Safety Advisor

Shanghai Construction Group Co., Ltd.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Shanghai Construction Group Co., Ltd. seeks a Safety Advisor for our Edmonton site. The role focuses on promoting a safe work environment across tunneling activities, performing inspections, and driving safety audits to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

You will lead toolbox talks, coach workers, and coordinate with site supervisors to implement corrective actions. A strong background in construction safety and regulatory knowledge is essential to succeed in this role.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety and Occupational Health; ability to apply regulations and standards.
• Experience delivering Safety Training, toolbox talks, and orientation sessions.
• Hands-on Construction Safety background: confined space, risk assessments, site inspections, incident prevention.
• Post-secondary education or certification in occupational health and safety is an asset.
• Familiarity with Canadian safety legislation, especially Alberta.
• Strong communication, documentation, and report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain a safe work environment across tunneling construction activities.
• Conduct regular site inspections, hazard assessments, and safety audits.
• Facilitate toolbox talks and coaching to promote workplace safety.
• Collaborate with site supervisors to implement corrective actions and continuous improvement.
• Maintain safety documentation and assist with safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Safety training

Construction safety

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Team collaboration

On-site work

Report writing

Risk assessment

Education

OHS Diploma / NCSO

Tools

Safety inspection tools

Safety software

Job description

Company Description Shanghai Construction Group Co., Ltd. is a civil engineering and construction company headquartered in Shanghai, with a growing international presence. The company focuses on delivering high-quality infrastructure and construction projects, emphasizing technical excellence and reliable project execution. Shanghai Construction values strong relationships with clients, partners, and team members, and uses professional networks to build its brand and attract future employees. The organization offers opportunities for individuals who want to contribute to major construction projects while developing their careers in a collaborative environment.

Role Description The Safety Advisor is a full-time, on-site role based in Edmonton, AB, responsible for promoting and maintaining a safe work environment across the Tunneling construction activities. This position involves conducting regular site inspections, hazard assessments, and safety audits, and ensuring compliance with relevant health, safety, and occupational regulations. The Safety Advisor will facilitate toolbox talks, support intervening for safety's sake, and collaborate with site supervisors to implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives. The role includes maintaining safety documentation, assisting with the development and updating of safety policies and procedures, and providing day-to-day guidance to workers and management on safe work practices and risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and practical experience in Health & Safety and Occupational Health, with the ability to interpret and apply relevant regulations and standards.
• Experience delivering effective Safety Training and promoting Workplace Safety through coaching, toolbox talks, and orientation sessions.
• Hands-on background in Construction Safety, including confined space entry, safe limits of approach, working around powered mobile equipment, risk assessments, site inspections, and incident prevention on active construction sites.
• Relevant post-secondary education or certification in occupational health and safety (e.g., OHS diploma, NCSO, or equivalent) is an asset.
• Familiarity with Canadian safety legislation and industry best practices, especially within Alberta.
• Strong communication, documentation, and report-writing skills, with the ability to influence and engage workers at all levels.
• Ability to work on-site in varying weather and construction conditions and to use standard safety inspection tools and software.