Location: Barrie / Field-Based
Reports To: Director, Training & Consulting
Employment Type: Full-Time, Hourly (minimum 32 hours per week)
About SafetyCo
SafetyCo is one of Canada’s leading safety training and consulting organizations, with over 25 years of industry experience. Each year, we support more than 60,000 individuals and 2,000 client organizations across a wide range of industries.
We are passionate about making workplaces safer through practical, engaging training, real-world consulting, and a culture built on integrity, accountability, collaboration, and care for people. At SafetyCo, safety isn’t just compliance — it’s about empowering workers and leaders to go home safe every day.
About the Role
The Health & Safety Trainer & Consultant is a hands-on, client-facing role that blends engaging safety training with practical consulting support. You will work directly with workers, supervisors, and leadership teams to strengthen compliance, reduce risk, and improve workplace safety culture.
This is an individual contributor role for a seasoned safety professional who thrives in the field, enjoys building client relationships, and takes pride in delivering high-impact training and actionable solutions. You will see the results of your work firsthand — on job sites, in classrooms, and through long-term client partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
Training Delivery
- Deliver engaging, interactive, and outcomes-focused health and safety training programs across a variety of topics
- Adapt training content to meet client-specific needs while ensuring alignment with Ontario OH&S legislation and industry best practices
- Create an inclusive, respectful learning environment that encourages participation and real-world application
- Stay current on changes to legislation, standards, and emerging safety trends
- Support the onboarding and mentoring of junior trainers as needed (non-supervisory)
Consulting & Client Support
- Conduct safety gap audits, hazard assessments, and program reviews for client organizations
- Provide clear, practical recommendations to support legislative compliance and continuous improvement
- Partner with client leadership to identify risks, close gaps, and strengthen safety culture
- Assist clients with the development and improvement of safety policies, procedures, and programs
- Act as a trusted advisor, representing SafetyCo with professionalism and integrity
Operational & Business Support
- Deliver training and consulting services on time and to a high-quality standard
- Identify additional training or consulting opportunities based on client needs and refer appropriately
- Maintain accurate documentation for training sessions, certifications, and consulting activities
- Travel to client sites as required and support in-office or virtual projects when needed
Qualifications & Experience
- 5+ years of experience delivering adult education or safety training
- Strong working knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act and associated regulations
- Experience with safety consulting activities such as audits, hazard assessments, or program development
- Excellent facilitation, presentation, and client-facing communication skills
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Valid provincial driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and smartphone with data
Assets:
- Certifications such as Working at Heights, MEWP, Forklift, Confined Space
- Background in occupational health & safety management or consulting
Success in This Role
- Workers leave your training sessions confident, engaged, and able to apply what they’ve learned
- Clients trust you as a knowledgeable, practical advisor
- Training and consulting engagements consistently receive positive client feedback
- Your work contributes to safer workplaces and long-term client relationships
- You actively support the continuous improvement of SafetyCo’s training and consulting offerings
Why Join SafetyCo
- Competitive health benefits
- Generous PTO policy and strong work-life balance
- Company-wide paid “Recharge Days” in December, in addition to vacation
- Ongoing growth and career development opportunities
- Supportive, values-driven culture with regular company events
- Company swag storefront (because SafetyCo gear matters)