Senior Health & Safety Coordinator

Pomerleau; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Hybrid work model

Employee stock ownership program

4 weeks vacation

Transit pass reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Pomerleau is seeking a Health and Safety Coordinator to protect lives on major construction projects across Canada. You will lead site safety, drive COR standards, and train teams while coordinating incident investigations and prevention strategies.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of hands-on H&S experience in construction, a background in Occupational H&S, and knowledge of COR/IHSA programs. The role supports hybrid work and career growth with top employers.

Qualifications

• Educational background in Occupational Health & Safety or risk management.
• Hands-on H&S experience in construction (3–5 years).
• Familiarity with COR and IHSA programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead site health and safety guidance for project teams and ensure compliance.
• Promote and implement Pomerleau's H&S standards, OH&S Acts, Regulations and Codes.
• Craft project safety plans, lead meetings, identify hazards, and drive closeout actions.
• Conduct regular site inspections and act as first responder during emergencies.
• Lead incident investigations and share findings with regional H&S management.
• Mentor and train teams on H&S best practices and proactive prevention.
• Maintain COR elements across job sites and track safety metrics.

Skills

Health & safety leadership

Incident investigation

Training & mentoring

H&S compliance

Education

Occupational Health & Safety

NCSO designation (asset)

Tools

COR standards tracking

Job description

Ready to build your career? We want to hear from you.

As a Health and Safety Coordinator at Pomerleau Construction, your mission is clear: to protect lives. Working on large-scale construction projects - from $1.5 million to over $1 billion - you'll ensure that health and safety on our sites and in our offices is not just a policy, but a way of life.

What you will do

• Be the pioneer for site health and safety where the project teams look to you for guidance and compliance becomes second nature.
• You are the leader as it relates to project specific standards, continuously promoting Pomerleau’s H&S standards, OH&S Acts, Regulations and Codes with your teammates and trade partners.
• You are a key player from day one of project kickoffs; crafting plans, leading meetings, and spotting potential hazards through to project closeouts and team celebrations. You are a key member of the projects from start to finish.
• Boots on the ground is your thing, getting active out on the job sites to conduct regular site inspections.
• Lead the incident investigation processes for your project. Dissecting high-risk elements is what you do best, sharing the information with your Regional H&S Manager.
• Prevention isn't just a program; it’s your way of life. You are the specialist when it comes to building an environment with a strong accident prevention foresight.
• Be the first responder when an emergency strikes, orchestrating safety best practices when the unexpected strikes.
• Share your passion for training, mentoring, and coaching your team on H&S best practices.
• You compile statistics like no other, identifying patterns and paving the way for proactive improvements.
• You will support with the upkeep of Pomerleau’s COR Standards in meticulously ensuring all COR elements are met and maintained on your job sites.

This role could be for you if you have

• 3-5 years of hands-on Health & Safety experience in the construction industry.
• An educational background in Occupational H&S, risk management or direct industry experience.
• Previous experience or familiarity with Certification of Recognition (COR) and Safety Group (IHSA).
• People management and relationship skills like no other.
• Proven experience working with computer programs to track and monitor your project’s H&S.
• NCSO designation is an asset

Benefits

• RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
• Hybrid work model for corporate roles
• Employee stock ownership program
• Career growth through real development opportunities
• Transit pass reimbursement — get to work for free
• Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one

For the past six years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.

Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work.