Health & Safety Coordinator

Lafarge Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Lafarge Canada is seeking a Health & Safety Coordinator in Edmonton, AB to implement safety management systems, ensuring compliance with company standards. This role supports site leadership in promoting a safety culture through training, risk assessments, and incident management. Candidates should have a background in Occupational Health & Safety and relevant experience in the construction industry.

Benefits

Health & Dental benefits

Pension plan

Employee assistance and mental health support

Recognition awards

Company-provided PPE

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of safety experience, preferably in construction.
• Certifications: CSO/NCSO, COR auditor (CRSP preferred).
• Ability to travel approximately 15% within North America.

Responsibilities

• Provide health and safety coaching to site leadership and safety teams.
• Perform risk assessments and develop safe work procedures.
• Assist in incident investigations and compliance inspections.

Skills

Effective communication

Risk mitigation

Hazard recognition

Education

Post-secondary certificate, diploma, or degree in Occupational Health & Safety

Tools

MS Office

Google Suite

Job description

Whatever you do, you'll make a difference at Lafarge Canada. Because we know that your passion and curiosity are the natural resources the world needs. Thanks to our teams' energy, commitment and ideas, we are reinventing how the world builds to make Canada greener and smarter for all.

Health & Safety Coordinator

Requisition ID: 13544

Location: Edmonton, AB, CA, T6X 0B2

Pay Type: Salary

Travel Requirement: 11-20%

Company Overview

Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by modernization of infrastructure, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operations, and the growth of resilient cities.

Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by mid-2025 and establish its headquarters in the US to serve the North American market and pursue regional growth.

The new company aims to be North America’s leading building solutions provider, offering advanced solutions from foundation to rooftop.

About The Role

The Health & Safety Coordinator will support the regional Health & Safety Manager and team in implementing safety management systems and processes. You will provide guidance to ensure compliance with Lafarge standards, policies, and regulations, serving as a strategic partner and technical expert on hazard recognition and risk mitigation. This role is based in Edmonton Ellwood office.

What You’ll Accomplish

• Provide health and safety coaching to site leadership and safety teams
• Facilitate and coordinate safety training programs
• Perform risk assessments and develop safe work procedures
• Assist in incident investigations and compliance inspections
• Coordinate audits and support continuous safety improvements
• Support development and implementation of safety policies and programs
• Assist in injury prevention and claim management
• Support safety communication efforts
• Promote a safety culture across operations

What We’re Looking For

• Post-secondary certificate, diploma, or degree in Occupational Health & Safety
• 3-5 years of safety experience, preferably in construction
• Certifications: CSO/NCSO, COR auditor (CRSP preferred)
• Proficiency in MS Office and Google Suite
• Approximately 15% travel within North America
• Effective communication skills, knowledge of provincial regulations, valid driver’s license, ability to travel

What We Offer

• Health & Dental benefits, pension plan, and financial planning options
• Employee assistance and mental health support
• Recognition awards, discounts, and learning opportunities
• Support for new parents, inclusive environment, and team-oriented culture
• Company-provided PPE and safety protocols

Pre-employment medical, drug testing, and background check required.

Your Lafarge Experience

At Lafarge, you can build a career that aligns with your passions, with opportunities across technical, managerial, and frontline roles. We foster a culture of diversity, collaboration, and growth, dedicated to making a positive impact on our planet and communities.