Senior Manager, Occupational Health & Safety
Job Description
Description
Senior Manager, Occupational Health & Safety
WHO WE ARE
Opened in 1914 and welcoming over 1.3 million visitors annually, the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) is Canada’s most-visited museum, ranking among the top 10 cultural institutions in North America. At ROM, we are dedicated to building and sharing global collections, sharing knowledge, inspiring learning, and fostering community engagement. As a globally recognized field research institute, ROM houses an impressive collection of over 18 million artworks, cultural objects, and natural history specimens, showcased in over 40 galleries and exhibition spaces. We are committed to creating a space where art, culture, and nature intersect, connecting people and communities to the past, present and shared future.
As we continue to work toward our goals to transform and evolve as one of the world’s foremost 21st-century museums, we seek passionate and dynamic team members who embody our mission and values.
WHO WE NEED
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Senior Manager, Occupational Health & Safety to champion a culture of health, safety, and wellness across all areas of ROM. Reporting to the Chief Facilities Officer, the Senior Manager works closely with internal stakeholders, Joint Health & Safety Committees, unions, and external regulatory bodies to ensure ROM’s compliance with applicable legislation while fostering a safe and supportive work environment. This role combines strategic planning with hands-on implementation to address workplace hazards, ensure regulatory compliance, and advance a culture of shared responsibility for safety and well-being across the institution.
HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
- Lead the development and execution of comprehensive occupational health and safety programs that align with applicable legislation and ROM’s diverse operational activities.
- Provide risk mitigation strategies and support across museum operations including exhibitions, collections handling, construction projects, laboratories, and off-site storage.
- Serve as a core member of the Joint Health and Safety Committee and Emergency & Disaster Planning Team.
- Design and deliver proactive training programs, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements and tailored to ROM’s operational needs.
- Coordinate the workplace incident process, including accident investigations, WSIB claims, and return-to-work arrangements.
- Maintain accurate and compliant documentation including SDS records, risk assessments, training logs, and workplace inspections.
- Oversee compliance with First Aid and AED standards, including training and supply coordination.
- Evaluate and approve risk plans for international fieldwork submitted by curators.
- Assess safety risks and provide consultation during exhibit design, gallery renovation, and facilities upgrades.
- Manage relationships with third-party vendors, including occupational health service providers and disability management vendors.
WHAT YOU BRING
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 5–8 years of progressive experience in health and safety, preferably in unionized, public, or cultural institutions.
- Strong working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, WSIB, WHMIS, and related health and safety standards.
- Familiarity with the Ontario Building Code and Ontario Fire Code is considered an asset.
- One or more of the following certifications is considered an asset:
- Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP)
- Certified Health and Safety Consultant (CHSC)
- Certified Disability Management Professional (CDMP)
- Certified Return-To-Work Coordinator (CRTWC)
- Experience managing or coordinating training programs and health/safety initiatives.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Learning Management Systems (LMS).
WHAT WE OFFER
- Comprehensive benefits coverage: For permanent and full-time contract positions (conditions apply), enjoy 100 percent premium-free benefits for individuals and families, a health spending
Company
Royal Ontario Museum
Location
Toronto
Country
Canada
Salary
100.000
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