Occupational Health Nurse/EMT

The Opportunity:

The Occupational Health Nurse/EMT works closely with managers, supervisors, and individual employees to maintain, promote, and restore employee health, safety, and well-being. This position is responsible for the health and welfare of Maple Leaf Consumer Foods, Brandon employees as it pertains to their jobs and to promote a safe and healthy working environment.

Role:

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by April 12. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Provide first aid for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illness, including assessments, follow-ups, and referral as indicated
• Manage short and long-term disability claims and assist on WCB claims including early intervention, administration, early and safe return to work plans
• Counsel employees on various health-related issues and concerns
• Facilitate and deliver health, wellness, and safety education to employees
• Coordinate health surveillance programs including pre-placement health evaluations and hearing tests
• Maintain confidential medical records
• Assessment and delivery of comprehensive first aid/medical treatment
• Decrease health-related costs by being a facilitator of care to employees
• Assist injured and ill employees to reach maximum productivity, decrease absenteeism, and reduce compensation benefit costs
• Enhance Maple Leaf’s profile as a responsible and caring company

What You’ll Bring:

• Holds a current license/registration; Provincial College of Nurses/Provincial Emergency Medical Services
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to nurture solid relationships at all levels of the organization and external to the organization
• Strong computer skills
• Strong assessment and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work with union and management personnel in a collaborative environment
• Well-developed written and verbal communications skills

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice

About Us:

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.