HS&E Advisor

Ledcor; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to lead and implement HSE programs on multiple projects. This site-based role requires strong judgment, collaboration with field teams, and the ability to adapt to rotating work locations.

The position demands 5+ years in heavy civil or mining environments, a CRSP/CSO/NCSO designation, and proven skills in risk assessment, training, incident investigations, and regulatory compliance. Travel to project sites will be required.

Qualifications

• CRSP or CSO/NCSO designation required or equivalent.
• 5+ years of heavy civil/mining safety experience.
• Valid provincial driver’s license and driving record.
• Ability to communicate and present to hourly workforce and management.
• Experience with risk assessment, training, incident investigations, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of the work area and discuss safety with field supervisors.
• Advise operations on Ledcor's Health and Safety Management System and project lifecycle.
• Monitor regulatory compliance across jurisdictions.
• Coordinate safe work procedures, hazard assessments, safety inspections, focus audits and incident investigations.
• Lead HS&E orientation for employees and subcontractors during onboarding.
• Support site leadership in safety meetings and toolbox talks.
• Develop Job Hazard Analysis and Safe Work Practice documents.
• Audit field-level hazard assessments and incident reports for accuracy and completeness.

Skills

Communication

Presentation skills

Team player

Adaptability

Problem solving

Education

CRSP/CSO/NCSO designation

Tools

MS Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

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.

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
• Assists 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 heavy civil, mining, 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 within the Heavy Civil Construction and/or Open Pit Mining industries
• 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

Additional Information

The Ledcor Group of Companies is one of North America’s most diversified construction companies. Ledcor is a company built on a rich history of long-standing project successes.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

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.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.