Health and Safety Coordinator

at  Erritt Construction Ltd

Key Accountabilities/Activities

• Job type: Full-time
• Typical hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 5:00pm

The Health and Safety Coordinator will be responsible for providing health and safety support to the management team, supervisors, and workers. This position will provide leadership and coordination of the day-to-day safety requirements of all construction projects, workshop projects, and work activities.
Job Duties and Responsibilities

SAFETY TRAINING AND EDUCATION:

• Ensure supervisors and management are verifying field staff training and competencies; consult the project management team and Financial Coordinator for compliance and action plan.
• Conduct health and safety training and education programs and demonstrate the use of safety equipment.
• Provide new-employee health and safety orientations and develop materials for these presentations.
• Coordinate all legislated safety training for employees, such as WHMIS, working at heights, first aid/CPR, etc.
• Develop and implement new health and safety training initiatives as dictated by the changing needs of departments.
• Maintain a physical and electronic database for the tracking of employee training requirements, enrolment, progress, records and certifications.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of five years’ experience in occupational health and safety in a construction or industrial environment.
• Working towards certification, or already certified, as a National Construction Safety Officer is preferred.
• Expert knowledge and understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and workers’ compensation legislation.
• Safety certification training (e.g., incident investigation, JHSC, WHMIS 2015, first aid/CPR, train-the-trainer) is considered a strong asset.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong English communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Must be a highly motivated, team-oriented individual with attention to detail and the ability to prioritize.
• Valid Ontario driver’s license required.
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: $65,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In perso

• Support and promote Human Resources department initiatives and provide assistance in the absence of HR personnel.
• Create reports and prepare business email correspondence on behalf of management.
• Prepare and maintain a directory of health and safety suppliers and consultants.
• Periodically act as a team leader to special task forces or teams.
• Exercise extreme discretion and confidentiality when exposed to sensitive information related to project scope or requirements.
• Maintain office cleanliness and oversee the stocking of departmental supplies and personal protective equipment.
• Other duties as required.