Occupational Health Nurse

About Us

Gerdau Long Steel North America is a leader in mini-mill steel production and steel recycling in North America, with an annual manufacturing capacity of approximately 10 million metric tons of mill finished steel products. Through a vertically integrated network of mini-mills, scrap recycling facilities and downstream operations, the company serves customers throughout the U.S. and Canada, offering a diverse and balanced product mix of merchant steel, rebar, structural shapes, fabricated steel, flat rolled steel and wire rod.  Gerdau is the largest recycler in the World. Each year, we transform millions of tons of scrap into steel that is used to build the future.

Why you'll love it here

At Gerdau it’s all about the people. Gerdau's growth is based on our purpose and on a vision focused on excellence. The measures of performance are customer satisfaction, the personal and professional growth of each employee, our communities, and the World.  Our culture thrives by embracing diversity, encouraging innovation and creating products that serve humanity.

About Gerdau

Gerdau  is a leader in mini-mill steel production and steel recycling in North America, with an annual manufacturing capacity of approximately 11.5 million metric tons of mill finished steel products. Through a vertically integrated network of mini-mills, scrap recycling facilities and downstream operations, the company serves customers throughout the U.S. and Canada, offering a diverse and balanced product mix of merchant steel, rebar, structural shapes, fabricated steel, flat rolled steel and wire rod.  Gerdau is the largest recycler in the world. Each year, we transform millions of tons of scrap into steel that is used to build the future.

COME JOIN OUR TEAM...... We are currently looking for an Occupational Health Nurse at our Selkirk, MB facility.

Basic Function:

Provide health care services to all employees and contractors at Gerdau's Manitoba Mill, Recycling and Bradley locations.

Job Summary:

Reporting directly to the Health & Safety Manager, you are in daily contact with managers, supervisors, administrative staff, hourly employees, contractors, union representatives & safety captains regarding injuries, first aid treatment, annual hearing tests, wellness initiatives (including EAP), first aid kit supplies & Disability Management issues.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• You are responsible for:
  • Supporting and administering the Disability Management program including return to work coordination and WCB processes/reporting
  • The hearing conservation program and medical screenings
  • Delivering health education and promoting preventative care initiatives
  • Wellness programs (such as gym membership benefits program information, EAP referrals)
  • Providing on-site first aid treatment to employees and contractors
• Review/analyze incident report data on a monthly/annual basis with site leadership and recommend corrective action to improve results
• Assist with other safety program activities as required

Qualifications:

• BN, RN, LPN, or Occupational Health Nursing Certificate designation
• Licensed Industrial Audiometric Technician (LIAT) or willingness to obtain
• 3-5 years Occupational Health Nursing in a manufacturing setting is preferred
• Emergency response experience
• Ergonomic experience is a definite asset
• Strong computer skills including proficiency in maintaining reports and documentation
• Superior communication (written & verbal) interpersonal and organizational skills to maintain accurate records and ensure confidentiality

Additional Incentives:

- This is a permanent full-time Monday to Friday position

- Gerdau offers excellent benefits including:

• Health, dental, vision, short & long term disability
• Basic life / accidental life insurance
• Defined contribution RRSP / RPP with company matching
• Employee Assistance program
• Tuition Reimbursement program

Gerdau is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship.