Health & Safety Coordinator

Pomerleau; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pomerleau is seeking a Health & Safety Coordinator to implement and maintain safety protocols on large-scale construction projects. The role involves leading safety initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a culture of safety awareness. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in construction and a background in Occupational Health & Safety.

Benefits

Recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of hands-on Health & Safety experience in construction.
• Experience with Certification of Recognition (COR) and IHSA Safety Group programs.
• Fluency in both English and French, written and oral.

Responsibilities

• Lead site health and safety initiatives and ensure compliance.
• Conduct regular site inspections and lead incident investigations.
• Train, mentor, and coach team members on H&S best practices.

Skills

People management

Relationship skills

Data analysis

Education

Educational background in Occupational H&S

Risk management

Tools

Computer programs for H&S data tracking

Job description

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As a Health & Safety Coordinator working in the Building Operations at Pomerleau Construction, your mission is to safeguard lives by implementing and maintaining health and safety protocols on large-scale projects ranging from $1.5 million to over $1 billion. You will ensure that health and safety practices are integrated into every aspect of our projects.

Responsibilities

1. Lead site health and safety initiatives, guiding project teams to ensure compliance with standards and regulations.
2. Promote Pomerleau’s H&S standards and ensure adherence to OH&S Acts, Regulations, and Codes.
3. Participate from project kickoff through closeout, including planning, meetings, hazard identification, and team celebrations.
4. Conduct regular site inspections to monitor safety practices.
5. Lead incident investigations, analyze high-risk elements, and report findings to the Regional H&S Manager.
6. Foster a culture of accident prevention and safety awareness.
7. Respond to emergencies, coordinating safety responses effectively.
8. Train, mentor, and coach team members on H&S best practices.
9. Analyze safety data to identify patterns and recommend improvements.
10. Support the maintenance of Pomerleau’s COR Standards across sites.

Qualifications

1. At least 3 years of hands-on Health & Safety experience in construction.
2. Educational background in Occupational H&S, risk management, or equivalent industry experience.
3. Experience with Certification of Recognition (COR) and IHSA Safety Group programs.
4. Strong people management and relationship skills.
5. Proficiency with computer programs for tracking and monitoring H&S data.

Assets

• NCSO designation.
• Fluency in both English and French, written and oral.

Why Join Us

We are recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers for four consecutive years. Discover our benefits HERE.

About Pomerleau

We are a national leader in construction, specializing in building, civil, infrastructure, and major projects across Canada. With over 60 years of experience, we foster a culture of innovation, authenticity, and growth, committed to diversity and inclusion. We support a respectful workplace and provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process.