Occupational Health and Safety Technician

Primary Function:

To provide technical, site level and "hands on" expertise of the organizations safety management system. Ensures adherence to all company and legislated policy and procedure contributing to an incident free construction project. Utilize past experiences and formal training to assist, coordinate/direct the efforts of the project team prior/during the planning, mobilization, execution and demobilization phases ensuring the safe, reliable and effective performance contributing to total client and company satisfaction.

Specific Responsibilities:

Leads and assists in the construction project "scope of work" clarification, when required, to determine the appropriate level of task/risk assessments are complete with client and project team. Acts as the focal point/link between the client, internal management and labor ensuring details and expectations of personal safety performance are clear and understood. Ensures that all man-power/tools/equipment/materials (PPE) and facilities and overall project safety resources are aligned and committed. Acts as a resource on all project task activities providing coaching and mentoring to supervisory and labor staff and champions the incident prevention/investigation process and conflict resolution follow up, internal and external with the client involving safety, quality control, schedule and performance concerns. Monitors project activities, ensuring compliance to all legislative, organizational and client safety policy and procedure guidelines. Ensures all monitoring/reporting systems are in place and adhered to, ensuring the accurate daily progress reporting and safety compliance statistics. Tracks and reports internally and to client on project changes that will adversely affect employee and equipment risk. Informs construction manager of progress and complies with all organizational reporting requirements. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Formal Education:

High School diploma or equivalent required. Post-secondary certification diploma or degree from an accredited college, university or technical school in a relevant discipline considered an asset. Demonstrated knowledge, skills and abilities regarding OSH principles. Training and professional development from an accredited industry association.

Professional Designation Required:

Board of Certified Safety Professional STS(C) and/or CHST or equivalent preferred.

Experience:

5-10 years proven proficiency in an industrial or commercial work environment in a project coordination capacity. Excellent technical, planning, organization, communication and leadership skills. We are an equal opportunity employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): How many years of experience do you have in Occupational Health and Safety in an industrial or commercial work environment? Are you comfortable working in an onsite setting? Are you comfortable commuting to this job's location? Do you have the following license or certification: Construction Health and Safety Technician? Do you have the following license or certification: Safety Trained Supervisor Construction (STSC)?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location:

In person