Job Description
Full job description
Job ID: 57818
Job Category: Human Resources
Division & Section: People & Equity, Occupational Health, Safety & Wellness
Work Location: METRO HALL, 55 John St. Toronto, ON, M5V 3C6
Job Type & Duration: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $87,800.00-$116,745.00
Shift Information: Monday to Friday 35 hours per week
Affiliation: Non-Union
Number of Positions Open: 1
Posting Period: 09-JUL-2026 to 23-JUL-2026
Recognized as one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers, the City of Toronto promotes professional development and is committed to providing opportunities to lead, learn and grow. We value integrity, reliability and fairness, and we embrace the diversity of the people we work with and serve.
Toronto is home to more than 3 million people whose diversity and experiences make this great city Canada’s leading economic engine and one of the world’s most diverse and livable cities. As the fourth largest city in North America, Toronto is a global leader in technology, finance, film, music, culture, and innovation, and consistently places at the top of international rankings due to investments championed by its government, residents and businesses. In a workplace where growth is fostered and diversity is celebrated, a team of approximately 35,000 employees is the driving force behind the City of Toronto’s ability to provide programs and services to residents, businesses and visitors to this community.
Our People & Equity Division is looking for an HR Consultant, Occupational Health & Safety, to join the Occupational Health, Safety & Wellness team.
As an HR Consultant, Occupational Health & Safety, you will provide direct health and safety consultancy services to assigned divisions. This will see you working as part of a team of health and safety and disability management professionals providing a range of expertise, consultation, and interpretation of legislation, collective agreements, existing OH&S policies, programs, and processes.
What will you do?
Provide a leadership and coordination function and support in divisional occupational health and safety programs, including Joint Health and Safety Committee development, training and certification, incident investigation, and reinforcement of the City's Internal Responsibility System
Ensure timely and effective delivery of Occupational Health and Safety services to ensure that operational health and safety, divisional, and corporate objectives are met
Provide consultation and guidance to managers, supervisors, and staff on a day-to-day basis regarding health and safety matters, including legislative compliance, industry best practices, hazard identification and assessment, as well as safe work procedure development and implementation
Provide consultation on the assessment of work-related hazards and the development of prevention strategies
Provide support to the Manager and/or Senior Consultants on a range of projects and day-to-day health and safety matters
Liaise with divisional staff to provide guidance and assistance in all areas of health and safety
Participate in corporate initiatives, committees, and project teams in support of and/or to lead the development of policies, programs, and procedures related to the City's Occupational Health and Safety programs. Responsible for planning, implementing, advocating, promoting, and monitoring of safe work practices
Produce and analyze reports on Occupational Health and Safety activity to provide recommendations to client divisions
Provide guidance on the assessment of Occupational Health and Safety training needs for staff, and assist in the development, assessment, and/or delivery of health and safety-related training that meets the identified training needs
Build and maintain relationships with the City's union locals who are responsible for overseeing the health, safety, and wellness of their members
What do you bring to the role?
Post-secondary degree, diploma or certificate in a related discipline (e.g., Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health and Safety), or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Considerable experience in an Occupational Health and Safety function in a public or private sector organization
Experience in health and safety consultancy
Experience with safety-related legislation, including the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations, and other health and safety legislation applicable to the City of Toronto
Experience in developing and delivering training programs focusing on health and safety
Experience with preparing and analyzing data reports related to incident analysis
Ability to conduct research, summarize results, and provide user-friendly information and data reports to support projects and initiatives
Excellent oral and written communication, presentation, negotiation, and human relations skills
Ability to exercise discretion and judgment, and work independently or as a team lead or team member
Ability to identify needs; initiate, coordinate, and manage projects and implement solutions in response to client issues
Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills
Good organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and meet strict deadlines
Ability to develop and maintain productive working relationships with People & Equity staff, managers, employees, elected officials, members of the Toronto Public Service, JHSC members, and union officials
A thorough knowledge of employment and related legislation (e.g. Occupational Health and Safety Act, Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, Employment Standards Act), equity principles, contractual obligations, and sound human resource practices
Why You Will Love Working Here
We recognize the need for flexibility and offer a hybrid working environment that will provide you with an appropriate work-life balance required to thrive in today’s fast paced world.
A strong benefits package which includes competitive salaries, vacation and other unique offerings.
We offer an excellent defined benefit pension plan bringing added value to our overall compensation package through OMERS.
We support ongoing learning and development and offer educational opportunities with tuition subsidies.
Opportunities to join and take an active role with City’s Communities of Inclusions comprised of employees who share a common identity, lived experience and/or set of interest and support each other’s professional development, sense of belonging and promote a culture of inclusion.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.
Accommodation
The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process.
