Senior Safety Leader

TWD Technologies Ltd; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Hamilton, ON is seeking a highly motivated Senior Safety Lead to oversee health and safety on construction sites. The ideal candidate has 7-10 years of construction experience, knowledge of Ontario safety regulations, and strong skills in accident investigation. Join a team focused on maintaining a 'Zero Accident' philosophy while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

Benefits

Inclusive work environment

Equal opportunity employer

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of construction experience required.
• Experience with Health and Safety programs is necessary.
• Ability to interpret Health and Safety legislation effectively.

Responsibilities

• Champion Health and Safety on construction sites.
• Monitor compliance with safety regulations.
• Conduct safety meetings and audits.

Skills

Detailed knowledge of Ontario Health and Safety Act

Experience in construction safety

Accident investigation skills

Communication skills

Education

CRSP or NCSO certification

Tools

Coirty

Cognibox

Job description

Senior Safety Leader

TWD is a leading multi-discipline engineering, procurement and construction management company providing project development, execution and engineering services. Our expertise includes Oil & Gas, Infrastructure, Renewables (fuels & energy), Chemical & Petrochemical, Power, Pipelines, Terminalling & Blending, Transportation, Metals & Mining. TWD has offices throughout Canada, US and Europe. The culture created here at TWD is one of the most noted benefits by our people. Our vision, 'Together We Deliver', is at the heart of everything we do and speaks to the importance of teamwork. TWD has been providing EPCM solutions for the Industrial World. From concept to construction, our success is driven by our proficiency, our people and our reliable performance.

At TWD Technologies, we are seeking a highly motivated Senior Safety Leader for our client in Hamilton, ON.

General

1. Champion for Health and Safety on the various construction sites.
2. Monitor the execution of planned construction scope to ensure that our client project goals for H&S are met.
3. Maintain open and clear communication with all project participants.

Health & Safety (self)

1. Responsible for own health and safety.
2. Reviews toolbox talks as they are circulated. Is aware of all changing site conditions.
3. Stop. Challenge. Choose – If sees a dangerous act that poses an immediate threat, stops the worker. Otherwise, communicates these issues to contractor supervision or AMD’s contract lead.

Health & Safety (project)

1. Is knowledgeable about the construction scope of work, and implications for H&S.
2. Monitors multiple site activities to ensure compliance with OHSA Act, Construction Regulations, and the AMD Third Party H&S program.
3. Develops, fosters, and reinforces a ‘Zero Accident’ philosophy with all parties on site. Maintains a regular presence on the construction site.
4. Interprets applicable Health and Safety legislation and AMD’s Third-Party H&S Program.
5. Develops formal monthly reports on site H&S performance and issues to the Project Manager and Construction Manager.
6. Compiles and reports on safety performance of each contractor on site. Follows up with contractor’s leadership as required.
7. Participates in Risk Management activities for Construction Health & Safety.
8. Participates in Risk Management activities for Commissioning and Start up Health and Safety.
9. Leads or participates in risk analysis, (HIRA) as required.
10. Leads and/or participates in weekly safety meetings and daily site safety audits.
11. Leads or participates in accident investigations and RCAs.
12. Leads or attends Safe Work Permit Meetings to provide relevant safety input and expertise.
13. Participates in meetings relating to special procedures or work, i.e., confined space entry, engineered lifts, roof access, hot work, etc., to provide relevant safety input and expertise.
14. Reports to Project Manager any observed violations to AMD’s Health & Safety Program so timely corrective action can be taken.
15. Conducts monthly project team safety meeting (if required)
16. Participates in the development of Toolbox talks.

Meetings (as required on a project-by-project basis)

1. Runs weekly H&S meetings, and issues meeting minutes.
2. Attends JH&SC meetings as AMD representative.
3. Attend daily construction meetings.
4. Attend weekly construction coordination meeting.
5. Conducts Safe Work Permit Meetings
6. Facilitates HIRA’s
7. Facilitates Root Cause Analysis

Qualifications / experience

1. Detailed knowledge of and experience in the interpretation and application of the Ontario Health and Safety Act and the Construction Regulations
2. CRSP or NCSO certification.
3. 7-10 years of Construction experience
4. Experience with Health and Safety programs (Coirty, Cognibox etc.)
5. Experience conducting Accident Investigations and Root Cause Analysis

Minimum Training Requirements

1. Working at Heights
2. Confined Space
3. Respirator Training

If you would like to apply for this position, respond directly to this ad for consideration. Though we thank all applicants that apply for this role, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources Team.