Safety & Asset Protection Coordinator - Minnedosa Administration

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and administer workplace safety programs, policies, procedures, and initiatives while supporting ongoing occupational health and safety compliance throughout the organization.
• Support Joint Safety and Health Committee activities, maintain safety training records, coordinate First Aid programs, and assist with return-to-work and workplace accommodation processes.
• Monitor compliance with occupational health and safety legislation, WHMIS requirements, internal policies, and regulatory standards; prepare reports, documentation, and compliance summaries as required.
• Conduct workplace inspections, safety audits, and compliance reviews; identify hazards and emerging risks, track corrective actions, and support asset protection and loss prevention initiatives.
• Coordinate fleet management and compliance programs, including driver qualifications, vehicle registrations, maintenance records, inspections, insurance documentation, and fleet reporting requirements.
• Support incident reporting, investigations, root cause analysis, corrective action development, and risk management activities while maintaining accurate and confidential records.
• Coordinate contractor onboarding and compliance verification processes; maintain contractor documentation and support operational leaders in meeting regulatory and organizational compliance requirements.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and support to employees and leaders regarding safety, asset protection, risk management, and compliance best practices.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma required.
• Post-secondary education in Occupational Health and Safety, Business Administration, Risk Management, Human Resources, Criminal Justice, or a related field is preferred.
• Health and Safety certification such as CSO, NCSO, COR-related training, or equivalent is considered an asset.
• One (1) to three (3) years of experience in an administrative, safety, risk management, insurance, compliance, asset protection, or related role.
• Experience coordinating training programs, inspections, investigations, audits, or regulatory compliance activities is considered an asset.
• Experience maintaining confidential records and working in compliance-driven environments.
• Experience within retail, food, petroleum, agriculture, warehouse, or home centre operations is considered an asset.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel occasionally between Heritage Co-op locations.
• Ability to obtain and maintain applicable safety certifications and training as required.

Competencies:

• Safety and Risk Awareness: Demonstrates a commitment to workplace safety, compliance, and risk reduction through proactive identification and mitigation of hazards.
• Planning and Organization: Effectively manages multiple priorities, deadlines, inspections, training requirements, and compliance activities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Communication Skills: Communicates clearly and professionally with employees, leaders, contractors, regulators, insurance providers, and external partners.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Identifies issues, analyzes information, investigates root causes, and recommends practical solutions to improve safety and operational effectiveness.
• Initiative and Accountability: Takes ownership of responsibilities, works independently, follows through on commitments, and demonstrates sound judgment.
• Attention to Detail: Maintains accurate records, databases, reports, and compliance documentation while ensuring information remains complete and current.
• Confidentiality and Professionalism: Handles sensitive employee, insurance, incident, and operational information with discretion and integrity.
• Customer Service Orientation: Provides responsive support to internal customers while helping create a safe and positive workplace environment.

Working Conditions:

• Primarily office-based with regular travel to retail, food, petroleum, agro, home centre, warehouse, and administrative locations.
• Frequent interaction with managers, employees, contractors, regulatory agencies, insurance providers, and external service partners.
• Participation in workplace inspections, investigations, audits, training activities, and emergency response situations as required.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, compliance-focused work environment.
• Some lifting, walking, standing, and travel required while conducting site visits and inspections.
• Occasional work outside standard business hours may be required to support investigations, emergencies, audits, training, or organizational initiatives.

What We Offer:

• A Competitive Compensation and Benefit Package: Our Team Members receive competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package which includes Group Life Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability, Extended Health and Dental, and an employer-contributed pension plan matched at 6% of salary.
• Inclusive Work Environment: At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the communities we serve.
• Professional Development: We encourage team members to take advantage of training and learning opportunities that support professional growth and career advancement.
• Additional Offerings: Team Member Purchase Rebate Program, Team Member Volunteer Incentive Program, Home Centre Preferred Pricing, EFAP (Employee and Family Assistance Program), and a Team Member Fitness Rebate of up to $100 annually toward eligible health and wellness purchases.

About Us

Heritage Co-op 1997 Ltd. is here to serve our members and customers with products and services that help build, feed, and fuel individuals and communities. We are a different kind of business. Being member-owned means that any profits are returned to our members and remain in the local economy. We live where you live, work where you work, and help grow the economy right here.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience. Please reach out to the Human Resources team to discuss your needs if you require accommodation.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.