Hygiene Specialist 

Company:

The Company

Based in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Algoma has a proud history as a leading manufacturer of hot and cold rolled steel sheet and plate products. We are Canada’s only discrete plate producer and one of the lowest-cost producers of hot-rolled sheet steel in North America owing in part to our state-of-the-art Direct Strip Production Complex. Our steel is used in construction, mining, manufacturing, automotive, shipbuilding, and energy sectors including renewable energy and military applications. Today’s steel industry is rapidly evolving and so are we, transitioning to electric arc steelmaking technology that will position Algoma as one of North America’s leading producers of green steel, bringing low-carbon steel products to market, shrinking our environmental footprint, and securing a more sustainable future. 

We invite those with a talent and drive for superior performance, who desire to be part of a team of steel industry professionals to apply. Join us as we build on our rich, century-long tradition of delivering quality steel products to our customers, improving the quality of life for our community, and providing rich and rewarding careers for our employees.

A Place to Call Home

Algoma Steel takes great pride in preserving the high quality of life offered by the Sault – a vibrant and beautiful city that’s surrounded by stunning natural scenery. With its affordable housing, impressive work/life balance, proximity to the US, and lack of commute times, it’s the perfect place to raise a family and call home. For more information on living and working in Sault Ste. Marie visit www.welcometossm.com

Key Deliverables

  • Attends accident investigations and counselling sessions.
  • Represents corporate concerns related to environment, health and safety issues (division/group) at Joint Health and Safety Committee meetings.
  • Consultation and dialogue with various federal/provincial government agencies concerning health and safety legislation.
  • Conducts monitoring of the work environment for potential chemical or physical hazards.
  • Analyses and interprets data related to legislative compliance.
  • Participates at the Department/Divisional level in evaluating and reviewing existing or proposed facilities, devices, procedures and processes that might impact health, safety or environmental issues in the workplace.
  • Actions may include process or major facility shutdown.
  • Prepares and delivers training packages specific to industrial hygiene and safety for Algoma Steel.
  • Conducts research to address health, safety and industrial hygiene concerns in the workplace.
  • Provides expertise in industrial hygiene to Sr. Environment, Health and Safety Officers and Environment, Health and Safety Officers.
  • Prepare exposure data for WSIB occupational disease claims.

Core Competencies and Skills Required

  • Must have a 4 year degree in Science (such as chemistry, biology, physics, mathematics) or Engineering.
  • Experience in the field of Industrial Hygiene or Health and Safety would be considered an asset.
  • Qualification as a Certified Hygienist allows liaison with various ministry-certified hygienists, occupational physicians, ergonomists and other health professionals.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license. 
  • Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision and direction.
  • Effective interpersonal, communication, organizational, team and leadership skills. 
  • Knowledge and experience with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the regulations for the Construction, Industrial and Mining industries.
  • Knowledge and experience with Industrial Hygiene issues and regulations such as radiation, noise ergonomics and toxic substances.
  • Working knowledge of PC based computer tools such as Outlook and MS Office suite.
  • Knowledge and experience with Algoma’s Joint Health and Safety system will be an asset.

This is a position in LU2724.

Job Location: Sault Ste. Marie, ON

If you meet the qualifications for this position and are committed to a challenging career with a dynamic company, in a community that offers superior quality of life, we encourage you to apply by today. We offer a competitive salary, profit sharing, an Extended Health Benefits Package and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

To apply or to learn more about our company, please visit www.algoma.com/careers/Hygiene Specialist (11880)

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage diversity in our workplace.  Accommodation is available for applicants with a disability.  

We thank all applicants for their interest however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.