Senior Safety Coordinator

EBC Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks annual vacation

Group insurance upon entry

Group RRSP with employer DPSP

Telemedicine access

Job summary

EBC Inc. is seeking a Senior Safety Coordinator to lead and manage the site-specific Health & Safety Program on a major ICI project in North York.

The role demands strong leadership across multiple trades, rigorous compliance with OHSA and project regulations, and proactive risk management to safeguard personnel and operations. You will conduct risk assessments, deliver trainings, and drive incident investigations, while mentoring junior safety staff and coordinating with regulatory bodies and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience in Health and Safety.
• 5–8+ years of progressive health & safety experience on ICI construction projects.
• Experience on institutional or operational facilities (hospitals, schools, government, transit).
• Demonstrated leadership on large multi-trade construction sites.
• Advanced working knowledge of Ontario OHSA and Construction Projects Regulation.

Responsibilities

• Lead, implement, and continuously improve the site-specific Health & Safety Program for a large or complex ICI construction project.
• Ensure full compliance with OHSA, Construction Projects Regulation, owner standards, and company policies.
• Conduct and oversee site safety inspections, hazard assessments, and field audits across multiple trades and high-risk activities.
• Act as primary point of contact for health & safety on site with regulatory agencies and client representatives.
• Lead incident, injury, and near-miss investigations with root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Deliver safety orientations, toolbox talks, and advanced training for ICI hazards.
• Mentor junior safety staff, site supervisors, and subcontractors on safety best practices.
• Review and approve safe work procedures, lift plans, permits, and risk assessments.
• Coordinate emergency response planning, drills, and site preparedness.
• Maintain and audit safety documentation, records, and reporting systems.
• Support WSIB claims management and return-to-work programs.
• 4 weeks of annual vacation; group insurance; RRSP with DPSP; telemedicine; training and development programs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Hazard analysis

Incident investigations

Education

Diploma/degree in OH&S or related field

Related field (Construction Management)

Tools

OHSA knowledge

Job description

F or more than 50 years, the building team has been giving life to countless construction projects, distinguishing itself by the high quality of its work, respecting the highest industry standards and aiming to obtain environmental certifications. Engineers, architects, and other building specialists work hard to meet deadlines and exceed client expectations, while improving the well-being of communities.

Office buildings, hospitals and research centers, educational institutions, residential buildings, hotels, shopping centers, factories, sports and cultural centers, our team excels at building these places using state-of-the-art tools and places people at the heart of its concerns by advocating an innovative collaborative approach.

Come build the future with us!

We are looking to add a Senior Safety Coordinator to work onsite on one of our important ICI projects in North York!

Responsibilities

• Lead, implement, and continuously improve the site-specific Health & Safety Program for a large or complex ICI construction project;
• Ensure full compliance with OHSA, Construction Projects Regulation (O. Reg. 213/91), owner standards, and company policies;
  
• Conduct and oversee comprehensive site safety inspections, hazard assessments, and field audits across multiple trades and high-risk activities;
  
• Act as the primary point of contact for health & safety matters on site, including regulatory agencies and client safety representatives;
  
• Lead incident, injury, and near-miss investigations, including root-cause analysis and corrective/preventive action plans;
  
• Deliver and oversee safety orientations, toolbox talks, and advanced training related to ICI-specific hazards (e.g., confined spaces, energized systems, critical lifts, hot work, high-risk equipment);
  
• Mentor and guide junior safety staff, site supervisors, and subcontractors on safety best practices;
  
• Review and approve safe work procedures, lift plans, permits, and risk assessments;
  
• Coordinate emergency response planning, drills, and site preparedness;
  
• Maintain and audit all safety documentation, records, and reporting systems;
  
• Support WSIB claims management, return-to-work programs, and modified duty planning.
  

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years experience in Health and Safety;
• Diploma or degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience;
• 5 - 8+ years of progressive health & safety experience on ICI construction projects;
• Experience working on institutional or operational facilities (e.g., hospitals, schools, government, transit);
• Demonstrated leadership experience on large, multi-trade construction sites;
• Advanced working knowledge of Ontario OHSA, Construction Projects Regulation, and ICI industry best practices;
• Valid Working at Heights certification;
• Strong incident investigation and hazard analysis experience;
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills;
• Proficiency in safety reporting systems, audits, and compliance documentation;
• CRSP, CHSO, NCSO, or equivalent professional certification, an asset.
• Ability to obtain a Level II Secret security clearance.
  
• 4 weeks of annual vacation
• Complete group insurance program upon entry
• Group RRSP with employer contribution to a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• 24 hour access to a virtual doctor (telemedicine)
• Training and development programs
• Employee assistance program
• Active social club and health and wellness committee
• Diverse, innovative and stimulating environment
• A company built on values of respect, integrity and a job well done
• Corporate Clothing Program
• Firm recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies

In accordance with applicable pay transparency legislation, EBC Inc. has included the expected salary range for this role, which is $95,000 - $145,000. Compensation within the range is determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, localization, and internal equity. Base salary is one component of EBC’s comprehensive total rewards offering, which may include performance-based incentives, extended health and wellness benefits, retirement savings programs, and career development opportunities.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, EBC may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support the candidate pre-screening process. These tools are used responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws as well as EBC’s policies. Final decisions always remain the responsibility of our qualified talent acquisition professionals.

EBC welcomes applications from First Nations, Inuit, and Métis candidates and is committed to fostering an inclusive, culturally safe workplace.