Safety Coordinator

Position Title: 

Safety Coordinator

Grande Prairie, AB

Category/Shift:

Salaried Full-Time

Pay Rate:

$84,900 – $113,200

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Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.

Physical Location:

Grande Prairie Pulp Mill

53024A Resources Road

County of Grande Prairie No.1

Directions: Travel 12 kms south of Grande Prairie on Resources Road.

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The Job You Will Perform:

The Safety Coordinator is responsible for supporting the EHS department in the administration and implementation of mill safety procedures. The Safey Coordinator will develop and implement systems that effectively identify, evaluate, control and/or eliminate occupational hazards in an effort to prevent employee injuries and illnesses.

• Provide daily focus and engagement in safety with the departments’ employees.

• Be an active member of the emergency response team.
• Conduct routine safety engagement with employees and observe processes in all areas of the mill.
• Track, drive, communicate and support department execution of safety programs, safety improvements, and safety leading indicators.
• Support and facilitate the development and implementation of systems to effectively identify, evaluate, control or eliminate occupational hazards.
• Lead department safety meetings as needed to include, material preparation, monitor meeting attendance and capture meeting meetings. Be prepared to conduct additional ad hoc meetings when necessary.
• Participate in the investigation of safety incidents in a lead or support role. Provide timely and accurate reporting to all information requests related to incident investigations.
• Conduct routine inspections of safety equipment in the department areas and throughout the mill.
• Prepare and deliver safety training for new and existing employees as required and directed.
• Conduct spot audits or mill wide audits of existing safety systems for compliance and report the findings for continuous improvement.
• Facilitate department and mill-wide safety initiatives and recognition celebrations.
• Manage and communicate change in the implementation of new or updated procedures or programs.
• Participate in the EHS team weekend on-call rotation (approximately once every 8 weeks).
• Perform other duties specifically related to health and safety, as agreed upon by both the EHS department and the respective Business Unit Managers.

The Skills You Will Bring:

• NCSO, CRSP, or appropriate combination of post-secondary training in health and safety, emergency response and experience considered an asset.
• Prefer 3+ years’ experience in a manufacturing facility
• Ability to quickly develop expertise of applicable mill, corporate and provincial standards related to health and safety.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Demonstrated experience working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential.
• Demonstrated commitment to the mill and department objectives
• Ability to work extended hours as required, such as in preparation for and during annual or equipment outages.
• Ability to engage with key stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Action Oriented, Customer Focus, Interpersonal Skills, Time Management Skills, Approachable, Functional / technical skills

About Global Cellulose Fibers (GCF):

Our GCF business helps customers transform renewable cellulose fibers into essential everyday products. Our safe, high-quality pulp forms the basis for a wide range of applications like towel and tissue products, diapers, feminine care, incontinence and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. In addition, our specialty pulp serves as a sustainable raw material used in construction materials, paints, coatings and more. GCF generated $2.8B in revenue in 2024 and has 3,300 employees globally, with nine manufacturing facilities and eight regional offices. Additional information can be found by visiting globalcellulosefibers.com. 

Why GCF:

Global Cellulose Fibers promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture. 

We’ve Got You Covered:

At Global Cellulose Fibers, our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans. We are proud to offer a variety of benefits to support our employees and their families, including: 

• Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays
• Medical & Dental
• Pension and Savings programs
• Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)
• Life & Disability Insurance
• On-site Cafeteria
• On-site Nurse
• Strong Safety Culture

Global Cellulose Fibers is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.  Global Cellulose Fibers complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact accommodations@gcfibers.com or (833) 753-3242.