Lakeland Co-op is currently seeking a Full-Time Safety Clerk to join the team at our Administration Office at 6020-54 Avenue, Bonnyville, Alberta.

Who we are: Lakeland Co-op does business differently. Our team provides a range of products and services to support our member-owners. As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. We’ve been working to build our community since our association was established in 1984.

What you’ll do: We are looking for a Safety Clerk who is enthusiastic, has outstanding organizational skills, a high attention to detail, and delivers excellent service. The Safety Clerk will assist in the ongoing development and administration of the Health and Safety Management program and in general administrative support to senior leadership.

Reporting to the HR/Safety Manager, the Safety Clerk will assist with:
• Workplace inspections, investigations, and safety audits and plan site-specific implementation of COR initiatives
• Monitoring safe work practices and procedures, hazard identification, policies/procedures, manuals, and forms throughout all locations
• Maintaining records/logs of workplace accidents, hazards and near-misses
• Coordinating and facilitating health and safety training for employees, maintaining training records, and ensuring safety permits are up to date
• Presenting at Health and Safety committees and meetings
• The employee onboarding process
• WCB claims and Return to Work (RTW) programs
• Creating/maintaining accurate files ensuring confidentiality at all times
• Assist with benefits orientation for all staff and answer inquiries regarding benefits as needed
• Travel to all Lakeland Co-op locations will be required. Company vehicle will be provided for work use.

Who you are: We are looking for a candidate with the following preferred qualifications:
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar administration role; Safety experience an asset
• Competent with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, & Outlook)
• Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills, excellent oral/written communication skills, and a high attention to detail
• Highly motivated, self-directed, proactive, and the ability to work effectively under pressure with a positive attitude
• Honest and trustworthy, results-oriented and striving to be the best at what you do
• Acceptance of Lakeland Co-op’s Health and Safety Policies and Procedures, and must pass a Drug & Alcohol Screening

We offer competitive wages, encourage our team members to take advantage of learning opportunities in order to grow and develop, and foster a culture of teamwork and innovation. We embrace diversity and inclusion, and we’re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve.

How to apply: Please submit your cover letter and detailed resume to careers@lakeland.crs. This posting will remain open until the position is filled. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.