Health & Safety Officer

Pitt Meadows Plumbing & Mechanical Systems Ltd.; Pitt Meadows; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Employer-paid Extended Health & Dental

Group RRSP program

Continuous education opportunities

Growth opportunities

Amazing corporate culture

Respectful work environment

Job summary

Pitt Meadows Plumbing and Mechanical Systems (PMP) seeks an experienced Health & Safety Officer to lead safety initiatives in our BC operations. This long-term, full-time role focuses on Return to Work and COR compliance within a family-owned company.

You will promote health and safety practices, coordinate with HR on claims and leaves, conduct site visits, and lead safety meetings across projects, ensuring regulatory compliance and a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Must have CSO designation and COR knowledge.
• Minimum 3+ years as CSO on high-rise projects, preferably multi-residential.
• Experience with institutional projects is an asset.
• Gold Seal status is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Promote a culture of health and safety as a shared responsibility on worksites.
• Support and promote OH&S and COR programs with the Health & Safety Manager.
• Collaborate with HR on WorkSafe BC Claims, LTD, medical leaves and return-to-work programs.
• Conduct site visits and monitor safety compliance of workers and subcontractors.
• Identify hazards and implement corrective actions with the Health & Safety Manager.
• Arrange and conduct on-site safety meetings.
• Conduct incidents/investigations and document findings.
• Participate in JOHS meetings and keep meeting minutes.
• Document hazard assessments and risk assessments; report all incidents.
• Develop and implement corrective actions from inspections/investigations.
• Aim for COR certification adherence and document safe practices.
• Remain current on WorkSafe BC and OH&S legislation.
• Understand business unit safety programs and site procedures.
• Administer first aid as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Independent worker

Organization

Written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Detail oriented

Proactive

Dependable

Physical fitness

Full-time commitment

Under pressure

Legal right to work in Canada

Computer proficiency

Education

CSO designation

BCCSA COR knowledge

3+ years CSO high-rise experience

Experience in institutional projects (asset)

Gold Seal certification (asset)

BC WorkSafe regulations knowledge

Team adaptability

Valid driver's license with clean abstract

Occupational First Aid Level 1

PPE ownership

CSP/CRSP asset

Job description

Pitt Meadows Plumbing and Mechanical Systems (PMP) has been a leader in the plumbing and mechanical industry for over 40 years. We pride ourselves on being a family-owned and operated company. We specialize in pre-fabrication, modular systems and installation of large-scale residential, commercial, institutional, educational, and medical design-build plumbing and mechanical projects.

Our company is growing, and we are looking for a seasoned Health & Safety Officer with experience in Return to Work Programs to join our team. This is a long-term, full-time employment opportunity with lots of room for growth.

We offer:

• A competitive compensation package
• Employer-paid Extended Health & Dental benefits package
• Group RRSP program
• Opportunities for continuous education
• Growth opportunities
• Amazing corporate culture
• Respectful work environment

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Promote a corporate culture of health and safety where safety is seen as a shared responsibility
• Support and promote Occupational Health & Safety Program and COR program alongside the Health & Safety Manager
• Work alongside the HR department on WorkSafe BC Claims, LTD, Medical Leaves and return-to-work programs.
• Conduct Site Visits
• Monitor safety compliance of workers and subcontractors
  • Proactively identify hazards and implement corrective measures in cooperation with the Health & Safety Manager
  • Arrange and conduct safety meetings on site
• Conduct Incidents/Investigations
  • Participate in JOHS meetings, incident investigations and project kickoffs to take meeting minutes.
  • Conduct hazard assessments, incident investigations and risk assessments
  • Ensure all accidents, incidents, and injuries are properly reported to all appropriate parties and data are properly tracked for metrics
  • Conduct and document site inspections and site hazard audits
• Implement Discipline
  • Monitor, recommend and implement corrective action suggestions resulting from inspections, investigations, site visits, and safety committee reports
  • Identify and document unsafe acts or conditions that require immediate correction and communicate them to the parties involved
• Certificate of Recognition (COR)
  • Ensure requirements for COR certification are being met
  • Assist in the development and enhancement of Job Hazard Analysis and Safe Work Practice documents based on existing materials
• Review, on a continuous basis, the performance of the safety program and make recommendations on changes and improvements, should they be required
• Remain current on all Worksafe BC and OH&S legislation
• Acquire competence and understanding in executing the organization’s Safety program
• Understand all business unit safety programs, company codes of business conduct, site‑specific procedures and management systems
• Administer first aid as necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Requirements

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team-based atmosphere
• Excellent organization
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Able to multitask and prioritize
• Detail-oriented
• Proactive
• Dependable
• Physically fit
• Must be able to commit to full-time employment
• Capable of working under pressure
• Legally entitled to work in Canada
• Computer proficient

Education and Experience

• Certified Construction Safety Officer (CSO) designation
• Knowledge and understanding of BCCSA COR is required
• A minimum of 3+ years of high-rise experience as a CSO is required, preferably in multi-residential high-rise.
• Previous experience as a CSO in institutional projects is considered a strong asset.
• Gold Seal certification is considered a strong asset
• Solid knowledge of BC WorkSafe regulations, policies, guidelines, and standards
• Ability to provide a proactive approach to safety
• A strong team player attitude with the ability to effectively adjust to changing priorities and demands
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license with a clean abstract
• Occupational First Aid Level 1 is a must
• Must own PPE
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) an asset

Who are you?

• You value teamwork and consider yourself a true team player.
• You represent yourself and your work with passion and pride.
• You strive to do the right thing, always.
• You want a challenging yet rewarding position.

Compensation:

$30/h to $44/h + 5% RRSP + Vehicle Allowance + Gas Card + Full Benefits (100% Company-Paid) + Life Insurance + LTD + AD&D.

To know more about us, please visit our website https://www.pittmeadows.net/ Check us out on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/pitt-meadows-plumbing/ See our employee reviews on Indeed https://ca.indeed.com/cmp/Pitt-Meadows-Plumbing-&-Mechanical-Systems/reviews