Safety Support Specialist

Right Traffic; Halifax Regional Municipality; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health

Vision

RRSP

Life Insurance

PTO

Fitness reimbursement

EPA program

Job summary

Right Traffic in Halifax, NS, is seeking a Safety Support Specialist to execute safety support tasks, maintain training records, and prepare client safety documents. The role reports to the Safety Coordinator with regulatory oversight from the National Safety Director and involves travel to worksites and offices.

The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, can handle multiple priorities, and is proficient with Word, Excel, and Adobe.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow established processes and escalate issues appropriately.
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Team-oriented and collaborative.
• Interest in program/document development.

Responsibilities

• Execute day-to-day safety support and administrative tasks in accordance with procedures.
• Assist with collection, organization, and maintenance of safety documentation and training records.
• Prepare and update client safety documentation including RFQ and MSA safety data.
• Maintain client safety prequalification portals (e.g., ISN, Avetta).
• Monitor OH&S documentation for completeness and compliance with requirements.
• Create, update, and maintain forms and materials for health and safety programs.
• Perform safety-related administrative duties including filing, scanning, data entry, and document control.
• Review incidents, inspections, and audits for basic accuracy prior to escalation.
• Track corrective actions and coordinate with internal departments as directed.
• Coordinate travel bookings and related arrangements when assigned.
• Handle confidential information professionally.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Independent work

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Technical writing interest

Education

OH&S certificate/diploma

NCSO/HSA designation

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Adobe

Job description

Safety Support Specialist

Full Time, Halifax, NS, CA

Salary Range: CA$40,000.00 To CA$50,000.00 Annually

Company Overview

At Right Traffic, we revolutionize traffic control through innovative technology and unparalleled engineering. Our industry-leading solutions make work zones safer and more efficient while reducing labor costs and increasing profitability for our clients. We are committed to constantly pushing the boundaries of traffic control innovation—and we’re looking for team members who are passionate about scaling that impact.

Position Summary

The Safety Support Specialist plays a hands‑on role in supporting safety programs, client requirements, and internal compliance processes. This position is well suited for a detail-oriented individual looking to build foundational experience and technical competence within a structured safety organization. Reporting directly to the Safety Support Coordinator (with functional oversight from the National Safety Director), the role is responsible for executing defined safety support tasks, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring timely completion of safety-related documentation and follow‑ups.

This is a high-impact leadership role requiring extensive experience in safety management, field operations, and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions. Regular travel to worksites and company offices is expected.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute assigned day‑to‑day safety support and administrative tasks in accordance with established procedures and timelines.
• Assist with the collection, organization, and maintenance of safety documentation, training records, and certifications.
• Support the preparation and updating of client safety documentation, including RFQ and MSA safety-related data, under direction of the Coordinator.
• Assist in maintaining client safety prequalification portals (e.g., ISN, Avetta), ensuring information is accurate and current.
• Monitor safety documentation for completeness and compliance with OH&S requirements, internal standards, and client expectations.
• Create, update, and maintain forms, templates, and supporting materials for health and safety programs.
• Perform safety-related administrative duties, including filing, scanning, data entry, and document control.
• Review incident, inspection, and audit records for basic accuracy and completeness prior to escalation or reporting.
• Assist with tracking corrective actions and follow up with internal departments as directed.
• Support departmental logistics, including coordinating travel bookings and related arrangements when assigned.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information in a professional and ethical manner.

Qualifications & Experience

• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow established processes and escalate issues appropriately.
• Comfortable working independently on assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
• Self‑motivated and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Basic technical writing skills or interest in program and document development.

Requirements

• Certificate or Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field from an accredited institution is an asset.
• NCSO / HSA designation is an asset.
• Working knowledge of OH&S legislation, WCB regulations, or traffic control operations is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel.
• Willingness to work in office, field, and active job site environments.

Benefits

• Extended health
• Vision
• RRSP
• Life Insurance
• PTO
• Fitness reimbursement $100/month
• EPA program

Right Traffic is an Equal Employment Opportunities Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their nationality, ethnicity, gender, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, veterans, or military status.