Safety Advisor

Responsibilities

• Conduct new employee safety orientations and arranging additional training as necessary
• Maintain records of training and monitor/plan for future training requirements
• Assist with the supervision of Hazard Assessments and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) (Hazard assessment, analysis, and control)
• Conduct monthly Health & Safety audits to assess the effectiveness of the Company Safety Program while identifying any areas for improvement
• Recommend corrective actions and follow up to ensure resolution of identified issues
• Make daily work site inspections to identify unsafe actions and/or conditions
• Investigate and provide timely reports of all incidents/accidents (personal injury, property damage, near misses,
• Organize and facilitate regular toolbox talks
• Participate in monthly Joint Health & Safety meetings and effective communication of safety information to division managers
• Create/update the health and safety manual, policies, and procedures
• Create/update Safe work practices and Safe work procedures
• Establish preventative maintenance policy and procedure for overdue/defective PPE, tools, equipment, vehicles
• Organize emergency preparedness policy and procedure (emergency prevention, preparedness, and response)
• Maintain statistics and records to measure OHS performance
• Be familiar with applicable legislation, regulations, and standards to maintain compliance.
• Review the effectiveness of the health and safety management system and suggestions for continual improvement
• Manage/assist in managing employee’s return to work program on site to ensure employee recovery and return to work
• Travel may be required
• Additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Three to five years of relevant safety experience in a construction, unionized environment.
• Professional Safety designation (CSS, CSO, NHSA, NCSO, CRST, CRSP) would be considered an asset.
• Strong understanding of applicable legislation, regulations, and standards to maintain compliance.

Business Requirements

• A detail-oriented focus with strong analytical expertise.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office programs.

Social Requirements

• A detail-oriented focus with strong analytical expertise.
• Effective communication with all levels of management.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills coupled with proven ability to work well in a fast-paced, deadline driven environ

As a member of the OSCO Construction Group, PreCon offers a comprehensive compensation package including health and dental coverage, life insurance, RRSP and tax-free savings account options. Additionally, we offer educational scholarships to dependents of employees, health & wellness programming, and team celebratory events.