What you will do
- Put your knowledge of Pomerleau’s Health and Safety program to work through
advisement, mentorship and assistance with project teams to ensure
companywide compliance;
- Demonstrate leadership in Health & Safety on the project. Effectively apply the
requirements of the project specific safety standards to promote Pomerleau’s
H&S standards, applicable OH&S Acts, Regulations and Codes with all
employees and trade partners on the project;
- Jump right in from project start-up to assist with the development of construction
plans, kick-off meetings and hazard identification;
- Get active and out on our construction sites to conduct regular site inspections;
- Be the lead of incident investigations by taking a closer look at the investigation
requirements and associated high risk elements while keeping the lines of
communication open with your Regional Manager of Health and Safety;
- Promote the idea of thinking ahead and utilizing our prevention program;
- Take pride in monitoring, auditing and support to ensure Project Safety Plan
compliance while always looking for opportunities to improve safety performance;
- Confidently order work stoppages as required alongside the creation of a plan of
correction;
- Share your knowledge and be a role model by providing Health and Safety
training and coaching opportunities;
- Utilize and support emergency response for projects;
- Effectively compile project Health and Safety statistics monthly;
- Celebrate project success and completion and be a key member of the project
wrap-up process.
This role could be for you if you have
- NIGHTSHIFT AVAILABILITY
- 3-5 years’ experience in the construction industry and health and safety
management on construction projects (building experience on medium to large
projects is preferred!);
- A University Degree or College Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety
and/or Risk Management or a combination of education and industry experience;
- A minimum of NCSO designation would be considered an asset;
- Experience with Certificate of Recognition (COR) and Safety Group (IHSA);
- Outstanding leadership, coaching and interpersonal skills are essential;
- A dynamic and creative approach with a flair for being proactive and applying
good judgement techniques in all situations;
- Strong communications skills, both verbal and written;
- Good computer skills are a must;
- Knowledge of the market and ability to travel and work throughout the region.
