Safety Specialist

Chandos; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Chandos Construction seeks a dedicated Safety professional to foster a safe work environment on job sites. This role involves promoting safety compliance, facilitating training, and proactively addressing risks to maintain a strong safety culture. Join a company committed to innovative construction and community crafting.

Qualifications

• 6 years in safety coordinator or similar role preferred.
• 10 years experience with a General Contractor preferred.
• Strong understanding of OH&S regulations and safety programs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with OH&S regulations and Chandos Safety Manual.
• Facilitate safety training and lead weekly safety meetings.
• Conduct safety investigations and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Safety Culture

Risk Management

Proactive Hazard Identification

Education

NCSO Certification

Trade Certification

COR Internal Auditor Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

SALUS

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Chandos Construction is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Safety professional to ensure a safe work environment for all personnel on our job sites. In this role you will be responsible for promoting and maintaining a safetyfirst culture ensuring compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) regulations and supporting our safety program across all construction projects.

• Ensure all duties performed comply with Occupational Health and Safety regulations and adhere to the Chandos Construction Safety Manual.
• Communicate safety roles and responsibilities clearly to all site personnel providing regular feedback in a respectful manner.
• Demonstrate a solid working knowledge of the Chandos Safety Manual and operational procedures.
• Facilitate train and support the implementation of the Chandos Safety Program.
• Foster and maintain a positive safety culture across all job sites.
• Steward the safety of all personnel by proactively addressing risks and hazards as they arise.
• Advise field employees on OH&S legislation regulations and safe work practices.
• Assist construction management teams with project startup safety planning safety reporting and constructability input focused on safe work practices.
• Develop and implement safe work procedures for various sites.
• Conduct safety investigations and implement corrective actions in a timely manner.
• Lead weekly safety meetings daily toolbox talks and deliver employee safety training ensuring the passage of critical safety information.
• Stay current on industry safety advancements and OH&S changes maintaining required certifications.
• Help identify potential hazards and recommend appropriate solutions to mitigate them.
• Coach managers and employees on safety programs and best practices.
• Assist with safety training as required depending on qualifications.
• Assist with the COR Audit process including document gathering corrective action plans and compliance document distribution to Kelowna district.
• Support Chandos Injury Management WorkSafeBC processes modified duties and claims management.

Qualifications :

• NCSO certification required.
• Trade certification an asset.
• 6 years experience in a safety coordinator or similar safety role within the construction industry preferred.
• 10 years experience working with a General Contractor preferred.
• Solid understanding of OH&S regulations safety programs and best practices.
• Experience in various platforms (MS suite SALUS Teams)
• COR Internal Auditor Certificate (asset).
• Strong communication and leadership skills to work effectively with field employees and management teams.
• Ability to conduct safety training deliver safety talks and facilitate investigations.
• Ability to identify and address potential hazards in a proactive manner.
• Familiarity with WCB modified work programs.
• Ability to travel to various job sites as required.
• Clean Drivers Abstract.

Additional Information :

At Chandos were not just constructing buildings; were crafting communities. If youre driven by the values of inclusion collaboration and innovation you belong with us!

As a 100 employeeowned company and the first and largest B Corp certified commercial builder in North America were dedicated to putting our values into action every day.

Join us in championing innovative construction methods that prioritize efficiency cost savings social impact and a positive working environment. Together were not just building structureswere creating spaces where people can live work learn serve and play fostering vibrant communities every step of the way.

If youre ready to be part of something meaningful and make a real difference lets build the future together. Reach out to us today and let your passion for building a better world shine with Chandos!

We recognize that our differences are our greatest strengths. We uncover talent. We nurture talent. And then we give people the tools they need to use their talent to create a positive impact!

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Key Skills

Microsoft Office,Computer Skills,Construction Experience,Food Safety Experience,Root cause Analysis,Microsoft Powerpoint,OSHA,Child Protective Services,EPA,Unity,EHS,Manufacturing

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