Senior Safety Specialist

Kiewit (Canada); Toronto; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Wellness programs

Life insurance

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Ganotec is seeking a Senior Safety Specialist to champion safety across multi-site infrastructure projects in Canada and beyond. You will support and audit safety programs, foster a culture of 'Nobody Gets Hurt', and influence practices to maintain safe, compliant conditions on site.

You will lead environmental health and safety initiatives, deliver training, manage records, and liaise with regulatory authorities. Domestic and international travel required; 14/7 or 10/4 rotations may apply.

Qualifications

• A degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field preferred.
• 10+ years of safety program management experience.
• Proven ability to lead safety initiatives across complex projects.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA standards and injury management.
• Proficiency with Word and Excel for documentation and reporting.
• Excellent organizational and multi‑tasking skills.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in diverse teams.
• Willingness to travel across Canada and the United States.

Responsibilities

• Implement and uphold safety programs at project level.
• Collect and analyze data on illnesses and incidents to identify trends.
• Inspect facilities and processes for hazards and compliance.
• Coach employees on safe work behaviors and continuous improvement.
• Develop and deliver safety training materials and sessions.
• Maintain training records and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Interpret safety legislation to ensure governmental compliance.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities during inspections.
• Support multiple site safety operations with flexibility to relocate.

Skills

Safety leadership

Data analysis

Training delivery

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder comms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Job Level: Senior Level

Home District/Group: Ganotec District

Department: Safety

Market: Industrial

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Join Kiewit as a Senior Safety Specialist and become an integral part of one of North America's leading contractors, where safety is paramount. In this critical role, you will champion workplace safety by supporting and auditing safety programs while fostering a culture that fully embraces our core philosophy: “Nobody Gets Hurt.” This position offers an exceptional opportunity to influence safety practices across diverse infrastructure projects and to contribute to maintaining safe and compliant working conditions at all times.

District Overview

Ganotec is a full service, heavy industrial contractor serving the industrial sector across Canada. Ganotec typically self performs all major disciplines including, civil, structural steel erection, heavy mechanical equipment installation, process piping and electrical / instrumentation and controls. We conduct our business through a variety of commercial contract styles including full turnkey, EPC, design build, T&M and conventional discipline packages. We have always been a strong proponent of “partnering”, working in collaboration with owners, major equipment suppliers and engineers at the early stages of the project development phase to allow for a more cost-effective execution strategy for the project. Ganotec continues to position itself towards the future, constantly seeking growth opportunities yet never losing sight of what has made the company so successful.

Location

This position requires flexibility to travel to project sites across Canada and the United States, including fly-in/fly-out assignments. Rotations could be 14/7 or 10/4.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Safety Specialist, you will:

• Implement and uphold company-wide environmental health and safety programs at the project level, ensuring a proactive safety culture.

• Collect, analyze, and interpret data concerning workplace illnesses and accidents, identifying trends and recommending preventative measures to minimize risks.

• Conduct systematic inspections of facilities, equipment, and processes to identify hazards and verify compliance with safety regulations and internal policies.

• Monitor and coach employees on safe work behaviors, promoting continuous improvement through guidance and corrective actions when necessary.

• Develop comprehensive safety training materials and presentations tailored to project-specific needs, enhancing workforce knowledge and adherence.

• Manage training records through an effective system to track completion and compliance with safety initiatives conducted internally or by external consultants.

• Interpret relevant safety legislation and standards to ensure project activities maintain strict compliance with governmental and company requirements.

• Deliver engaging safety training sessions, including orientations, fall protection, confined space procedures, lockout/tagout protocols, and respiratory protection programs.

• Serve as a liaison with Occupational Safety and Health regulatory authorities during inspections or site visits, ensuring transparent communication and adherence to required actions.

Qualifications

To excel in this role, candidates must possess:

• A degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related discipline is preferred.

• 10+ years of experience

• Proven expertise managing comprehensive safety programs across complex projects, with a demonstrated ability to lead safety initiatives and foster a culture of prevention.

• In-depth knowledge of OSHA standards, hazard evaluation, record-keeping protocols, and injury management processes.

• Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Word and Excel, to manage documentation and reporting requirements efficiently.

• Excellent organizational skills and the capacity to balance multiple priorities with attention to detail and timely execution.

• Strong interpersonal skills, including effective verbal and written communication, to engage all levels of personnel and maintain productive working relationships.

• A conscientious work ethic complemented by the ability to operate independently and collaboratively within diverse teams.

• Physical capability to access various construction site locations under diverse climate conditions and environments, including periods of sitting, standing, walking, and active listening.

• Flexibility and readiness to relocate and travel as required to meet project demands and contribute to multiple site safety operations. #LI-IS1

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance

• Work productively and meet deadlines timely

• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment

• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.

• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

• Openings are to fill both existing vacancies and newly created positions

Base Compensation: $110,000/yr - $150,000/yr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.

Company: Ganotec