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Safety Associate Jobs in Ontario (NOW HIRING)

AI Safety Expert - Red Team

Toronto, ON · Remote

CA$20 - CA$22/hr

Position: AI Safety Experts -- English & Assamese Type: Contract Compensation: $20-$22/hour Location: Remote Role Responsibilities * Red team conversational AI models and agents, focusing on ...

AI Safety Expert - Red Team

Toronto, ON · Remote

CA$20 - CA$22/hr

Position: AI Safety Experts -- English & Assamese Type: Contract Compensation: $20-$22/hour Location: Remote Role Responsibilities * Red team conversational AI models and agents, focusing on ...

... and Safety Associates in your assigned site. - Engage the Injury Prevention Specialists (IPS) and Site Leadership to drive long-term strategic actions to achieve incident reduction. - Perform ...

We're looking for a Health and Safety Manager, Field (Western Region) to lead Health & Safety ... Enjoy Associate discounts at our stores, available to you and eligible family members.

We're looking for a Health and Safety Manager, Field (Western Region) to lead Health & Safety ... Enjoy Associate discounts at our stores, available to you and eligible family members.

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Safety Associate information

What is a safety associate?

Safety Associates are professionals responsible for supporting workplace health and safety programs, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and helping to prevent accidents and injuries. They often assist in conducting risk assessments, safety audits, and training sessions for employees. Safety Associates typically work under the guidance of safety managers or officers and play a key role in implementing safety policies within an organization. Their work helps to maintain a safe environment for all employees and minimize potential hazards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a safety associate?

To thrive as a Safety Associate, you need a solid understanding of safety regulations, risk assessment, and incident reporting, typically supported by a degree in occupational health, environmental science, or a related field. Familiarity with safety management systems, OSHA standards, and incident tracking software is often required. Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively make someone stand out in this position. These skills and qualities are essential for identifying hazards, promoting a safe workplace, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

What are the primary challenges a safety associate may face when ensuring compliance across different departments?

A Safety Associate often encounters challenges such as varying levels of safety awareness, resistance to new protocols, and differing compliance standards across departments. Collaborating effectively requires clear communication, adaptability, and the ability to educate and influence team members from diverse backgrounds. Staying updated on regulatory changes and maintaining thorough documentation are also essential to address compliance gaps and foster a culture of safety throughout the organization.

What is the difference between Safety Associate vs Safety Coordinator?

AspectSafety AssociateSafety Coordinator
CertificationsOSHA 10/30-hour, OSHA 500 (preferred)OSHA 10/30-hour, OSHA 500, CSP or ASP (preferred)
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, manufacturing plants, industrial facilitiesOffice settings, industrial sites, project sites
Employer & IndustryConstruction, manufacturing, energyConstruction, manufacturing, industrial
Job FocusSupporting safety programs, conducting inspections, reporting hazardsCoordinating safety efforts, implementing policies, training

Safety Associates typically focus on supporting safety initiatives through inspections and hazard reporting, while Safety Coordinators take a more active role in implementing safety policies, coordinating training, and managing safety programs. Both roles require similar certifications and work in comparable environments, but Safety Coordinators often have additional responsibilities in policy enforcement and program management.

What are the career paths for safety associates?

Safety associates can advance to roles such as safety supervisor, safety manager, or health and safety director, often requiring additional certifications like OSHA or NEBOSH. They may also specialize in areas like environmental health, risk management, or compliance, and gain experience to move into supervisory or managerial positions within safety programs.

What are the most commonly searched types of Safety jobs in Ontario?

The most popular types of Safety jobs in Ontario are:

What are popular job titles related to Safety Associate jobs in Ontario?

For Safety Associate jobs in Ontario, the most frequently searched job titles are:

What job categories do people searching Safety Associate jobs in Ontario look for?

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What cities in Ontario are hiring for Safety Associate jobs?

Cities in Ontario with the most Safety Associate job openings:

Infographic showing various Safety Associate job openings in Ontario as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution.

Health and Safety - Associate

CrossSafety Solutions Inc.

Markham, ON • On-site

CA$75K - CA$95K/yr

Full-time, Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 13 days ago


Job description

Health and Safety Associate

About Us

At CrossSafety we are dedicated to protecting people, supporting our clients, and upholding the values of integrity, accountability, and excellence. With a team committed to safety and collaboration, we partner with leading organizations in construction, automotive, industrial, commercial, and residential sectors across North America.

We are currently seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Health & Safety Associate to join our team at associate rank. This is a salaried contract position, offering an exciting opportunity to support clients in the fields of construction and operations safety, with potential to convert to permanent status.

About the Role

As a Health & Safety Associate, you will serve as a trusted advisor to our clients and provide supporting all aspects of health and safety for construction projects and complex operational facilities. You’ll promote compliance with client OHS requirements; anticipate and guide risk management processes to protect workers, the public, and operations; work closely with client teams and contractors to support projects; and advise on risk trends and improvement plans.

Position Type: Salary, Full-time

Starting Compensation: $75,000 to $95,000 (Associate) per annum

Benefits (Permanent Status Employees): Extended health benefits, dental coverage, vision coverage, life insurance, employee assistance services, pension plan, employee share option program, business advancement incentives, company workwear annual allowance, company vehicle.

Industry Focus: Construction, Aviation

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Providing guidance and expert advice on health, safety, and environmental issues.
  • Acting as a key advisor to project teams, anticipating and identifying hazard s and appropriate protective measures.
  • Providing health and safety input to design, planning, constructability and/or operability reviews.
  • Managing and reducing risks to workers and the public within a live and complex operating client site.
  • Undertaking health and safety assurance audits
  • Performing and documenting regular site safety inspections, and facilitating timely corrective actions
  • Assisting with incident and accident investigations.
  • Liaising with client staff and regulatory agencies,
  • Preparing detailed professional reports and records.

What You Need for Success

  • Certificate or Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, or certification in a construction trade with significant health and safety experience.
  • Minimum of one (1) year field experience in construction or a high hazard operational environment.
  • CRSP, CSP, CHST, CIH or ROH designation.
  • Strong working knowledge of Ontario workplace health and safety laws.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital health and safety reporting tools (computers, tablets).
  • Hands-on experience with field-level audits and inspections.
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal and written y communication skills.
  • Initiative, ability to multitask, and strong expectation management skills.
  • Strong work ethic and career-oriented mindset.
  • Completion of practical training in key safe work practices (Working at Heights, WHMIS, Ontario 4/5 Steps, LOTO, Confined Spaces, etc.)
  • Ability to obtain a Transportation Security Clearance.
  • Flexibility to night shifts, if required.
  • Valid Class G driver’s license.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CrossSafety is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace. Accommodations for candidates with disabilities are available upon request.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.