Health & Safety Coordinator

Pomerleau; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Health and Safety Coordinator to ensure safety protocols on high-value projects. Responsibilities include inspecting job sites, leading safety initiatives, and managing incidents. Ideal candidates have hands-on experience in health and safety within construction, along with strong relationship skills. The position offers a hybrid work model and comprehensive benefits including RRSP matching and generous vacation.

Benefits

RRSP with up to 5% employer matching

Hybrid work model

Employee stock ownership program

Career growth opportunities

Transit pass reimbursement

Minimum 4 weeks of vacation

Qualifications

• 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 familiarity with Certification of Recognition (COR) and Safety Group (IHSA).

Responsibilities

• Lead health and safety initiatives and compliance.
• Conduct regular site inspections and incident investigations.
• Compile statistics and identify patterns for improvements.

Skills

Health and Safety experience

People management

Computer programs proficiency

Education

Educational background in Occupational H&S

Job description

Overview

As a Health and Safety Coordinator at Pomerleau Construction, your mission is clear: to protect lives, one protocol at a time. Working on large-scale construction projects - from $50 million to over $400 million - you02ll ensure that health and safety on our sites and in our offices is not just a policy, but a way of life.

Responsibilities

• 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 Pomerleaus 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 isn02t just a program; it02s 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 Pomerleaus COR Standards in meticulously ensuring all COR elements are met and maintained on your job sites.

Qualifications

• 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 project02s 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

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