Health, Safety & Environmental Advisor

Ledcor; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Health & Safety Advisor to join their dynamic team. In this site-based role, you will be instrumental in implementing a variety of health and safety programs, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and fostering a culture of safety across diverse project teams. Your expertise will be vital in conducting inspections, advising on safety management systems, and developing safety documentation. If you are passionate about safety and thrive in collaborative environments, this opportunity offers the chance to make a significant impact in the field of industrial safety.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in industrial construction or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of construction practices and safety regulations.
• Proficient in risk assessment and safety training.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and advise on safety management systems.
• Monitor compliance with safety regulations and procedures.
• Develop Job Hazard Analysis and enhance safety documentation.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Risk Assessment

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Problem-Solving

Presentation Skills

Education

CRSP Certification

Certificate or Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety

CSO or NCSO designation

Tools

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS Excel

Job description

You are an experienced Health & Safety Advisor who consistently conveys professional judgment and can build effective relationships across all levels. You will play a key role in the execution and implementation of a diverse range of health and safety programs and can expect to work on challenging projects with diverse and collaborative teams to meet and exceed Ledcor’s safety standards.

This position is site-based and the specific rotation schedule and project location will be determined based on project requirements.

Join our True-Blue Team today!

Essential Responsibilities:

• Conduct inspections of the work area and meet with field supervisors to discuss any potential problems: help to ensure the adequate supply of safety equipment, such as protective equipment, fire extinguishers, respirators, etc.
• Advise operations regarding Ledcor's Health and Safety Management System, based on a solid understanding of program execution throughout the project lifecycle
• Monitor compliance with jurisdictional regulatory requirements
• Assist in the coordination and completion of safe work procedures, hazard assessments, safety inspections, focus audits, and incident investigations
• Verify compliance with leading and lagging indicators, including subcontractors as well as any identified corrective actions
• Conduct the HS&E Orientation to employees and subcontractors during project onboarding.
• Provide support to site leadership in the preparation of site-specific material for safety meetings and toolbox talks
• Support the coordination, organization and delivery of project toolbox talks and safety meetings
• Develop and enhance Job Hazard Analysis and Safe Work Practice documents based on existing materials
• Monitor and report on the overall effectiveness of the overall implementation of project HS&E plans
• Audit the quality of the field level hazard assessments and incident investigation reports for accuracy and completeness

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of related work experience in industrial construction, pipeline, oil & gas, or related industry
• Must hold a CRSP, Certificate or Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, CSO or NCSO designation
• Has developed technical knowledge of common construction practices, techniques, and equipment
• Ability to effectively communicate and present information to the hourly workforce, while also effectively interacting with project management staff, clients, and customers
• Ability to provide a proactive approach to safety, to include identification of operational and organizational issues, as well as develop and implement strategies to solve them
• Demonstrated experience in risk assessment, program development, safety & health training, and accident investigation
• Capable of adapting information/style to the audience, explaining difficult information clearly, influencing, and persuading others towards consensus agreement in straightforward situations
• A strong team player attitude with the ability to effectively adjust to changing priorities and demands
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Strong computer competency including experience with MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Must have and maintain a valid provincial driver’s license and driver's abstract
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug & alcohol requirements

Work Conditions:

• Flexibility to travel to and work at various project sites will be required

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.