Field Safety Superintendent - Nanaimo, Canada - Lafarge Canada Inc

Lafarge Canada Inc

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Nanaimo, Canada

4 days ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Why work for Lafarge?:
As the global leader in innovative and sustainable building materials, we're committed to shaping a

greener,

smarter and

healthier world. At Lafarge Canada Inc.,

safety comes first,

collaboration matters and

diversity is celebrated with people who share our desire to continually

make our materials better.
Do you have the drive, the skills, and the passion to join us?

Overview:

Reporting to the GM of Vancouver Island, the Field Operations Superintendent oversees the company's safety and environmental systems as it applies to successful product manufacturing and delivery, project management, and client satisfaction.

This role supports the operations to ensure Lafarge continues to lead the way in safety and environmental excellence and employer of choice.

The Field Operations Superintendent is to provide support to both the hourly and salary employees in respect to plant and jobsite safety as well as other tasks related to safety and environment.

This is conducted by providing onsite support for operators as well as participating in project hazard assessments in partnership with the Supervisors; both prior to the job commencing and on an ongoing basis.

Responsibilities:

Safety:

Ensure all training certifications are valid, and reschedule when required
Coordinate and facilitate Annual Kick Off Meetings for all employees
Facilitate Preemployment and Post incident testing
Track Division's safety leading and lagging indicators and communicate to senior management team
Conducting inspections and audits
Facilitate incident investigations, liaise with regulatory authorities, and ensure compliance
Participate in industry related meetings promoting best practices and articulating employees concerns
Execute corporate and Division specific policies, and safety initiatives to improve overall safety performance
Coach and train Managers and Supervisors on internal and external safety policies and programs
Maintaining/Improving COR Certification

Management/Project Support:

Oversee all projects to ensure safety and environment compliance for product delivery
Conduct risk assessments and provide suggested controls for risks associated with acquired jobs
Assist in problem solving site management issues access, traffic management plans, signage, wash out areas, safe limits of approach, encroachment of excavations, etc.
Liaise with contractor safety personnel and provide professional support if required
Provide onsite supervision for operators

Specific Accountabilities:

Ensure maintenance of safety mechanisms on fleet and plant processes
Assist to communicate operational learning's to operators
Manage MVA reporting documents, and lead ICBC claim disputes
Manage the Division's Contractor Management Program auditing procedures and process to ensure regulatory requirements are met
Facilitate CSM program, coordinate orientations, record keeping, distribute discipline letters, audit contractor safety programs
Evaluate safety features on new and current equipment, trial new innovations, and provide feedback for management

Qualifications:

Education and Work Experience:

Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health and Safety
Minimum 3 years of industry related safety experience
Previous experience demonstrating skills in project management, operations, or production
Experience in a unionized environment is an asset

Knowledge and Skills:

Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Capable of working on multidisciplinary team and independently
Demonstrated strong problem solving skills
Ability to think quickly in high stress situations
Capable of maintaining composure in fast past industry
Strong ability to influence and lead others at all levels in the organization

Competencies:

Passionate about "Safety First"
Influencing others "Buy-In"
Team player
Innovative
Motivational
Commitment & Consistent

_ As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required._

LafargeHolcim:
As we are reinventing the way the world builds, we need world-class talent to join our Lafarge Canada team: people who are

passionate, driven by

curiosity and keen to

grow,

learn, develop and

thrive in our high-performance culture.

Whatever you do, you will make a difference here. Because we know that your passion and curiosity are the natural resources the world needs.