Health, Safety, and Environment Supervisor

PCL Constructors Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Health Safety and Environment Supervisor for the QEII project in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The role involves implementing HSE plans, conducting inspections, and developing training. Ideal candidates will have 5 years in the field and a strong understanding of HSE legislation. The position requires strong communication skills and the ability to manage stakeholder relationships. PCL is known for its commitment to employee development and diversity.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Performance bonus

Retirement plan with matching

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in a health and safety role in a related industry.
• Previous supervisory experience is an asset.
• Solid understanding of applicable HSE legislation and processes.

Responsibilities

• Implement and support project HSE plans.
• Conduct project HSE inspections.
• Develop and deliver project-specific HSE training.

Skills

Problem-solving

Conflict resolution

Communication skills

Stakeholder relationship management

Construction knowledge

Education

Secondary education in Occupational Health and Safety

Safety designation

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

The future you want is within reach. At PCL we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We are a community of builders committed to building better communities and looking ahead to what’s next for our industry and for your career.

We are currently seeking a Health Safety and Environment Supervisor to support our QEII project in Halifax NS. The QEII Halifax Infirmary Expansion Program (HIEP) is a 1.2 million square foot expansion of the Province of Nova Scotia’s existing QEII campus being completed under a complex P3 contract structure. PCL Constructors Canada Inc. is collaborating with multiple partners from across the country on this single largest healthcare infrastructure project in Nova Scotia.

Responsibilities

• Implements and supports project HSE plans ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and adherence to safe work practices while maintaining a strong proactive presence in the field.
• Identifies, evaluates, develops and delivers project-specific HSE training.
• Recognizes, evaluates and advises on hazard identification.
• Leads and conducts project HSE inspections and monitors the quality and effectiveness of inspections and trade safety plans.
• Develops and evaluates the efficiency of the project emergency response plan, site-specific security requirements and the environmental plan.
• Monitors and audits trade contractor HSE performance.
• Participates in on-site investigative processes and evaluating corrective actions taken.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with all stakeholders.
• Coaches, trains and mentors HSE Coordinators, PCL staff, trade contractors and workers.

Qualifications

• Secondary education (e.g., bachelor’s degree, diploma or certificate) in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field.
• Holds safety designation.
• 5 years of experience in a health and safety role in a related industry. Previous supervisory experience is an asset.
• Solid understanding of applicable occupational health, safety and environmental legislation and HSE processes.
• Conflict resolution skills with the ability to problem-solve.
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to develop influence and maintain effective stakeholder relationships.
• Strong working knowledge of construction processes and terminology.
• Solid understanding of Microsoft Office Suite with a strong aptitude for adopting new technology.

Working Conditions

• Attendance at both open and close shift meetings will be required.
• Weekend shifts may be required based on project needs, so availability on weekends is essential.

PCL is an innovative, employee-owned company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.

The PCL companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We make employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.

PCL combines numerous pay and benefit strategies to provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. Any salary range displayed by a job board is an estimate. Your salary, which considers your unique qualifications and experience, is just one component of the robust total rewards you’ll enjoy at PCL. This may include an employee share purchase offering, discretionary annual performance bonus, comprehensive benefits and wellness programs, retirement plan with matching and career development programs.

Should you require an accommodation during the application process please contact us with the position and location you are interested in.

Together we can build success and a better future. Let’s get started!

Employment Details:

Regular Full-Time | Company: PCL Constructors Canada Inc. | Primary Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia | Job: Health Safety and Environment Supervisor | Requisition: 9353 | Employment Type: Full-Time | Experience: years | Vacancy: 1