Construction Safety Officer

BA Blacktop; Surrey; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm in the Fraser Valley Area is seeking a Construction Safety Officer to assist with health and safety management. The successful applicant will implement safety systems, conduct inspections, and lead safety training. Essential qualifications include a CSO certification and two years of relevant experience. Salary ranges from $60,000 to $80,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in Health & Safety programs in construction.
• Training as a Certified Health and Safety Consultant (CHSC) is desirable.
• Experience in coordinating safety training and orientations.

Responsibilities

• Implement and improve the corporate Health & Safety Management System.
• Conduct accident investigations and inspections.
• Develop and distribute safety meeting topics and reports.

Skills

Excellent computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiating skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Physical fitness

Communication skills

Education

Construction Safety Officer Certification (CSO)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Construction Safety Officer (CSO) assists in the implementation of the BA Blacktop Health & Safety Management System.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Health & Safety Management

• Assist in the implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement of the corporate Health & Safety Management System
• Develop site-specific plans, orientations, safe work practices, and procedures
• Administer the Injury Management Program for injured workers with medical restrictions
• Conduct and review accident / incident investigations
• Conduct and review site-specific inspections and audits
• Develop and distribute Weekly Safety Meeting Topics, Near Miss Reviews, and Red Alerts!
• Conduct new worker and site-specific orientations
• Administer the New Hire Program
• Schedule, organize, or conduct safety training, including Vinci Safety Week, annual Safety Days or other safety initiatives
• Schedule and document minutes for monthly JOSH committee meetings
• Maintain safety supply inventory
• Conduct annual COR (Certificate of Recognition) internal safety audits
• Maintain annual prequalification (i.e. ISNetworld, Complyworks, YVR…)
• Maintain monthly / annual safety statistics
• Liaise with various internal company personnel (HSE Manager, Superintendents, Foremen, and Workers)
• Liaise with various external company personnel and groups. (WorkSafeBC, BCCSA, Contractors)
• Maintain strong knowledge of WorkSafeBC Regulations, Canada Labour Code, National Safety Code, and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
• Evaluates internal audits with the managers, create the resulting reports, and monitor the implementation of audit findings
• Guides and facilitates external audits (certifying bodies and customers) and monitors the implementation of audit findings
• Provide reports on WorkSafeBC ERA Rates / Annual Claims Cost Summaries

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential Qualifications

Training

• Construction Safety Officer Certification (CSO)

Experience

• Two years of experience in implementing Health & Safety programs in the construction industry or relevant field

Skill

• Excellent computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiating, and facilitator skills
• High level of physical fitness and ability to work well under pressure
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills

Desirable Qualifications

Training

• Canadian Society of Safety Engineers – Certified Health and Safety Consultant (CHSC)
• National Health and Safety Administrator (NHSA) or National construction Safety Officer (NCSO
• Construction Safety Officer Certificate (CSO)
• COR (Certificate of Recognition) Internal Auditor Certificate
• Occupational First aid Certificate
• Respirator Fit Tester Certificate

Pay : $60,000 - $80,000per year

Location : Fraser Valley Area

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