Executive Director OH&S

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for the Occupational Health and Safety Division
• Lead a team of managers and directors to promote worker safety and accident prevention across Nova Scotia
• Oversee regulatory and non-regulatory programs, including inspection, compliance, and enforcement
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with safety partners and represent the division on local, regional, and national committees
• Manage human and financial resources while promoting a diverse and healthy workplace culture

Requirements

• Several years of leadership and management experience, including a minimum of three years at the senior level
• University degree or significant related experience in occupational health, workplace safety, or a regulatory environment
• Progressive experience in policy and program development and operational management
• Proven ability to build and manage stakeholder relationships at an executive level
• Strong negotiation, decision-making, and communication skills
• Ability to lead complex organizations and execute strategic change

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing regionally dispersed teams
• Experience working within municipal, provincial, or federal government
• Experience representing a jurisdiction's interests on national or multi-jurisdictional committees

Benefits

• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance
• General illness, short-term, and long-term disability coverage
• Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs
• Access to career development, guidance, and ongoing training

About the Company

The Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration works to provide fairness, safety, and prosperity for all Nova Scotians. The Safety Branch is responsible for delivering effective regulatory management to protect the public and workers through education, outreach, inspection, and enforcement.