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Health & Safety Coordinator - Greater Sudbury, Canada - Pioneer Construction

Pioneer Construction

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Greater Sudbury, Canada

4 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Pioneer Construction is looking for a hard-working, self-motivated employee with a proven record of safety and reliability to fill the position of Health & Safety Coordinator.

The Health and Safety Coordinator will assist with the development, maintenance, and review of a comprehensive occupational health and safety program.

The Health and Safety Coordinator will ensure awareness of and compliance with company standards, requirements, policies and procedures to minimize risks and improve health and safety performance.

This is a full-time permanent position available with competitive wages and a benefits package.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop, implement, and monitor the health and safety management system in consultation with the management team.
Conduct regular workplace/site inspections including the ability to monitor and recommend corrective action; Collaborate with Managers and Supervisors to monitor compliance and identify and resolve safety issues.
Assist in the development and maintenance of health and safety policies and procedures.
Ensure all regulatory requirements are being adhered to including ensuring employees work in compliance with company health and safety standards, in addition to industry and mining regulations.
Execute and/or coordinate internal inspections, internal audits, and investigations and initiate and realize corrective actions in case of deviations.
Deliver safety orientation and training for all new and existing employees.
Maintain records of all health and safetyrelated training.
Conduct hazard assessments and risk assessments on equipment and products.
Perform shop and job site inspections and hold jobsite orientations.
Conduct accident investigations and document and collect information as required.
Assist the Human Resources department with workplace investigations.
Attend Health and Safety and project site meetings and training sessions.
Maintain SDS Information and perform followups on jobsite inspection sheets.
Make recommendations on personal protective equipment and oversee approved safety supplies list.
Analyze the relevant lagging and leading indicators to take or recommend appropriate actions.
Set and monitor yearly program targets (i.e., meeting attendance, minor incidents, etc.) and compile those statistics.
Participate in various projects as they relate to the health and safety function of the company.
Manage all relevant and related administrative duties including assisting with WSIB and return to work program.
Travel between sites as required.
Ability to work on various mine site properties.
Required to pass comprehensive preaccess testing that includes but is not limited to a background check, a drug and alcohol screen and fitness for work testing.
Attend training, conferences, and symposiums as required.
Other duties as required.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or related field.
Minimum of 23 years experience in health and safety experience, preferably in the construction or mining industry.
Possession of a valid G License and a clear driver's abstract is required.
Standard First Aid, CPR and AED Certification are required.
Joint Health and Safety Certification is required.
Professional Health and Safety designation such as Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST), National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO), Certified Health and Safety Consultant (CHSC) or working towards designation is an asset.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Familiar with Workers' Compensation Board (WSIB) regulations and policies and work collaboratively with HR to provide support.
Good understanding of current Ontario legislation and regulations.
Ability to prepare and deliver detailed reports and develop safety policies and procedures.
Good understanding of data analysis and risk assessment.
Applied knowledge of hazardous materials, safe work planning and execution, working at heights, confined spaces safety, Excavation and trenching, Hoisting and rigging, Transportation of dangerous goods, industrial hygiene and 18001 OH&S Management System
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers (bilingualEnglish and French).
Ability to occasionally work long and irregular hours, which can include night shifts, weekends and/or holidays.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary services.
Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
Capable of all physical requirements including lifting (up to 20lb), bending, climbing, crawling, etc.

Perks & Benefits: