Health & Safety Coordinator – Construction

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Our Scarborough-based client, a well-established electrical construction firm is in need of a Health & Safety Coordinator to keep the ‘safety’ message front and centre for all employees. This role is responsible for maintaining and promoting occupational health and safety measures on site, and ensuring employees acknowledge and adhere to safety programs. The successful candidate should demonstrate the ability to lead, manage, influence and change.

Responsibilities:
• Ensure compliance with legislative requirements of the Ministry of Labour, Occupational Health and Safety Act, and WSIB.
• Travel to sites to perform regular inspections to identify and report any workplace hazards and/or accident prevention (vehicle provided)
• Manage accident/incident investigations to determine root cause, insure corrective action(s) have been implemented and proper closure is obtained
• Ensure smooth flow and proper filing of paperwork and due diligence
• Liaise with 3rd party safety consultants to develop and implement safety management systems
• Authorize Form 7 reports
• Coordinate and chair quarterly safety meetings with foremen, to administer health and safety management programs and receive workers’ concerns, complaints and recommendations
• Compile and distribute safety newsletter and bulletins on a regular basis

Qualifications:
• Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in a similar role on a large site
• University/College degree preferred
• Strong computer proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Highly detail-oriented with strong communication skills
• Strong knowledge of OHSA and WSIB a must
• Experience in a construction environment
• G Driver’s licence, good driving record

Compensation:
• Salary: $50-60K commensurate with experience
• Vacation: 2 weeks
• Benefits
• Use of company vehicle to perform site visits

We thank all those who apply however, only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted. Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship. Please send applications to [email protected] and quote job ref #OECH&S150508.