Job Posting – Safety Management Officer

 

The Safety Management Officer oversees all aspects of safety management activities on behalf of Lifesaving Society Manitoba. This includes planning, organizing, leading, and contracting safety experts.

 

Reports To: Executive Director.

 

Hours of work

• 34 per/week, Monday – Friday
• some evenings and weekends required
• some supervision of term staff after hours required
• permanent, full-time position.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

 

KEY ROLE

 

Safety Management

• Provide and oversee Safety Management Services to the Lifesaving Society Manitoba and Affiliates in Manitoba. Duties include:
  • Reviewing and providing recommendations on new pool construction when requested
  • Providing guidance on interpretation of the Public Health Act and Lifesaving Society standards as required
  • Conducting facility safety inspections and comprehensive safety audits and other operational audits and reviews for existing pools and waterfronts when requested, OR
  • Contracting qualified safety inspectors to execute above duties on behalf of the organization
  • Managing development of safety reports to facilities
• Providing and overseeing safety management training courses to affiliates and the public (Aquatic Supervisor, Aquatic Manager, SEE Auditor, etc.)
  With Water Smart Manager, review annual drowning reports and identify important areas of focus
• Liaise with Public Health Branch, Manitoba Health (Public Health Inspectors)
• Provide recommendations to Public Health Branch, Manitoba Health (Public Health Inspectors) on drowning prevention/water safety and regulatory issues.
• Serve as member or liaise with member for Manitoba on the National Safety Standards Commission and disseminate information as required.

SUPPORTING ROLE

As a member of the Lifesaving Society Manitoba team, the Safety Management Officer will collaborate with other staff as follows:

 

Programs

• Liaise with Program Coordinator on matters pertaining to safety management to support affiliates as needed

 

Media Relations & Public Education

• Ensure public messages meet safety standards and brief other staff as required in advance of media engagements.
• Speak to media on behalf of the organization when required
• Assist with the preparation and promotion for National Drowning Prevention Week (NDPW) and World Drowning Prevention Day (WDPD) as required.

 

Qualifications

Education

University degree in a related field, such as recreation management/kinesiology, social sciences, business or equivalent experience.

 

Certifications

Required Qualifications: National Lifeguard Instructor/Examiner, Lifesaving Instructor, Lifesaving Examiner, National Lifeguard Pool, First Aid Instructor, Standard First Aid & CPR-C, Aquatic Supervisor

 

Asset Qualifications: Swim for Life Instructor, Pleasure Craft Operator Card, National Lifeguard Waterfront, Swim for Life Trainer, Lifesaving Trainer, First Aid Trainer, Aquatic Manager

 

Some training may be available for the right candidate.

 

KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES

• Expertise in safety management.
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Creativity and innovation
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with partners and stakeholders
• Ability to work collaboratively with as a supportive member of a team
• Ability to effectively develop and execute a plan
• Problem-solving: Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, make recommendations, and resolve the problem.
• Ability to respond effectively and professionally to unforeseen issues and challenges
• Proficient computer skills including:
  • Word processing
  • Use of databases and spreadsheets
  • Use of email and shared calendar interfaces

 

Experience

Five years’ experience in the aquatics field and business development

 

Working conditions

• Safety Management Officer usually works in an office environment, but the organization’s mission may sometimes take them to non-standard workplaces.

 

• Safety Management Officer works a standard work week but may be required to work evenings and weekends to carry out the duties as required.

 

Compensation

Compensation range: $50,000-$60,000

Vacation: as per the HR Policy and Procedures Manual

 

Overtime: there is no financial compensation for overtime, however banked time will be taken in lieu of overtime

 

Benefits: health insurance and matching RRSP plan (as per the HR Policies and Procedures Manual).

 

Those interested should send a resume and cover letter to:

Lifesaving Society Manitoba

info@lifesaving.mb.ca

 

Attn: Lynne Stefanchuk

 

Deadline: Open until a suitable candidate is found.

 

Equity clause

We provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by local law.