Health And Safety Coordinator

VanMar Constructors ON Inc.; Guelph; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

VanMar Constructors ON Inc. is seeking a Health & Safety Coordinator to support our projects in the Kitchener Waterloo and GTA areas. You will help implement and improve VanMar’s Health & Safety Management System across site teams.

The role requires 3+ years of occupational health and safety experience in construction, a college diploma in OHS, and current or near-term pursuit of the NCSO designation. Travel between project sites is expected.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of occupational health and safety experience, construction preferred.
• College diploma or certificate in Occupational Health & Safety or related field.
• NCSO designation or working toward it.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections and ensure compliance with health and safety legislation.
• Develop and maintain safety policies, procedures, and project plans.
• Coordinate training, certifications, and safety communications.
• Support incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Assist COR® certification audits and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with site teams to address hazards and promote safety culture.

Skills

OH&S experience

Construction safety

Communication skills

Education

OHS college diploma

Job description

VanMar Constructors ON Inc. | Kitchener Waterloo and GTA Area | Full Time | Site Based

Join the VanMar Team

Health & Safety Coordinator

VanMar Constructors ON Inc. | Kitchener Waterloo and GTA Area | Full Time | Site Based

Join the VanMar Team

For more than 50 years, VanMar has built a reputation for quality construction, strong relationships, and a commitment to the communities where we work. We are looking for an experienced Health & Safety Coordinator to join our team and support our construction projects throughout the Kitchener Waterloo and GTA areas.

Reporting to the Safety and Operations Manager, this position will help implement and continuously improve VanMar’s Health & Safety Management System while working closely with our project and site teams.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct site inspections and support compliance with health and safety legislation and company policies
• Support the development and maintenance of safety policies, procedures, project plans, and documentation
• Coordinate employee training, certifications, and safety communications
• Support incident investigations, reporting, corrective actions, and WSIB requirements
• Support COR® certification, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Work closely with site teams to identify hazards, address concerns, and promote a positive safety culture

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of occupational health and safety experience, with construction experience strongly preferred
• College diploma or certificate in Occupational Health & Safety or a related discipline
• NCSO designation or currently working toward it
• Strong knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and O. Reg. 213/91 Construction Projects
• Working at Heights, WHMIS, Standard First Aid with CPR, and Health & Safety Awareness Training
• Strong communication, organization, and problem solving skills
• Valid Ontario Driver’s Licence, reliable vehicle, and ability to travel between project sites
• COR®, WSIB, ISNetworld, Avetta, CRSP, or CHSC experience considered an asset

Why VanMar

You’ll join an experienced construction team where safety is an important part of how we operate. This role offers the opportunity to work across a variety of projects, build strong relationships with our site teams, and contribute to the continued development of VanMar’s health and safety program.

Interested in building your career with VanMar? We’d love to hear from you.