Health, Safety and Environment Coordinator

Colas; Markham; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in construction and infrastructure seeks a passionate Health and Safety professional to join their team. In this dynamic role, you will lead safety orientations, conduct site inspections, and coordinate training sessions to ensure a safe working environment. You'll be instrumental in developing and improving health and safety programs while engaging with key stakeholders. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive and inclusive culture, where your contributions are valued and your professional growth is encouraged. Join a community dedicated to Building Greatness in everything they do.

Benefits

Continuous Learning Opportunities

Professional Development

Competitive Compensation Package

Flexible Work Environment

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of practical health and safety experience on-site.
• Knowledge of Ontario Certificate of Recognition (COR) is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health and safety orientations for new employees and subcontractors.
• Perform inspections of the work site to identify potential hazards.
• Plan and coordinate health and safety training sessions.

Skills

Health and Safety Experience

Occupational Health and Safety Knowledge

Inspection Skills

Training Coordination

Incident Investigation

Education

Post-secondary Certificate/Diploma/Degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Job description

Subsidiary:MILLER GROUP

Location:Markham

About Us:

The Miller Group, a subsidiary of Colas Canada, is a Canadian leader in the construction and maintenance of transportation infrastructure since 1917.
We provide exceptional customer service and operational support using our time-proven construction methods and innovative technologies, alongside the highest quality products and materials.
We leverage our global network to foster positive relationships that make a lasting difference in the communities where we live and work. Whether it is making your commute more efficient, keeping our communities safe, or making remote areas more accessible, at Miller we are proud to Build Greatness in everything we do.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5-7 years of practical health and safety experience and on-site industrial expertise.
• Post-secondary certificate, diploma, or degree in Occupational Health and Safety
• Knowledge of Ontario Certificate of Recognition (COR) is required
• Valid Drivers License

Preferred Qualifications:

• Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Auditor qualifications and experience
• Knowledgeable in occupational health and safety legislation, along with the construction, industrial, and/or mining regulations
• Knowledge of environmental compliance legislation and the general management of waste, water, air, chemicals, etc., related to the construction, industrial and/or mining operations
• Knowledge of COR requirements, driver training programs, transportation sector

Day in the life:

In a typical day, you would start by conducting health and safety orientations for new employees and subcontractors. You would explain the safety rules and procedures that everyone needs to follow on the job site. You would also perform inspections of the work site to make sure it's safe and identify any potential hazards. If there are any incidents or injuries, you will be responsible to investigate them and handle any related claims.

You will also plan and coordinate health and safety training sessions. This could include orientations for new hires, training on topics like WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System), CPR/First Aid, and any specialized training that may be necessary. You will also escalate any health, safety, or environmental issues to the site or project leads, as well as divisional managers.

Throughout the day, you will monitor the employees and subcontractors on the site to ensure that they are following the safety procedures, regulatory requirements, and other elements of the management system. You will proactively identify and prevent hazardous situations and communicate them to the site management to take appropriate action.

Additionally, you will provide coaching and support to project managers, supervisors, foremen, and workers regarding HSE requirements. You will also assist in developing, maintaining, and improving HSE programs and processes, while also supporting the overall management system.

Along with that, you will be responsible for providing monthly safety performance reports to management. These reports would include identifying trends, recommending initiatives to reduce incidents, and improving prevention efforts.

Lastly, you will manage relationships with key clients, both internal and external stakeholders, to ensure that everyone is aligned and engaged on matters related to HSE. This may involve regular communication and collaboration to address any concerns or issues that arise.

This is an ideal role for you if you are a passionate HSE professional who is looking to make an impact. You will excel in this role if you enjoy taking initiative, leading tasks, as well as working in team environments.

Exciting projects: A variety of Heavy Civil construction projects and rehabilitation of roads and highways; bridges removals and installations, asphalt and concrete supply and placing.

Culture:

At Miller, we want every employee to feel connected, where creativity and innovation thrive, and your contributions make a real impact. Our supportive and inclusive atmosphere encourages open communication, ensuring every team member feels heard and valued. With a commitment to flexibility, opportunities for professional development, and a shared passion for excellence, we are more than just colleagues – we are a community dedicated to Building Greatness together.

Miller is proud to provide this unique career opportunity, we offer continuous learning,opportunity for growth, anda competitive compensation package. At our core; we are our people.We succeed because we respect our people and invest in their development, safety and well-being.Miller is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that diversity and inclusion are key attributes to building greatness. Miller’s core values of Integrity and Community welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Accountability, means that we own our actions, our decisions and our results. As a Miller employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to our inclusive culture.

We will contact candidates selected for an interview. Accommodation for applications with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.