Construction Safety Officer

Job Description

Vacancy type: Existing

We are currently seeking a qualified Construction Safety Officer to join our infrastructure team, based out of Toronto, ON. The Construction Safety Officer will be responsible performing construction assurance and compliance activities on the Ontario Line subway project.

Bantrel Infrastructure, is a key sub-vendor to Bechtel, have been appointed the Delivery Partner within an integrated team with the customer, Metrolinx, for the Ontario Line Subway (OLS) Project and will work in a Delivery Partner role within an integrated team with the customer organization for a Subway Project in Toronto, Ontario. The project scope includes the design build, operations and maintenance of all infrastructure and rail systems associated with 15 stations and over 15 km of new alignment, being performed by two key PPP Contractors and multiple advanced early works (EAW) packages Contractors and two large Progressive Design Build Contracts. The scope includes both managing the Works associated with the program and with the individual construction projects.

Join us in this full-time permanent role

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Support Project teams to develop Safe Work Procedures and to implement effectively for the safe execution of the works

• Perform formal inspections and audits to ensure compliance with the relevant OHS legislation, standards and contract requirements

• Provide day to day oversight for on-site construction work conducted by contractors to assess contractor compliance against the relevant OHSA legislation and contract requirements, support with the identification of hazards and implementation of risk mitigation controls

• Review site activities and provide support for the protection of workers as well as public, infrastructure and operations

• Engage, coordinate and work with Integrated Project Team and internal/external stakeholders to provide consistent and continuous support

• In collaboration with the Integrated Project team, review, analyze and outline construction activities and work areas to ensure safe and efficient delivery

• Participate and/or support others with incident investigations, including follow up actions to ensure implementation of identified corrective actions

• Assist the Safety Director and Safety team with other tasks as required

Qualifications

• 5-7 years experience in construction safety

• Experience in railway safety, infrastructure and heavy civil projects

• Strong working knowledge of Ontario OHSA Act and Regulations with an enhanced level of knowledge and experience in construction requirements.

• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

• Experience in managing multitasks and multiple priorities within time frames

• Ability to establish collaborative and effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Why Join Bantrel?

We offer a competitive compensation package, a great learning environment, interesting & challenging work and the opportunity for career advancement.

Base Annual Salary: $100,000 to $125,000 CAD per year (Bantrel provides a competitive compensation package that reflects the skills, qualifications, and experience relevant to the role. The figures shared represent base salary only and do not include other elements of the Total Rewards offering. Final compensation will be determined based on the successful candidate’s experience and alignment with the role requirements.)

Please note: This salary range is specific to this opportunity and location. Similar roles in other locations or projects may have different compensation ranges based on market conditions and role requirements.

• Immediate access to a comprehensive benefits package that provides extended health, dental, vison, prescription coverage and flexible healthcare and personal spending accounts (no waiting period)

• Employer Group RRSP plan with no matching required

• Eligible employees can participate in our Earned Day Off program (EDO) providing alternate Fridays off (based on annual calendar)

• Hybrid remote work program (up to 52 days per year, based on eligibility)

• Explore the many reasons to be part of our team

Additional Information

Our culture is guided by our Mission and Values, these shape how we treat one another, our Clients, and how we achieve excellence. Bantrel has a long and vibrant history of local community involvement, employee volunteerism, and corporate philanthropy. Bantrel encourages applications from people with disabilities. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process. Bantrel is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes and values Indigenous perspectives. Learn more about our approach to diversity and inclusion here.

As part of the recruitment process, successful clearance of applicable pre-employment checks is required which may include Criminal Background/Police Information check, Drug & Alcohol test, Reference checks as well as submittal of Provincial Driver’s Abstract. Please note only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted - all other resumes will be retained for future consideration. No phone calls or unsolicited agency resumes please. AI technology is utilized by Bantrel as part of our recruitment process.