construction safety officer

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• or equivalent experience

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• At heights

Work setting

• General office

Tasks

• Assist manager in the implementation of safety programs
• Evaluate safety programs
• Examine plans, drawings and site layouts
• Plan safety programs
• Provide information / training to employers, employees and general public
• Inspect to ensure that safe working conditions are maintained
• Inspect existing buildings for structural defects and fire hazards

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• First Aid Certificate
• Construction Safety Training Systems (CSTS) Certificate

Type of inspection

• New and existing buildings

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Parking paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Physically demanding

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Hard hat
• Cellular phone

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Experience

• 2 years to less than 3 years

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning / training paid by employer
• On-site amenities
• On-site housing options
• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Subsidised public transportation
• Parking available
• Wellness program