Senior Supervisor, Health and Safety (Compliance)

Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.

All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.

At Loblaw, we help millions of Canadians get through their best days, worst days, celebration days, and every day. Through our innovation and quality products, we’re here for our friends, neighbours, family members and colleagues.

We succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us.

We’re looking for adaptable people who are thrilled to join us in our goal of helping Canadians Live Life Well®. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong. We promote leaders at every level and support our people to follow their passion.

We are opening a brand new distribution centre, located at highway 404 and Green Lane in East Gwillimbury Ontario. This is a state of the art 1.2 million square foot, automated and multi-temperature facility that will support Loblaw’s world class distribution network. We are seeking passionate distribution operations candidates to join our team to support the launch and ongoing operation of this new facility.

ABOUT THE GROUP:
The goal of this department is to manage all aspects of Compliance (Health and Safety, Environmental, Food Safety) within the Distribution Centre.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Federal, Provincial and Regional Audit Requirements and Regulations:

• Responsible for monitoring, maintaining and implementation of all government agency requirements related to applicable laws for labour, health, safety, privacy and ethics

National Audit Requirements:

• Actively participate in monitoring, maintaining and implementing all standard operating procedures, policies, guidelines and practices related to items outlined in national audits for compliance
• Maintain comprehensive business records related to administrative requirements of all audits in accordance with the privacy act and business ethics model
• Oversee and assist the operations team in developing and implementing training mechanisms to continuously improve audit results

National Compliance Programs:

• Investigate, implement, support and sustain national compliance initiatives as required by LCL in accordance with national, regional and site specific objectives
• Ensure necessary training is updated regularly and continuously maintained in accordance with the standard operating procedures and guidelines as described in our national objectives
• Foster positive working relationships with federal and provincial auditors and/or inspectors through open communication and collaborative work efforts, as a representative of LCL’s high ethical standards, missions, values and behaviors

Injury Claims Management:

• Manage, maintain, communicate and ensure timely reporting of all injury claims in the DC according to the rules and regulations of the Workers Compensation Board and LCL’s third party claims management company
• Provide direction and meaningful work for colleagues who require modified work arrangements due to medical restrictions and ensure supervisors are actively participating/supervising accommodated return to work programs for all colleagues
• Work in partnership with the operations team and the OHS business unit to ensure open communication of ongoing and active claims, incidents and injuries
• Train, communicate, coach and effectively manage injury rates and medical reporting processes to safely return all employees to their pre-injury job and/or duties

Standard Operating Procedures:

• Coordinate with the operations team to develop, implement, standardize, communicate, train, report and maintain national, regional or site specific standard operating practices required in the business unit
• Correct and/or report deficient standard operating practices as outlined in the business unit’s policies and procedures
• Understand and participate in LCL’s operating practices with respect to any retail, transport, procurement process and/or other external business units that affect or have the potential to affect compliance initiatives and customer service initiatives to achieve the highest possible standards for the DC’s business objectives

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Principled, consultative leadership ability that supports a progressive, positive culture
• Proven ability to create an environment that emphasizes knowledge sharing and group participation
• Proven track record providing dedicated customer service excellence through strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional team-building ability and a strong people development background
• Demonstrated ability to model blue culture behaviors and align business decisions to CORE values
• Must have excellent decision-making, time management, and communication skills
• Strong computer systems knowledge (MS Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems
• Flexibility to work irregular or extended hours including nights, weekends and holidays as needed

• Post-secondary education preferred
• At least 5 years supervisory management experience in a distribution/warehouse setting
• Frequent travel required: up to 30% travel time throughout Canada

Loblaw is committed to sustainability by sourcing products with integrity and making a positive difference in the community. Our CORE Values - Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence - guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits - these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

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We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Please Note:
Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.