambassador in the market Meets regularly with Consulting Services Manager, AM/or SAM to review clients plans and ensure the successful planning, implementation and delivery of seamless high quality clients solutions Follows up regularly with clients to ensure ongoing satisfaction Internally acts a Subject Matter Expert (SME) as assigned to projects or teams and provides current health & safety expertise and advice on all WSPS solution offerings including products, services and programs, as assigned

Internal Transition Support and Administration (20%)

Executes delivery of clients solutions as per agreement/contract Identifies and flags potential project risks and proactively identifies solutions to mitigate risks Informs and enlists support from Consulting Services Manager when appropriate Leverage internal resources such as Technical Consulting team and hygiene peers to provide clients service as needed. Follows Consulting Standards in relation to deliverables using approved templates. Maintains records of all activities on the Client Relationship Management (CRM) system on a regular basis and submits reports as required. Utilizes internal processes and tools regularly including: CRM, Microsoft outlook calendar, Business Portal, etc. Responds to internal and external inquiries to meet organizational service standards Provides input on continuous improvement of WSPS’ services Applies time and priority management techniques to effectively address administrative demands (reports, e-mail, weekly time sheets, monthly expenses, organizational initiatives) Maintains home office files, materials, equipment, and office environment Ensures the proper and secure storage of information and documentation. Tracks metrics for assigned accounts (e.g. clients progression, cycle time, clients satisfaction) Keeps abreast of H&S knowledge and best practices related to the sectors and industries we serve. Communicates potential new opportunities including new products and services for clients, to the manager Other duties as assigned

Contributes to a healthy and safe work environment (at all times)

Complies with all Health and Safety policies, procedures and company rules established in WSPS Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS).

Contributes to promoting a healthy, safe, and respectful culture

Complies with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations

Skills and Experience

Minimum: Certificate or Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety or related discipline from a Community College and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Current Health and Safety Designation such as Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) or Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST) Designation or working toward designation 3-5 years related industry experience Knowledge of Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations, including technical standards Knowledge of Canada Labour Code Part II and regulations Knowledge of Adult learning principles Facilitation/Instruction skills in various settings and levels of employees/management Ability to work in a team environment/collaboration Excellent oral and written communications skills in English Experience in virtual training using Microsoft Team Platform Computer skills

Preferred

Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Kinesiology, Human Kinetics or a Certificate/Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety with equivalent experience Experience working with the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario and knowledge of Canada Labour Code Part II 5+ years of relevant experience in the field of Health & Safety Bilingual (French) an asset

Additional Requirements

Candidates are required to reside in the South West Region, Ontario (includes Hamilton, Niagara, Halton, Cambridge and Kitchener-Waterloo), maintain a private and safe workspace, and have a high-quality internet connection.

Valid Driver’s License

Access to a vehicle that meets minimum MTO safety standards and ability to travel Business level auto insurance coverage Provide an original criminal background check at your own expense prior to commencing work with WSPS. The criminal record check document must have been issued no more than 30 days prior to first day of employment. To support success in building connections, inclusion and collaboration, a minimum level of in person presence for the purposes of meetings is required for all team members as of July 2026: Divisional Meetings on a quarterly basis. Team Meetings on a monthly basis. All client-facing and external stakeholder (such as the Ministry) meetings will be held in the format preferred by the client or stakeholder, whether in person or virtual. An all-employee meeting (Staff Days or equivalent) will be organized annually. All employees are required to attend the annual meeting in person. SLT and others involved in Board of Director meetings and/or committee work may be required to attend meetings in person from time to time, as needed.

Application Information

Deadline for Application: Friday, July 24, 2026 by 4:00pm eastern time

To Apply: Visit our Employment Opportunities page and click Start Application to apply!

Please note, all applicants must apply through our Applicant Tracking System

Feel like you have some of the requirements but not all? We welcome applications from all candidates including those whose knowledge, skills and experiences have been developed through alternative pathways from the requirements listed.

We believe that diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives make us stronger. Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS) is committed to being an equal opportunity employer, creating an inclusive work environment and encouraging employees to be their most authentic self. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS) will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.

WSPS may use AI to support parts of the recruitment process, while all hiring decisions remain with the hiring team.

We thank all those that apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.