Temporary- Safety Assistant - Occupational Health and Safety

Who We Are

London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is a world-class academic health sciences centre located in the southwestern Ontario city of London. Just two hours from Toronto and two hours from Detroit, London features a beautiful and walkable downtown core located on the Thames River, a vibrant culinary scene and scores of activities that highlight local arts, culture and music.  As one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching hospitals, LHSC delivers world-class care and experiences, built on our commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and learning. In partnership with our communities, we design and advance healthcare to support the wellness of the populations we serve. LHSC delivers both local and regional services, including the Children's Hospital, within a large geographic area. LHSC is known for its great people and great care, with a workforce of close to 15,000, dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care while partnering with communities to transform health, one life at a time. 

Posting Period

Open:         April 4 2025

Deadline:  April 10  2025 

Non- Union

Department Name

Environmental Safety

The Safety Assistant provides support to the Safety Analysts and the Occupational Health and Safety Services Team. The Safety Assistant will ensure that the Internal Responsibility System is maintained, review incident reports with area leadership, and assist in determining appropriate corrective action, staff education and training, policy review, and communicate policy changes to stakeholders. 

Temporary Full-Time

Rate of Pay:       $27.54 per hour - $34.42 per hour

Duration:             up to February 2026 

What we offer: 

• Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Health & Dental Benefits
• Career Development & Training Opportunities
• Employee Wellness Initiatives

Qualifications

As the ideal candidate, you have:

• Successful completion of an Occupational Health and Safety Certificate
• Previous experience in Occupational Health and Safety preferred
• Demonstrated proficient computer skills using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, OneNote)
• Demonstrated basic skills with Parklane, PeopleSoft, MSDS and AEMS
• Demonstrated ability to provide quality customer service
• Proficient ability to develop effective working relationships
• Demonstrated proficient ability to establish and maintain communication lines necessary for the promotion of Health and Safety Programs
• Basic knowledge of Occupational Hygiene Equipment
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrated in dealing with a wide variety of contacts and sensitive issues
• Proficient knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Legislation and policy and procedures; Joint Health and Safety Certification preferred
• Proficient problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated proficient ability to organize and prioritize work while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy
• Demonstrated ability to work independently
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC?s vision, purpose and values
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Immunization Requirements:

Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires must provide documentation related to LHSC?s Health Review requirements. For more information and a detailed list of requirements, please visit Health Review Requirements | LHSC. 

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca . 

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that an internal reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process. 

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.