Health & Safety Lead

Job Description

EBC thinks outside the box and deploys all its know-how to carry out major infrastructure projects : bridges, roads, highways, tunnels, marine installations, etc.

Our ability to meet deadlines and budgets, as well as our vast expertise in the field, allow us to actively participate in large-scale projects such as the Samuel-De-Champlain Bridge, the Réseau Express Métropolitain (REM), and the Site C hydro-electric power station located near Fort St-John in British Columbia.

Our seasoned team of engineers, project managers and other specialists also put their energy into the construction of wind farms and to the benefit of hydroelectric projects such as dams, power stations, tunnels and dikes.

EBC is positioned as a true leader in this sector. Our range of specialized services has made our reputation in Canada.

EBC Inc is seeking a Health and Safety Lead to support operations in Vancouver. In this position you are responsible to monitor and support Health & Safety compliance on the project.

Responsible for auditing, inspecting and verifying the planning, organization and implementation of safety activities related to the prevention of accidents and occupational injuries on the projects.

Assist in the development and implementation of supervisor training, advise and make recommendations to project supervisors and management on safety matters.

Assist the company in maintaining COR certification by auditing the projects, identifying gaps, outlining an action plan, and providing input in the development of policies, programs, documentation and training resources for the safety team, management, supervisors, and workers to achieve success.

The duties of the Health and Safety Lead include :

• Conduct weekly site inspections and yearly audits to identify compliance with expected practices and look for opportunities for improvement;
• Provide safety-related information to Management, Project Manager, Supervisors;
• Supervise Health and Safety Coordinators on the project;
• Deliver general orientation for all new managers;
• Control Health and Safety related documentation to ensure that it continues to meet current regulations when it is distributed to the projects for use;
• Conduct and supervise accident investigations. Review and forward reports to Management and to HR to ensure reporting requirements are met;
• Assist in the development of documentation and programs that will maintain COR certification;
• When conducting site inspections, identify hazards and suggest controls related to the various jobs, procedures, equipment and contaminants or particular situations;
• Recommend appropriate means of accident and incident prevention to managers related to corrective actions required;
• Monitor the development of project's emergency response / evacuation plan;
• Provide input to help resolve problems related to a specific safety concern;
• Participate in official inquiries by Government Officials according to established rules and provide projects with guidance to comply with orders;
• Counsel management (project managers and superintendent) on the steps to take to meet the safety requirements;
• Participate in the creation of project specific standards, methods and safety procedures;
• Ensure the application and the follow-up of the OHS Management Program on the assigned project;
• Maintain contact with Site Superintendent, Project Manager and provide support to enable them to develop a positive safety culture on the project;
• Ensure consistency in expected safety performance on projects and verify that the progressive discipline system is being fairly and consistently applied;
• Track statistics related to both proactive activities and events to ensure that they fall in line with expectations;
• Contact HSE Manager for support or information when required.

Requirements

• Completion of a College or University program related to Safety practices in Construction;
• CRSP preferred;
• Work on Construction / Industrial sites specifically in British Columbia;
• Minimum 8 years in a health and safety role within the heavy civil construction industry;
• Geographic and Cultural Diversity Exposure to several regions, companies, and people to gain awareness of safety expectations and differences in business practices;
• Thorough knowledge of incident investigations and root cause analysis;
• Proficiency in the use of computer-related business tools such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and other commonly used programs (Paint, Adobe Acrobat, Database Programs and Internet Browsers);
• File management (copy, paste, rename, file and find) as well as taking screen shots and using basic graphics files (paint) to crop or highlight pictures and add text;
• Occupational Health and Safety training related to applicable Acts and Regulations, and an understanding of the background related to the requirement so they are able to describe why something should be done when questioned on it;
• Health and safety certifications including at a minimum a CHSO / NCSO Provincial recognition as well as working towards a minimum of Gold Seal Canadian Construction Association National Certification.
• A desire, serious ambition and action plan towards achieving a CRSP, CHSC or other senior OHS designation should be expected;
• Other standard safety related certifications (or the ability to achieve them) that allow for ease of moving on / between projects.
• First Aid, Confined Spaces Training);
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively when working within teams;
• Bilingual (an asset), but proficiency in English language with excellent communication skills (written and verbal) is required.

Skills and Attitudes Required / Competencies

• Independent and resourceful;
• Good communicator and positive leader;
• Teamwork;
• Mobile and adaptable;
• Works well under pressure;
• Disciplined and structured;
• Sense of responsibility and punctuality;
• Respects the confidentiality of the project and workers.

Benefits

• Competitive salary;
• 4 weeks of annual vacation;
• Flexible group insurance program upon entry;
• Group RRSP with employer contribution to a Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP);
• 24-hour access to a virtual doctor (telemedicine);
• Training and development programs;
• Employee assistance program;
• Active social club and health and wellness committee;
• Diverse, innovative and stimulating environment;
• A company built on values of respect, integrity and a job well done;
• Firm recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.

Requirements

• Completion of a College or University program related to Safety practices in Construction; CRSP preferred; Work on Construction / Industrial sites specifically in British Columbia;
• Minimum 8 years in a health and safety role within the heavy civil construction industry; Geographic and Cultural Diversity Exposure to several regions, companies, and people to gain awareness of safety expectations and differences in business practices;
• Thorough knowledge of incident investigations and root cause analysis; Proficiency in the use of computer-related business tools such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and other commonly used programs (Paint, Adobe Acrobat, Database Programs and Internet Browsers);
• File management (copy, paste, rename, file and find) as well as taking screen shots and using basic graphics files (paint) to crop or highlight pictures and add text;
• Occupational Health and Safety training related to applicable Acts and Regulations, and an understanding of the background related to the requirement so they are able to describe why something should be done when questioned on it;

Health and safety certifications including at a minimum a CHSO / NCSO Provincial recognition as well as working towards a minimum of Gold Seal Canadian Construction Association National Certification.

A desire, serious ambition and action plan towards achieving a CRSP, CHSC or other senior OHS designation should be expected;

Other standard safety related certifications (or the ability to achieve them) that allow for ease of moving on / between projects.

First Aid, Confined Spaces Training); Ability to work independently and communicate effectively when working within teams;

Bilingual (an asset), but proficiency in English language with excellent communication skills (written and verbal) is required.

Skills and Attitudes Required / Competencies Independent and resourceful; Good communicator and positive leader; Teamwork;

Mobile and adaptable; Works well under pressure; Disciplined and structured; Sense of responsibility and punctuality; Respects the confidentiality of the project and workers.