Health & Safety Coordinator

Amico Affiliates Inc.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian construction company is seeking a Health and Safety professional to oversee safety compliance and promote a positive safety culture. The role involves collaboration with management and ensuring legal compliance, along with conducting training and audits. Ideal candidates will have a background in health and safety, particularly within the construction sector, and possess strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer Matching Retirement Program

Life insurance

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a similar role related to H&S in Ontario.
• Certified JHSC certified, an asset.

Responsibilities

• Point of contact for employee concerns regarding the Health and Safety program.
• Investigate incidents, perform inspections and audits.
• Facilitate and maintain training programs as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Time management

Education

Post-Secondary diploma or degree

Job description

Amico is a leading, Canadian-owned and operated construction company specializing in large-scale infrastructure projects. With a strong track record in general contracting, civil engineering and road building, we deliver complex infrastructure solutions that shape the communities of Ontario. Our expertise spans major infrastructure projects, including highways, bridges, and critical public works that require meticulous planning, innovative engineering, and precise execution.

At Amico, we believe in fostering collaboration and empowering our team to tackle ambitious challenges head-on. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and proven project management practices, we consistently deliver high-quality infrastructure projects, regardless of their scale or complexity.

If you’re ready to be part of a team that plays a pivotal role in Ontario’s most impactful infrastructure developments, while gaining hands-on experience with industry-leading projects, we invite you to join us.

Key Responsibilities

• Point of contact for addressing employee concerns regarding the Health and Safety program while ensuring to foster, promote and develop a positive safety culture.
• Work closely with managers, PM’s, sub-contractors, and 3rd party regulators ensuring legal compliance with all legislation.
• Investigate incidents, perform inspections and audits, and complete related documentation.
• Assist in conducting program management for H&S Initiatives: WSIB Safety Excellence Program, COR continuous improvement, H&S culture improvement programs, H&S statistics, Annual H&S Objectives.
• Complete and assist in the creation of hazard assessments, and internal audits as required.
• Facilitate and maintain training programs as required, including New Employee Orientation and specialized training, in coordination with Amico H&S Administration.
• Assist in the ongoing maintenance and compliance requirements as it pertains to H&S initiatives, MOL investigations, WSIB return to work plans & incident investigations.
• Provide guidance, support, and be an active member of the JHSC.
• Assist conducting site audits, inspections & report compliance issues to management.
• Manage PPE selection, purchasing and fit testing as required.
• Conduct field level safety meetings, toolbox talks, and health and safety informational awareness.
• Regularly monitor safety compliance of workers and subcontractors.
• Assist in the administration, documentation, and management of CORTM program.
• Other health and safety duties related as assigned, to ensure compliance.

Key Qualifications/Requirements

• 3+ years of experience within a similar role related to H&S in Ontario.
• Experience in the construction, an asset
• Post-Secondary diploma or degree from an accredited College or university.
• Certified JHSC certified, an asset.
• Professional demeanor, attention to detail, deadline-oriented, time management skills.
• Organized and resourceful individual able to work independently or in a team.
• Interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish effective professional relationships with employees and project managers.
• Reliable, responsible, and motivated with excellent oral and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities at the same time while meeting deadlines.
• Problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Working knowledge of the OHSA and associated regulations.
• Valid G driver’s license.
• COR Auditing Experience, CRSP, NCSO considered an asset.
• Flexibility to work varying schedules.

Travel Requirements & Working Conditions

• Ability to travel within assigned territory without restriction & work within inclement weather conditions as required.
• Able to work within a fast-paced, autonomous environment.

What Amico Can Offer You

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer Matching Retirement Program
• Life insurance

At Amico, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants throughout the recruitment and selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Strictly no third party resumes accepted.