Health and Safety Advisor/Coordinator
Mississauga, ON

Job Responsibilities

Reporting to the General Manager and Vice President, the core responsibilities of the position are to:

• Ensure the company/staff meets all legislative requirements for Health and Safety.
• Maintain Health and Safety Handbook yearly.
• Prepare Management Review meeting documentation, record minutes, implement, and monitor corrective actions.
• Coordinate new staff orientation, including establishment of mentorship partners.
• Track statistical data for WSIB, ISN, and internal analysis to set Safety Objectives.
• Ensure Senior Management attends at least one JHSC Meeting per year.
• Oversee Return to Work process for injured employees.
• Investigate and report near misses, incidents, and accidents as per company policy.
• Ensure First Aid requirements, first aid boxes, and injury treatment logs are completed.
• Ensure staff are properly fitted with PPE.
• Manage mandatory staff training, including WHMIS and Working at Heights.
• Develop and update Safe Work Practices, including Job-Specific Safe Work Practices.
• Conduct monthly workplace inspections for project sites, offices, and shops.
• Coordinate and arrange necessary client-based training (Metrolinx, CN Rail).
• Manage ISN system documentation and submissions.
• Acquire Red Seal clearance for work in Federal & Nuclear Facilities.
• Provide ROTs for estimators and projects.
• Update and maintain the Safety Board, including emergency response, H&S Minutes, and Form 82.
• Establish and participate in the internal JH&S Committee.
• Conduct weekly tailgate safety talks in the shop.
• Arrange for quarterly JHSC and field staff meetings.
• Perform periodic audits and inspections to confirm compliance with procedures.
• Develop action plans for deficiencies against safety requirements.

Job Qualifications

• Part 1 and 2 JHSC Certification.
• 1 to 5 years of experience as a Safety Coordinator or similar role.
• Excellent knowledge of safety legislation and procedures.
• Experience in the construction industry (site experience is an asset).
• 1 to 3 years of experience in producing reports.
• Experience writing policies and procedures for health and safety.
• Familiarity with data analysis and reporting statistics.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Working knowledge of safety management information systems.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Critical thinker with problem-solving abilities.
• Team player with good time-management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• BSc/BA in safety management or related field, or a Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety.
• Must have a valid driver's license and transportation.