Disability Management Specialist

GFL Environmental Inc.

. Manage full-cycle short-term and long-term disability claims .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeRemote • CanadaJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing full-cycle disability claims and facilitating the disability application process while ensuring compliance with Occupational Health and Safety legislation and the Employment Standards Act. Proficient in developing training sessions and preparing statistical reports to support effective disability management.

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Disability ManagementHR Function ExperienceMS Office Suite ProficiencyInterpersonal Communication SkillsAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Disability Claims ManagementStatistical Trend AnalysisReport PreparationTraining DevelopmentReturn-to-Work Coordination

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsSelf-StarterProactive ApproachAbility to Handle Multiple Tasks

Tools & Technologies

MS WordMS ExcelMS Outlook

Industry Keywords

Occupational Health and Safety LegislationEmployment Standards ActDisability Management TrainingReturn-to-Work GoalsVendor Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage full-cycle short-term and long-term disability claims
Facilitate the disability application process by working with employees and direct managers to explain the process and gather assessment information
Partner with external vendors to determine appropriate return-to-work goals
Coordinate return-to-work meetings
Support planning between employees and supervisors, intervening when necessary
Develop and implement disability management training sessions
Prepare statistical trend analysis
Develop regional injury and trend reports
Expedite monthly reports using graphs and charts
Collaborate with vendors, operations teams, HR, and other stakeholders on early and safe return to work, accommodations, and modified duties
Report to the Manager of Disability Management

Requirements

What you’ll need

2–3 years of experience in an HR function, with exposure to disability management
College Diploma or University Degree specializing in Human Resources, with an interest in Disability Management
Proficiency with MS Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization
Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Self-starting and proactive
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Comprehensive knowledge of disability management, Occupational Health and Safety legislation, and the Employment Standards Act
Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located
No visa sponsorship provided

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Life insurance
Paid time-off
RRSP matching
Profit sharing
Competitive wages
Growth opportunities
Continuous learning opportunities