Health, Safety & Environment Fall/Winter Co-op student Health, Safety & Environment Fall/Winter Co-op student

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IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Health, Safety & Environment Fall/Winter Co-op student to join our plant in Hamilton, ON.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Site Supervisor and working closely with HSE Specialist, the HSE Co-Op student will assist on Environmental projects, Health & Safety projects, data collection, engineering calculations, corporate programs and other day-to-day HSE tasks. This position will provide excellent exposure to HSE management systems.

Duration: Fall/ Winter Co-op – 4 - 6 months

Location: Onsite – Hamilton and Ingersoll

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and updating technical documents/Manuals: Standard Work Instructions, Equipment Lockout Tag out Procedures, Standard Operating Procedures and Site Policies
• Documenting Risk Assessments: Job Hazard Analyses, Confined Space Hazard Assessments
• Equipment, pipe and valve labeling
• Reviewing and updating Engineering drawings and process flow diagrams
• Assist with 5S Program: labeling, organization, shadow boards preparation, layouts, and taking/posting area pictures
• Provide general support and assistance to the HSE Specialist
• Assist in Annual Health and Safety audits
• Maintain relevant H&S Documents and Records
• Compile Monthly audit Reports and statistics
• Maintain Health and Safety training records and ensure training certifications
• Liaise with plant staff
• Perform other duties as assigned
  

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a university level undergraduate degree program in Occupational Health & Safety or a similar discipline
• Knowledge of OHS and government legislation and codesProactive & dynamic attitude focused on delivering results
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
• Proficiency with all Microsoft Applications (i.e. Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Previous manufacturing experience will be considered an asset
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and able to travel between Hamilton and Ingersoll locations
  

Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee’s sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.