Manager, Occupational Health & Safety
Requisition ID: 19442
Department: Finance and Corporate Services Dept.
Service: Human Resources Services
Branch: Workplace Safety Branch
Employment Type: 1 Full-time Permanent
Work Hours: 35.00 /hours per week
Affiliation: MPE
Salary Information: $121,708.86 - $153,879.18 annually (2025 rates of pay)
Location: 100 Constellation, Nepean
City: Ottawa, ON
Job Category: Management
Application Close: 22/10/2025
Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more employment equity designated groups through the questions in the online application process.
The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We are committed to an equitable, strategic and inclusive hiring process and support a workforce that reflects the diverse population of Ottawa.
In addition to meeting the requirements of the position, the following are considered assets:
- Member of Indigenous, Black or other racialized community, persons with disabilities, women or other equity-deserving groups
- Experience working with diverse communities and intersecting social identities, such as race, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, class and religion facing systemic and structural barriers
- Knowledge of community demographics and their needs, systemic challenges and strengths
- Demonstrated understanding of the value of equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace
- Ability to apply an equity, diversity and inclusion lens to all work, including interactions and internal decision-making processes
- Ability to communicate in a language other than French or English
JOB SUMMARY
The Workplace Safety Branch is responsible for the Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) and corporate framework and for prevention initiatives that ensure the integration of legislative employee safety plans for City employees including Transit federally regulated employees. The branch provides Workers’ Safety & Insurance Board (WSIB) oversight and creates and executes corporate Occupational Health & Safety initiatives and ensures the integration of the OHSMS with strategic objectives.
Responsible for managing the following programs and projects:
- Corporate Occupational Health & Safety Management System (OHSMS) – framework, policies, guidelines, procedures, and integration with corporate strategic objectives.
- Prevention & Compliance Programs – City-wide occupational health and safety initiatives, emergency preparedness, training, communication, and awareness campaigns.
- Workers’ Safety & Insurance Board (WSIB) Program – oversight of WSIB claims management, compliance with the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, and governance of workplace accidents, incidents, and industrial disease claims. Represents the City at the Workplace Safety and Insurance Appeals Tribunal (WSIAT).
- Occupational Health & Safety Governance & Standards – ensuring compliance with the Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act, Canada Labour Code, and related legislation/regulations.
- Corporate Safety Planning & Evaluation – planning, developing, and assessing workplace safety objectives, and embedding preventive and protective control measures.
- Third-Party Service Management – oversight of contracted services (e.g., ergonomics services, Public Service Health & Safety Association licensing, Safety Data Sheet Management System).
- Reporting & Accountability – corporate OHS reporting, audit compliance and reporting.
Responsible for managing financial and people resources and partner relationships.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of a 4-year university degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Public Health and Safety or related field.
Minimum of 8 years of related experience in Occupational Health and Safety, WSIB and/or disability management, preferably in a large, unionized organization, including a minimum of 5 years in the management of people and financial resources.
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES
KNOWLEDGE
- Expert knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario, the Canada Labour Code and applicable regulations, as well as relevant case law
- Awareness and understanding of potential and actual dangers to workers’ health and safety and the appropriate actions to be taken in accordance with legislation and City policies and procedures
- Expert knowledge of the Workplace Safety & Insurance Act of Ontario and its regulations and operational policies, as well as the Government Employees Compensation Act of Canada
- The City of Ottawa’s organizational, governance and administrative structures
- Legislation, regulations, policies, standards and guidelines relevant to the work
- Industry trends and best practices
- Corporate policies and procedures
- City of Ottawa collective agreement provisions
- Understanding of the programs/services and operations of other City areas
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Core Behaviours
Core behaviours define the City’s expectations of the behaviours employees should demonstrate in performing their work. They are reflective of the City’s culture and values and guide all our present and future activities. Every employee is encouraged to learn, embody and demonstrate these core behaviours.
Review the Core Behaviours.
Leadership Competencies
The City has defined key competencies that leaders are expected to embody and demonstrate to successfully move the organization towards achieving its strategic objectives and create an organizational culture that supports and empowers employees to excel, grow and reach their full potential. These leadership competencies and associated behaviours are expected to be demonstrated by leaders at all levels of the organization.
Review the Leadership Competencies.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing
- Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
- Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
The City of Ottawa provides accommodation to applicants during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.
Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the Employee Service Centre at 613-580-2424 extension 12211 or via email at esc-cse@ottawa.ca.