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OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY INSPECTOR - CONSTRUCTION

Organization:

Ministry of Labour

Division:

Operations Division

City:

North York

Language of Position(s):

English

Job Term:

6 Permanent

Job Code:

05468 - Occup Health & Sfty Inspector

Salary:

$1,339.69 - $1,647.29 Per Week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

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Posting Status:

Open

Job ID:

96415

Bring your construction knowledge and experience to the Ministry of Labour!

What can I expect to do in this role?

You will:
• enforce the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations
• conduct comprehensive inspections and investigations, write orders and reports
• engage in enforcement activities including prosecutions
• work with health and safety partners, workers, union/management to promote safe work practices and working conditions with workers, unions and management through the Internal Responsibility System (IRS)

How do I qualify?

Mandatory requirements:

• you hold a valid class “G” driver's license or equivalent as recognized by the Province of Ontario to travel throughout the designated service area
• you have the ability to travel extensively, respond to after-hour calls, and the ability to work evenings and weekends as part of regular scheduled work

Technical knowledge:

• You have working knowledge and practical experience in a broad range of construction settings
• You have experience with various construction techniques, construction equipment, and in health and safety hazards and controls
• You have the ability to enforce, interpret and apply legislation
• You have the ability to conduct inspections and investigations including interviewing experience and experience handling evidence
• You have the ability to administer the Provincial Offences Act and evidence in court
• You have working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and relevant regulations, standards and legislation relevant to the appropriate construction sector including but not limited to WHMIS, Designated Substances, Trades Qualifications and Apprenticeship Act, window cleaning, asbestos, etc. relevant to the program

Analytical, evaluative and reasoning skills:

• You have the ability to interpret information collected that may be technical in nature and assess whether employer's operation is in compliance with legislation, regulations, policies and standards, and determine strategies/action(s) to be taken

Communication and interpersonal skills:

• You have conflict resolution and interpersonal skills that effectively impact and influence others to a logical or appropriate course of action respecting differing interests and conflicting priorities
• You have excellent oral and written communication skills including report writing
• You have sound planning and organizational skills to co-ordinate own workload

Other important skills:

• You have knowledge of computer information technology, computer databases and related software packages

How to Apply:

Please follow these instructions and disregard the instructions in the “How to Apply” section below:

• You are required to complete an application form. Please visit Ministry of Labour Website in order to download the application and obtain instructions on completing and submitting the application form.
• Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
• Read the Realistic Job Preview and Self Assessment Questionnaire provided on the website to assist you to understand the hiring process
• OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
• If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment Services staff will contact you within 48 hours.
• Resumes and covering letters will NOT be accepted, only the assigned application form

Additional Information:

Address:

6 English Permanent, 5001 Yonge St, North York, Toronto Region, General Screening Requirement

Compensation Group:

Ontario Public Service Employees Union

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Schedule:

3.7

Category:

Inspections and Investigations

Posted on:

Friday, August 19, 2016

Note:

In accordance with the Ontario Public Service Employment Screening Checks Policy, the top candidate(s) may be required to undergo a security screening check. Please refer to the Additional Information / Address section above to determine the screening checks that are required for this position.

You will be responsible for obtaining the criminal record check at your own expense and provide it, along with your written consent, to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), HR Service Delivery Division to evaluate the results. If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional screening checks as indicated in the Additional Information / Address section above that were not obtained directly by you. (Note: If a Vulnerable Sector Screening/Check is required, it must also be obtained in person at your local police service.)

A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The screening check(s) will only be reviewed and evaluated by the TSO for the purpose of making a security clearance decision. The details of an individual's screening check(s) will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled. Screening check records will be maintained by the TSO and kept strictly confidential.
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Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to form an eligibility list of qualified candidates to potentially fill future vacancies represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). In accordance with the Collective Agreement, eligibility lists are shared with OPSEU representatives. By applying to this competition, you are providing consent that your name may be shared with OPSEU representatives.

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Remember: The deadline to apply is Wednesday, September 28, 2016 11:59 pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.

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