Safety Advisor - Ontario

thetotalgroupofcompanies; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Total Group of Companies in Hamilton, Ontario is seeking Safety Advisors to support restoration projects. The role focuses on promoting safe work practices, identifying hazards, and ensuring compliance across industrial and construction sites.

You will assist with orientations, toolbox talks, and safety meetings, review permits and JHAs, and collaborate with crews, supervisors, and clients to foster a proactive safety culture.

Qualifications

• One or more safety designations (NCSO/CSO/HSO) or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations and site safety processes.
• Ability to communicate clearly with crews, supervisors, and clients.
• Detail-oriented with solid documentation practices.

Responsibilities

• Support field crews with daily safety expectations and safe practices.
• Carry out site safety observations, inspections, and hazard assessments.
• Assist with orientations, toolbox talks, and safety meetings.
• Monitor activities for compliance with company, client, and regulatory requirements.
• Support incident, near-miss, and hazard reporting processes.
• Review safety documentation such as permits and JHAs.

Skills

NCSO

CSO

HSO

HSE designation

Education

Occupational Health and Safety certificate/diploma

Job description

Total Group of Companies is currently looking for Safety Advisors for a restoration project in the Hamilton, Ontario area.

Position Overview

Safety Advisors support field crews, contractors, and client representatives by helping maintain safe work practices, identifying hazards, supporting site safety requirements, and promoting a positive safety culture. Work may take place in industrial, construction, restoration, turnaround, or remote project environments.

Responsibilities may include:

• Supporting site personnel with daily safety expectations and safe work practices
• Completing site safety observations, inspections, and hazard assessments
• Assisting with orientations, toolbox talks, and safety meetings
• Monitoring work activities for compliance with company, client, and regulatory requirements
• Supporting incident, near-miss, and hazard reporting processes
• Reviewing documentation such as FLHAs, permits, JHAs, and safety paperwork
• Communicating professionally with workers, supervisors, and client representatives
• Promoting a positive, proactive, and solutions-focused safety culture

Qualifications

To be considered for Safety Advisor opportunities, candidates must hold one or more of the following designations or equivalent experience:

• NCSO
• CSO
• HSO
• HSE designation or equivalent safety background

Additional Requirements

• Previous experience in a Safety Advisor, HSE, CSO, HSO, or similar field safety role preferred
• Able to work independently and communicate clearly with crews, supervisors, and clients
• Strong attention to detail, documentation, and site safety processes
• Positive, professional, and team-focused attitude
• Valid driver’s license preferred
• Completion of an Occupational Health and Safety certificate, diploma, or related safety program is considered an asset
• CRST or CRSP designation is considered a strong asset
• Additional industry-related safety training, tickets, or professional designations are considered assets, including First Aid, H2S Alive, CSTS, Confined Space, Fall Protection, and WHMIS

Work Type

• Project-based
• Ontario-based candidates are preferred; however, qualified candidates from outside the area are encouraged to apply
• Shift length, schedule, and project duration may vary depending on client needs