We're Hiring: Health & Safety Coordinator (Maternity Leave Coverage)
At BELFOR, we restore more than buildings—we restore peace of mind.
As a global leader in property restoration for over 70 years, we help people recover from the unexpected.
About BELFOR
BELFOR is a global leader in property restoration, helping families and businesses recover from fire, water, storm, and other disaster-related damage. We’re dedicated to restoring properties and rebuilding lives. Join a team that values excellence, teamwork, and your professional growth in a fast-paced, rewarding industry.
Position Overview
The Health and Safety Coordinator plays a vital role in the development, execution, and sustainability of BELFOR’s occupational health and safety programs.
With a hands-on approach, you will lead initiatives to reduce risks, investigate incidents, support return-to-work processes, and foster a proactive safety-first culture. You’ll support safe operations at project sites and within our teams every day. Acting as a trusted resource to managers, supervisors, and employees, this role delivers practical solutions to ensure compliance with corporate policies, legal regulations, and industry best practices.
What You’ll Do:
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Maintain and manage employee safety training records and safety data systems
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Plan and support safety protocols for new project start-ups, including site safety plans and worksite audits
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Develop and enforce safe work practices in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) legislation
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Ensure compliance with company-wide safety policies for employees, subcontractors, and clients
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Manage WCB claims, return-to-work plans, and injury documentation
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Act as the lead safety liaison for project teams, conducting regular inspections and safety audits
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Promote accident prevention through health and safety initiatives, trend analysis, and recommendations
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Prepare and distribute safety reports, hazard assessments, toolbox talks, and related documentation
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Lead or support incident investigations and ensure implementation of corrective actions
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Collaborate with Health and Safety Committee members to ensure compliance and certification standards
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Assist with onboarding new hires through health and safety orientations, PPE setup, WHMIS/asbestos training, and respirator fit testing
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Maintain COR (Certificate of Recognition) status by completing internal audits and supporting external reviews
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Monitor legislation and industry standards by attending ongoing training, conferences, and updates
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Operate in accordance with BELFOR’s policies and procedures for a safe work environment
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Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Health and Safety
What You Bring:
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Post-secondary education or certification in Occupational Health and Safety or related field
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Self-Starter with the ability to work amongst a remote Health & Safety team
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Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations, standards, and compliance requirements
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Excellent communication skills and ability to engage diverse teams in safety practices
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Ability to conduct inspections, analyze safety data, and lead safety investigations
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and safety data management systems
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Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between job sites as needed
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Familiarity with COR auditing procedures and WCB claims management
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Experience in construction, restoration, or insurance industry environments is an asset
What We Offer:
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Competitive compensation package;
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Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits;
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Company phone and laptop provided;
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Paid vacation and RRSP matching program;
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Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP); and
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Leadership development and industry-specific training and support.
Working Conditions
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Due to the nature of our business, this position will work normal business hours but may be required to work in the evenings or outside normal working hours
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Manual dexterity for keyboarding, repetitive tasks, and prolonged periods of computer use, demanding attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
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Periodic travel required approx. 20-30% per month
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ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT (AODA IN ONTARIO)
BELFOR (Canada) Inc. is committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in concert with the provincial guidelines for accessibility (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Ontario Only). As such, BELFOR (Canada) Inc. will make accommodations available to applicants with disabilities upon request during the recruitment process.
HUMAN RIGHTS STATEMENT
BELFOR (Canada) Inc. strives to ensure that its employment practices are free from direct and indirect discrimination and is committed to upholding the human rights of those participating in the hiring process. In pursuit of this commitment, BELFOR (Canada) Inc. will not condone or tolerate any acts of discrimination or harassment under any of the grounds protected under human rights legislation. This commitment extends to the hiring process and throughout the course of employment.
