Health and Safety Advisor

Ontario Transit Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transit construction firm in Downtown Toronto is seeking a Safety Compliance Officer to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations on construction sites. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety and 3-5 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include conducting safety inspections, assisting in training, and promoting safety awareness. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered, emphasizing personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Discretionary Bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in health and safety roles, preferably in the construction or infrastructure industry.
• Experience in incident investigation and root cause analysis.
• Commitment to promoting a safe and healthy work environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations on construction sites.
• Conduct safety inspections and audits regularly.
• Assist in the development and delivery of safety training programs.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Knowledge of health and safety regulations

Proficiency in safety management software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Diploma in Environmental Science

Tools

Safety management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Company Description

Ferrovial Construction Canada Inc. and VINCI Construction Grands Projects are undertaking the design, build, and finance of the Ontario Line Southern Civil, Stations, and Tunnel (South Civil) package. The South Civil contract is anticipated to be completed in 2030. The project will strengthen Ontario’s economy by supporting an estimated 1,500 jobs at the peak of construction.

What is the Project?

• A six-kilometer tunnel and associated tunnelling works from Exhibition to Don Yard portal (west of the Don River).
• Stations: One above-ground station integrated with existing GO Transit Exhibition Station; two underground stations integrated with TTC Osgoode and Queen subway stations; and four new underground stations (King/Bathurst, Queen/Spadina, Moss Park, Corktown).

Benefits to Ontario

• Faster, more frequent, and reliable access to rapid transit; more than 227,500 people will live within a 10-minute walk of an Ontario Line station.
• Improved quality of life for commuters by reducing daily travel time.
• Reduced crowding on the existing Line 1 (Yonge-University) subway.
• Up to 57,000 more jobs accessible by transit (within 45 minutes or less) for Toronto residents.
• Economic and community growth along the future transit line and thousands of job opportunities annually during construction.
• Reduction in traffic congestion, greenhouse gases, and fuel consumption by providing an alternative transportation option.

Job Description

Safety Compliance: Ensure that all OTG construction sites comply with local health and safety regulations, codes, and industry standards.

Safety Inspections: Conduct regular safety inspections and audits of construction sites, equipment, and processes to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety protocols.

Safety Training: Assist in the development and delivery of safety training programs for employees, subcontractors, and suppliers, emphasizing safe work practices and procedures.

Incident Reporting: Facilitate incident reporting and investigation processes, including near-miss reporting, and work with teams to implement corrective actions.

Safety Documentation: Maintain accurate safety records, including incident reports, safety inspection findings, and training records, and prepare reports for review.

Safety Communication: Promote safety awareness by facilitating safety meetings, toolbox talks, and safety campaigns to engage employees in safety initiatives.

Emergency Response: Assist in the development and implementation of emergency response plans, ensuring employees are adequately trained in response procedures.

Safety Improvement: Identify opportunities for safety improvement, provide recommendations, and collaborate with project teams to implement safety enhancements.

Contractor Safety: Evaluate the safety performance of subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring they meet OTG's safety standards.

Regulatory Updates: Stay informed about changes in health and safety regulations, codes, and best practices, and communicate relevant updates to project teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in health and safety roles, preferably in the construction or infrastructure industry.
• Knowledge of local health and safety regulations, codes, and industry standards.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence others in safety initiatives.
• Proficiency in safety management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience in incident investigation and root cause analysis.
• Commitment to promoting a safe and healthy work environment.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

We Offer

• Competitive Salary.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Disability Insurance, Dental Insurance, Extended medical insurance, (Optional) RRSP matching, Discretionary Bonus.

Why OTG?

Welcome to Ontario Transit Group (OTG), located in the heart of Downtown Toronto, where diversity and passion collide. OTG prioritizes fostering a positive culture, celebrating employees, organizing family events, and promoting health and wellness initiatives. Our commitment to personal and professional growth includes annual performance reviews, salary increases, comprehensive health benefits, generous RRSP matching, industry education support, and career development opportunities.

At OTG, we embrace diversity, recognizing that it strengthens us as a team and as a company. We are an equal‑opportunity employer, encouraging applications from all interested candidates. We value Indigenous people, racialized people, neurodivergent people, people with disabilities, and individuals from gender and sexually diverse communities with intersectional identities. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for people with disabilities.

While we appreciate your interest, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews. We do not accept agency submissions.