SR Health & Safety Coordinator

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What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary:
The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.
Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.
Job Responsibilities:
The Health & Safety Coordinator plays a key role in maintaining a safe, healthy, and supportive workplace. This position oversees all aspects of health and safety, ensuring compliance with legislation and company standards while fostering a positive, proactive safety culture; helping everyone go home safe, every day.
QUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY TO DO THE JOB:

• Immediate, open position
• $80,000 - $90,000 annual compensation
• College or University Certificate/Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of health and safety experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment. Understanding of systems and equipment (hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, mechanical).
• Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety legislation and best practices.
• Excellent organization, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to take initiative, lead change, and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and related safety or data management systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated record of reliability and professionalism.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Champion a safe and healthy workplace by supporting our health & safety program and helping maintain compliance with ISO 45001 standards.
• Be a trusted resource for employees, by listening to their safety concerns, offering guidance, and helping them recognize and reduce workplace hazards.
• Advocate for well-being and make sure safety issues are addressed quickly and effectively.
• Take an active role in the JHSC and contribute to initiatives that strengthen our safety culture.
• Work closely and collaboratively with team members across departments, from operations to leadership, to keep safety front and center in everything we do.
• Support new program and equipment launches by reviewing workstations, performing risk assessments, and ensuring pre-start health and safety reviews are complete.
• Help develop and lead engaging H&S training that empowers employees to work safely.
• Keep our safety programs, policies, and procedures up to date and easy to understand.
• Maintain our SDS system and ensure all information is accurate and current.
• Support audits and incident investigations, helping identify root causes and ensure corrective actions are followed through.
• Track and share key safety metrics to help the team measure progress and celebrate improvements.
• Cultivate a positive behavioural-based safety culture, that reinforces safe behaviours and takes opportunities to positively coach.
• Play a part in contractor safety and ensure everyone on-site meets our safety expectations.
• Take part in layered process audits and contribute to ongoing improvement initiatives.
• Jump in to support other health and safety projects and programs as needed.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
Notice regarding the use of AI:
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system.
These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team.
Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Exteriors