Health and Safety Specialist

Aplin; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Pension plan

Extended health benefits

Vacation

Professional development

Safety training

Job summary

Aplin is seeking a Health & Safety Specialist to support workplace safety across construction sites in and around Winnipeg, with a mix of office duties and field inspections. The role includes site visits, toolbox talks, and COR-related tasks.

You will conduct risk assessments, lead safety initiatives, and travel regularly to project sites, applying a proactive safety culture across the workforce. Strong collaboration with field teams is essential.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of Health & Safety experience, preferably within the construction industry.
• Post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field preferred.
• NCSO designation or equivalent certification considered an asset.
• Knowledge of Manitoba Workplace Safety & Health legislation, COR requirements, and safety management systems.
• Experience conducting site inspections, incident investigations, risk assessments, and safety coaching.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to build relationships with field teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Comfortable working in office, construction site, and outdoor environments in varying weather conditions.
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence and willingness to travel to multiple project sites both in the city and surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

• Support the COR-certified Health & Safety Management System and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with policies, Manitoba legislation, and applicable regulations.
• Assist with hazard identification, risk assessments, JSAs, and safe work planning.
• Participate in incident investigations, near-miss reporting, root cause analysis, and corrective action follow-up.
• Deliver toolbox talks, safety orientations, and regular safety meetings.
• Coach employees and supervisors on safe work practices and promote a proactive safety culture.
• Maintain safety documentation, training records, inspection reports, and performance metrics.
• Support emergency preparedness, COR audits, and safety policy updates.
• Travel regularly to project sites, including occasional overnight stays as required.

Skills

Safety coaching

Communication

Organizational skills

Driver's license

Education

OH&S education

NCSO designation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client, an established construction company, is seeking a Health & Safety Specialist to support its ongoing commitment to workplace safety, operational excellence, and employee development.This role offers a combination of office-based responsibilities and fieldwork, with some travel in and around Winnipeg to various project sites conducting site insepctions, safetyobservations, and compliance checks across active construction sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the company's COR-certified Health & Safety Management System and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, Manitoba Workplace Safety & Health legislation, and applicable regulations.
• Assist with hazard identification, risk assessments, Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), and safe work planning.
• Participate in incident investigations, near-miss reporting, root cause analysis, and corrective action follow-up.
• Deliver toolbox talks, safety orientations, and regular safety meetings.
• Coach employees and supervisors on safe work practices and promote a proactive safety culture.
• Maintain safety documentation, training records, inspection reports, and performance metrics.
• Support emergency preparedness, COR audit requirements, and safety policy updates.
• Travel regularly to project sites, including occasional overnight stays as required.

Qualifications & Experience

• 2-5 years of Health & Safety experience, preferably within the construction industry.
• Post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field preferred.
• NCSO designation or equivalent certification considered an asset.
• Knowledge of Manitoba Workplace Safety & Health legislation, COR requirements, and safety management systems.
• Experience conducting site inspections, incident investigations, risk assessments, and safety coaching.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to build relationships with field teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Comfortable working in office, construction site, and outdoor environments in varying weather conditions.
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence and willingness to travel to multiple project sites both in the city and surrounding areas.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including extended health, dental, and prescription coverage.
• Company vehicle and fuel card following successful completion of the probationary period.
• Matching pension plan.
• Annual cost-of-living allowance increases.
• Vacation, personal days, and Employee Assistance Program.
• PPE allowance, safety training, and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on safety professional who enjoys balancing office-based responsibilities with fieldwork. The successful candidate will work closely with project teams and leadership to identify risks, strengthen safety practices, and promote a culture where everyone takes responsibility for working safely.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits.

Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.