Health and Safety Coordinator - Edmonton, Canada - Colas

Colas

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Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Subsidiary:
Colas Canada Inc.

Colas Canada is part of the Colas Group, a world leader in transportation infrastructure construction and maintenance. The Colas Group also has a network of companies in the USA.

Mission:

The Health and Safety Coordinator advises and assists Project Management in the formulation, implementation and management of health and safety management system and project safety plan.

Reports organizationally to the MIP Safety Manager.

Ensures that the project safety plan reflects company policy and provides a coordinated plan for the overall project which complies with the prevailing safety requirements at each location.

This is site-based job and requires availability on a rotational basis for all hours when construction is in process
- including afternoons and weekends as schedule dictates.

Main Responsibilities:

Advises and assists the most senior construction site representative in the establishment and management of MIP HSE processes, identifying and eliminating/controlling any hazards to persons and property.
Attend meetings as requested (e.g., MIP, contractor, client). Communicate pertinent information to MIP Safety Manager and other stakeholders as needed.
Utilize safety management software to document incidents (including proactive events), meetings, inspections, orientations, observations, and corrective actions.
Conduct inspections as requested.
Review contractor documentation associated with work activities to confirm a proper hazard assessment has been completed and required permits are in place.
Engage managers and supervisors in the risk assessment process for new or modified work activities.
Participate in the development and/or review of SWP/SJP/AHA as requested.
Provide safety orientations (as needed) to personnel, including MIP employees, contractors, vendors and visitors.
Oversee provision and documentation of first aid treatment and communication to appropriate personnel when applied.
Assist supervisors with conducting incident investigations to ensure the identification of root causes and corrective actions.
Complete prequalification of potential contractors and review of safety plans prior to mobilization.
Develop and/or provide training materials to workers as requested.
Maintain active and visible involvement using open communication with employees and stakeholders regarding HSE issues on the project.
Provide assistance as requested with internal or external audits and corrective action plans.
Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate or assigned by MIP Safety Manager.

Profile:

- ...Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related field (or equivalent experience) and typically 5+ years of related work experience in the field of Health and Safety.

Requires a thorough knowledge of Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations, Codes and reporting procedures, as well as good communication and interpersonal skills.
Must have a minimum of 5 years previous field related construction or light rail transit experience.

Colas Canada Inc.

expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

Improper interference with the ability of Colas Canada Inc. employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.