HS&E Advisor

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

Job summary

Ledcor Highways in Edmonton is seeking an experienced Health & Safety professional to lead safety programs on industrial turnaround projects. You will drive safety compliance, conduct field inspections, and coordinate safety messaging across project teams and subcontractors.

The role is site-based with rotation schedules determined by project needs, and Ledcor emphasizes a proactive safety culture and strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience on turnarounds and industrial maintenance projects.
• Must hold a CRSP, certificate or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, or NCSO designation.
• Technical knowledge of construction practices, turnaround, and industrial maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct work area inspections and coordinate safety equipment readiness with field supervision.
• Advise operations on Ledcor's Health and Safety Management System across the project lifecycle.
• Monitor compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Assist in developing safe work procedures, hazard assessments, safety inspections, and incident investigations.
• Lead HS&E orientations for employees and subcontractors.

Skills

Safety leadership

Effective communication

Risk assessment

Problem solving

Team player

Education

CRSP/NCSO designation

OH&S diploma/certificate

Tools

MS Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

You are an established Health & Safety professional with an extensive background in Turnarounds and Industrial Maintenance.

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 industrial turnaround 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 team on-site 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
• 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
• Assist with the implementation of occupational hygiene practices and have awareness of medical screening programs

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of related work experience working on turnarounds and Industrial Maintenance projects
• Must hold a CRSP, Certificate or Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, or NCSO designation
• Has developed technical knowledge of common construction practices, techniques, and equipment within Turnarounds and Industrial Maintenance
• 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
• Good physical condition to spend majority of time in the field and climbing stairs
• Fit testing certification would be an asset
• Strong understanding of SCAT investigation tool

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.

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