PPCL H.S.E Advisor at Propak

Meota, Saskatchewan, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Health and safety management, Incident investigation, Emergency response planning, Risk assessment, Auditing, Training facilitation, Regulatory compliance, Leadership, Communication, Conflict resolution, Microsoft Office, Data analysis, Mentoring, Documentation management, Site inspection, Safety training

Industry

Oil and Gas

Description

Job Summary Duties and Responsibilities • Be knowledgeable with PPCLs Health Safety Management System. • Ensure PPCL’s procedures, practices and the Health Safety Management System are adhered to by all on site and referred to when required. • Ensure all safety equipment is in place and ready to be used on the project site for Day 1. • Support project management team (Manager, Superintendent, Supervisor, Foremen) for all aspects of HSE. • Be available during work shift/rotation 24/7 in the event of emergencies. Regular work hours may vary depending on business or circumstances which you will be compensated for. • PPCL work email must be accessible on HSE Advisors phone for communication purposes. • Adhere to the Drug and Alcohol Policy, Workplace Violence and Harassment and Attendance Policy provided by HR. • Promptly forward concerns brought forward by internal and external stakeholders to site management and Corporate Safety. • Liaise with client, prime contractor, and sub-contractor safety departments in a professional manner. • Represent and liaise with Occupational Health and Safety Officers and any other regulatory authorities in a professional manner. • Communicate and conduct incident investigations, including near misses, in a timely manner (witness statements, pictures, securing area if required). Establish root cause and preventative measures along with corrective actions and communicate to all parties involved and follow up until close out. Communicate with site management and Corporate Safety injured personnel and assist where necessary. • Assist worker with WCB submission (must be completed within 72 hours). Assist with the return-to-work program with site management and Corporate Safety, ensuring medical limitations are adhered to by the worker. • Drug and Alcohol testing may be required following any incident/near miss. Only with direction from senior management or corporate management, HSE advisor may have to coordinate Drug and Alcohol test to be conducted from an incident. • Identify substandard practices and initiate corrective actions. Ensure corrective actions are assigned, communicated, and completed in a timely manner. • Conduct and participate in audits as required. • Develop and implement site specific Emergency Response Plans. • Ensure ERP drills are completed on site, document – minimum 1 quarterly (tabletop, man down, etc.). • Complete site-specific job hazard assessment for each job at the project sites. • Conduct safety walks engaging workers throughout each day. • Complete site inspections as required. • Track and review BBO’s – communicate trends at site and to Corporate Safety. • Follow up on deficiencies/corrective action items with supervisor in a timely manner. • Establishes and maintains strong relationships with internal and external PPCL clientele. • Communicates respectfully and ethically with all internal and external stakeholders. • Present new industry initiatives to site management and Corporate Safety. • Enforce the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) by all workers, contractors, and visitors on site always. • Coordinate availability, maintain and ensure functionality of all field safety equipment (personal monitors, fire extinguishers, first aid kits, eye wash, AEDs, etc). • Identify and communicate to Corporate Safety any errors, or suggested revisions in the Health Safety Management System. • Provide a written monthly summary to the Corporate Safety Manager on the HSE accomplishments and/or project highlights in regards to safety on the worksite. • Communicate and post safety bulletins to ensure all workers on site are aware of changes and information. • Maintain safety records, perform administrative and record-keeping functions and procedures with an emphasis on confidentiality. • Develop and facilitate presentations (including PowerPoint) to personnel on site if required. (Safety Standowns, etc) • Attend/participate in client required meetings representing PPCL. • Participate, facilitate and/or attend on-site safety meetings including: o General worker safety meetings o Site management (manager/superintendent/supervisor/foreman) safety meetings when requested. o Client safety meeting when requested. o Safety Committee meetings when required o Management safety meetings o Emergency Response Team meetings o Safety Standown • Conduct/coordinate site-specific orientations for workers and contractors including: o New hire, returning worker, contractor orientations. • Verify that the worker(s) training (if required) is available and current for the following: o H2S Alive o Fall protection o Aerial work platform, skid steer, zoom boom, forklift, backhoe. o WHMIS 2015 o CSTS o First Aid o Hazard assessment o TDG o Confined space o Ground Disturbance Level II o Fit test where necessary o And others as required for position/role for jurisdiction requirements. • Maintain and monitor Training Matrix – advisor sups/workers when something is coming due, if worker is expired advise sup and worker • Monitor and maintain orientations (client and PPCLs) ensuring all workers complete as required • Add and remove all workers as required for hiring – add to Complyworks, ISN and the Training Matrix and their personal folders where training tickets will be stored • Complete inspections as per inspection frequency chart (includes site inspections, and all safety equipment) including 3rd party air (SCBA/spider trailers) • Monthly complete and send in HSE monthly summary including tracking/trending of all at risk and safe cards • Incident and investigation as required – maintain and manage the incident log with updates as needed. Manage injured workers (completed modified worker agreement if required and advise HSE