Construction Safety Officer

Edge Construction; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Vancouver is looking for a Construction Safety Officer to ensure compliance with safety standards and conduct inspections. The position requires a CSO certification, over 5 years of experience, and strong communication skills. The role involves maintaining safety records, conducting orientations, and contributing to safety culture on-site. Competitive salary ranges from $60,000 to $70,000 per year.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily onsite safety inspections per Health & Safety Program.
• Ensure compliance by contractors and sub-trades.
• Maintain safety records and respond to on-site emergencies.
• Conduct safety orientations and help obtain COR Certification.
• Maintain an organized and compliant job site.
• Establish guidelines and practices for continuous improvement.

Skills

High energy with a positive attitude

Well-developed communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to prioritize and multi-task

Solid judgement

Teamwork and independent work

Education

CSO Certified

5+ Years working as CSO

Cor Certified

Tools

MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Autocad

MS Project

SiteMax

Job description

Job Description

Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 per year

Who We Are

Edge Construction was formed by a group of people who are passionate about construction. Over the past few years, members of our team have earned success for contributions to the tenant improvement, multi-family, and mixed-use markets across the Lower Mainland in BC. We are proud of each and every project and strive to continue to deliver the quality and value that has come to be associated with our brand.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Construction Safety Officer to join our construction team. This role is located on site in Vancouver and reports to the Principal. The Construction Safety Officer will perform a wide variety of duties including but not limited to:

• Conducting daily onsite safety inspections as required by the Health & Safety Program. General responsibilities include ensuring contractors and sub-trades remain in compliance by maintaining their safe work practices to comply with WCB requirements and standards, maintaining all safety records at site, responding to on-site emergencies and communicating with management, completing all incident reporting when communication is required by WCB, conducting safety orientations, and helping the company obtain COR Certification.
• Maintaining an organized, clean, and efficient multifamily job site, while ensuring compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
• Contributing to a culture of continuous improvement by establishing behavioural guidelines, best practices, and a system of accountability.

Qualifications

Experience and Education

• CSO Certified
• 5+ Years working as CSO
• Cor Certified is an asset

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High energy with a positive attitude
• Well-developed and adaptable communication and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to prioritize, multi‑task, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Demonstrates solid judgement regarding sensitive information
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, and Outlook) in an asset
• Familiarity with Autocad, MS Project, and SiteMax is an asset

Compensation Range

$60,000 - $70,000 per year

How to Apply

To apply for this role, candidates are required to submit a cover letter and resume.