About the company
Homestar Group is your trusted partner for all renovation and property maintenance needs, from foundation to rooftop. We serve residential and commercial properties throughout the Greater Saint John Region and beyond.
About the Role
Homestar Group is seeking a dedicated, highly organized Safety Advisor & Training Specialist to oversee, implement, and maintain our corporate safety programs across our office and field operations.
In this role, you will be the frontline champion for our safety culture, ensuring our crews remain fully compliant with the New Brunswick Occupational Health and Safety Act and associated regulations. You will split your time between maintaining rigorous administrative documentation and conducting active on-site inspections alongside our Project Managers and Crew Leads.
Location: Quispamsis, New Brunswick
Position: Full-Time, Permanent
Eligibility: Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or individuals with a valid Canadian work permit.
Please Note: We thank all candidates for their interest in our company; however, only those who meet the required qualifications and experience will be contacted for an interview.
What You'll Do
Health & Safety Program Administration
- Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of company health and safety policies, procedures, and programs.
- Monitor provincial regulatory changes and communicate updates promptly to management and workers.
- Ensure safety documentation remains current and compliant with applicable legislation, codes of practice, industry standards, and specific client requirements.
- Prepare daily and weekly safety reports, including weekly priority notes and a weekly update report for the COO.
- Maintain accurate health and safety statistics, records, and incident trends to identify ongoing opportunities for improvement.
- Maintain thorough, up-to-date records related to training, inspections, incidents, audits, employee certifications, and regulatory compliance.
Workplace Inspections & Risk Management
- Conduct regular workplace and site inspections, safety audits, and compliance assessments to identify hazards and verify safety compliance.
- Assist supervisors and workers in identifying, assessing, and controlling workplace hazards while monitoring the effectiveness of implemented controls.
- Participate actively in Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), risk assessments, and the development of safe work procedures.
- Recommend corrective actions to address unsafe conditions and practices. Authorized by company policy to stop or suspend work when an imminent danger to health or safety exists, escalating unresolved concerns to management immediately.
- Monitor contractor activities on-site for compliance with applicable company and provincial safety standards.
Incident Management & Employee Support
- Coordinate incident, injury, illness, and near-miss reporting processes.
- Participate in and lead investigations to determine root causes, recommend corrective actions, and track them to ensure timely completion.
- Support and coordinate return-to-work, injury management, and employee accommodation programs where applicable.
Training & Safety Culture
- Coordinate and maintain comprehensive safety orientation programs for all new hires.
- Identify training needs based on legislative requirements, workplace hazards, and organizational objectives. Deliver or arrange health and safety training as required.
- Promote a positive safety culture throughout the organization by facilitating toolbox talks, safety meetings, and awareness campaigns while encouraging worker participation in hazard reporting.
Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC)
- Act as an active resource to the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC). Assist with meeting coordination, agenda preparation, and documentation.
- Track committee recommendations and corrective actions, and support workplace inspections and investigations conducted by the committee.
Emergency Plans
- Assist in the development and maintenance of emergency response plans.
- Coordinate emergency drills, exercises, and ensure emergency equipment inspections are completed.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 3–5 years of dedicated experience in a health and safety role, preferably within the construction or skilled trades industry.
- A diploma or certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) or a related field is considered a strong asset.
- Strong, working knowledge of the New Brunswick Occupational Health and Safety Act, regulations, and industry best practices.
- Experience conducting inspections, incident investigations, and risk assessments. Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) for tracking safety metrics.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently, manage multiple site priorities, and communicate safety expectations firmly but professionally to both field crews and management.
Why Join Homestar?
Homestar Group is a well-established company with a large and expanding client base. We offer:
- Competitive Compensation
- Manulife Extended Health Coverage
- RRSP Contribution
- Goodlife Fitness Discounts and More!
How to Apply:
Send your resume to [email protected] with the subject line:
Safety Advisor & Training Specialist – [Your Name]”
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Experience:
- Construction Safety Training: 3 years (required)
- Safety Advisor: 3 years (preferred)
Language:
Location:
- Quispamsis, NB E2G 2B5 (preferred)
Work Location: In person