manager/Construction manager of all updates on worker) • Communicate any revised or required procedure/JSA’s etc to be update in manual or other areas • Assist site superintendent • Review/audit critical safety documents, FLRA/FLHAs, permits, JSA’s, procedures, etc. • Coach and mentor daily (BBO/near miss/haz IDs) • Advocate PPCL safety expectations • Actively participate in BBO/hazard ID program as well – expect 1 per day Prerequisites Education • Candidates must possess at least one of the following credentials: o NCSO (National Construction Safety Officer) or CSO (Construction Safety Officer) designation o CSSE (Canadian Society of Safety Engineering) accreditation which could include CRSP (Canadian Registered Safety Professional) or CHSC (Certified Health & Safety Consultant) designation. o Certificate of Occupational Health and Safety through a recognized University o Designation or Industry accredited association (BCSP, BCRSP, etc) • Candidates must possess: o Valid drivers license and clean drivers abstract. o Current H2S Alive o Current First Aid o Ground Disturbance o Fall Protection o CSTS o Confined Space Entry o WHMIS • Other safety-related credentials would be considered an assess such as safety training in: o Aerial Work Platform o Train-the Trainer o TDG o Hazard assessment o Accident/incident investigation o WCB claims & disability management. o Safety basics or leadership in safety excellence o Auditor status o Substance abuse/drug & alcohol o Back injury prevention o Additional training will be provided as required for specific jurisdictions. o Other certificates of training will be considered. Experience, Skills, and Abilities o 3+ years of Health, Safety and Environmental experience in the Oil & Gas Industry, within the applicable jurisdiction. o Proficiency in use of Microsoft word, excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and outlook. o Experience using safety documentation or safety related software is an asset. o Experience dealing with multiple internal and external stakeholders. o Leadership qualities with the ability to lead change and foster an environment of cooperation and collaboration. Lead by example. o Strong communication skills. o Communicates with all levels of the company, clients, prime contractors, sub-contractors and external stakeholders. o Contributing to the continuing development and improvement of the PPCL Health and Safety management system. o Directing when required, supporting, coaching and mentoring. o Working independently as well as in a team environment. o Team player ethics/attitude. o Maintaining a high standard of efficiency and productivity. o Excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills, and a champion for safety. o Exceptional time management skills and ability to work under tight timelines. o Able to follow procedures. o Organizational skills. o Takes initiative. o Diplomatic. o Assist with solutions to problems/concerns/issues and making sound independent decisions when required. o Proactive mind set. o Negotiating, comfortable with making recommendations. o Facilitate meetings and capture meeting minutes. o Attention to detail and accuracy in report writing, emails, presentations, etc. o Professional and ethical. o Measure worker performance accurately. Work Environment • Construction sites are usually at remote locations, requiring frequent travel and accommodation away from home for extended periods. • Work in extreme outdoor weather conditions (heat/cold). • Multiple interruptions throughout the day require adjustment to priorities and effective multi- tasking. Physical Requirements • Must be Fit for Duty. • Must wear company standard PPE when at project sites and office. Constructions site PPE includes CSA approved steel toed boots, FR coveralls, head protection, eye protection, and hand protection are required. • Ability to walk on uneven terrain on work sites. Performance Measures • Provide and input safety statistical information before the 4th day of each month. • Conduct Site Specific hazard assessment for the work site. (if we are Prime Contractor) • Ensure vehicle pre-inspection checklists are completed daily. • Complete and submit daily site inspection documentation. • Scan (store) and input all daily safety generated documentation in a timely manner. • Produce reports, presentations, HSE statistical information to senior management when required. • Maintain safety equipment inventory logs including: o Gas monitors o AEDs o First Aid Kits o SCBA o Fire extinguisher (non-vehicle) The ideal candidate * Mature self-starter with strong personal accountability * Ability to adapt quickly to changing field conditions and project demands * Capable of working independently while contributing effectively within a team environment * Confident communicator with the ability to influence positive safety behaviors * Strong personality and leadership presence to coach, mentor, and guide workers, including those resistant to change * Professional judgment to maintain appropriate boundaries between business relationships and friendships * High level of integrity, professionalism, and consistency Skills & Competencies * Strong interpersonal and leadership skills * Ability to influence without authority * Effective conflict resolution and coaching ability * Organized and detail-oriented * Computer literate, including digital safety platforms, reporting systems, and Microsoft Office applications * Ability to balance operational productivity with safety requirements Professional Expectations * Leads by example and demonstrates visible safety leadership * Maintains professionalism while building trust and credibility with crews * Holds workers and supervisors accountable in a respectful and constructive manner Supports continuous improvement of safety processes and field engagement o Ensuring workers

Responsibilities

The HSE Advisor is responsible for implementing and monitoring the Health, Safety, and Environmental management system to ensure site compliance and worker safety. They conduct incident investigations, perform site inspections, facilitate safety training, and maintain accurate safety documentation and training records.