Job ID: 57818
Job Category: Human Resources
Division & Section: People & Equity, Occupational Health, Safety & Wellness
Work Location: METRO HALL, 55 John St. Toronto, ON, M5V 3C6
Job Type & Duration: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $87,800.00-$116,745.00
Shift Information: Monday to Friday 35 hours per week
Affiliation: Non-Union
Number of Positions Open: 1
Posting Period: 09-JUL-2026 to 23-JUL-2026
Recognized as one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers, the City of Toronto promotes professional development and is committed to providing opportunities to lead, learn and grow. We value integrity, reliability and fairness, and we embrace the diversity of the people we work with and serve.
Toronto is home to more than 3 million people whose diversity and experiences make this great city Canada’s leading economic engine and one of the world’s most diverse and livable cities. As the fourth largest city in North America, Toronto is a global leader in technology, finance, film, music, culture, and innovation, and consistently places at the top of international rankings due to investments championed by its government, residents and businesses. In a workplace where growth is fostered and diversity is celebrated, a team of approximately 35,000 employees is the driving force behind the City of Toronto’s ability to provide programs and services to residents, businesses and visitors to this community.
Our People & Equity Division is looking for an HR Consultant, Occupational Health & Safety, to join the Occupational Health, Safety & Wellness team.
As an HR Consultant, Occupational Health & Safety, you will provide direct health and safety consultancy services to assigned divisions. This will see you working as part of a team of health and safety and disability management professionals providing a range of expertise, consultation, and interpretation of legislation, collective agreements, existing OH&S policies, programs, and processes.
What will you do?
Provide a leadership and coordination function and support in divisional occupational health and safety programs, including Joint Health and Safety Committee development, training and certification, incident investigation, and reinforcement of the City's Internal Responsibility System
Ensure timely and effective delivery of Occupational Health and Safety services to ensure that operational health and safety, divisional, and corporate objectives are met
Provide consultation and guidance to managers, supervisors, and staff on a day-to-day basis regarding health and safety matters, including legislative compliance, industry best practices, hazard identification and assessment, as well as safe work procedure development and implementation
Provide consultation on the assessment of work-related hazards and the development of prevention strategies
Provide support to the Manager and/or Senior Consultants on a range of projects and day-to-day health and safety matters
Liaise with divisional staff to provide guidance and assistance in all areas of health and safety
Participate in corporate initiatives, committees, and project teams in support of and/or to lead the development of policies, programs, and procedures related to the City's Occupational Health and Safety programs. Responsible for planning, implementing, advocating, promoting, and monitoring of safe work practices
Produce and analyze reports on Occupational Health and Safety activity to provide recommendations to client divisions
Provide guidance on the assessment of Occupational Health and Safety training needs for staff, and assist in the development, assessment, and/or delivery of health and safety-related training that meets the identified training needs
Build and maintain relationships with the City's union locals who are responsible for overseeing the health, safety, and wellness of their members
What do you bring to the role?
Post-secondary degree, diploma or certificate in a related discipline (e.g., Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health and Safety), or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Considerable experience in an Occupational Health and Safety function in a public or private sector organization
Experience in health and safety consultancy
Experience with safety-related legislation, including the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations, and other health and safety legislation applicable to the City of Toronto
Experience in developing and delivering training programs focusing on health and safety
Experience with preparing and analyzing data reports related to incident analysis
Ability to conduct research, summarize results, and provide user-friendly information and data reports to support projects and initiatives
Excellent oral and written communication, presentation, negotiation, and human relations skills
Ability to exercise discretion and judgment, and work independently or as a team lead or team member
Ability to identify needs; initiate, coordinate, and manage projects and implement solutions in response to client issues
Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills
Good organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and meet strict deadlines
Ability to develop and maintain productive working relationships with People & Equity staff, managers, employees, elected officials, members of the Toronto Public Service, JHSC members, and union officials
A thorough knowledge of employment and related legislation (e.g. Occupational Health and Safety Act, Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, Employment Standards Act), equity principles, contractual obligations, and sound human resource practices
Why You Will Love Working Here
We recognize the need for flexibility and offer a hybrid working environment that will provide you with an appropriate work-life balance required to thrive in today’s fast paced world.
A strong benefits package which includes competitive salaries, vacation and other unique offerings.
We offer an excellent defined benefit pension plan bringing added value to our overall compensation package through OMERS.
We support ongoing learning and development and offer educational opportunities with tuition subsidies.
Opportunities to join and take an active role with City’s Communities of Inclusions comprised of employees who share a common identity, lived experience and/or set of interest and support each other’s professional development, sense of belonging and promote a culture of inclusion.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.
Accommodation
The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The HR CONS OCC HEALTH SAFE & DISABIL MGMT position is now open for candidates interested in the Human Resource (HR) Jobs sector. This role in Toronto offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Human Resource (HR) Jobs is a plus.
