Site Health & Safety Coordinator

Pomerleau; Kingston; On-site; CAD 87,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Hybrid work

Employee stock ownership

Career growth

Transit pass

4 weeks vacation

Job summary

Pomerleau in Kingston, Ontario is seeking a Site Health & Safety Coordinator to drive health and safety excellence on a major construction project. You will work hands-on on sites and advise project teams on the company’s H&S program, ensuring compliance with OH&S regulations.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, incident investigations, and proactive safety improvement. A 3+ year track record in construction safety, a relevant degree, and First Aid Level 2 are required, with COR/BCCSA

Qualifications

• 3+ years in construction and health and safety management
• OH&S or Risk Management degree/certification
• NCSO designation is a plus
• First Aid Level 2 is required
• Experience with COR and Safety Group (BCCSA)
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Knowledge of Kingston market
• Proficient computer skills

Responsibilities

• Advise and mentor project teams to enforce the health and safety program
• Lead health and safety on the project and apply safety standards
• Assist with development of construction plans and hazard identification
• Conduct regular site inspections
• Lead incident investigations and liaise with Regional Manager
• Promote prevention program usage
• Monitor and audit Project Safety Plan compliance
• Authorize work stoppages with corrective plan
• Provide Health and Safety training and coaching
• Support emergency response for projects
• Compile monthly Health and Safety statistics
• Participate in project wrap-up

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Coaching

Education

OH&S degree or certificate

NCSO designation (asset)

First Aid Level 2

Job description

General Information

Job Location: Kingston, ON

Date Published: 17-Aug-2026

Department: Project Management

Min Compensation: 87 000

Max Compensation: 112 000

Compensation Frequency: Annual

Employment Type: Permanent

Working Arrangement: Hybrid

Role Type: Full-Time

Job Description

Safety doesn’t happen by accident. Join us and actively contribute to Pomerleau’s vision about the importance of Health and Safety at every stage of the construction process. Pomerleau is looking for a Site Health & Safety Coordinator to take the next a step in their career and become an integral part of one of our significant construction projects in BC. This is your chance to collaboratively shape the future of Pomerleau and impact the lives of our employees and partners.

With a strong track record of providing health and safety support to project teams, your proactive drive for the wellbeing of others is exceptional. As a Site Health & Safety Coordinator, your passion for implementation of required safety standards and compliance of company-wide objectives and practices is inspiring. You are a committed ambassador and effectively challenge the standard with every member of our team throughout our journey towards health and safety excellence.

What you will do

• Put your knowledge of Pomerleau’s Health and Safety program to work through advisement, mentorship and assistance with project teams to ensure companywide compliance;
• Demonstrate leadership in Health & Safety on the project. Effectively apply the requirements of the project specific safety standards to promote Pomerleau’s H&S standards, applicable OH&S Act, Regulation and Codes with all employees and trade partners on the project;
• Jump right in from project start-up to assist with the development of construction plans, kick-off meetings and hazard identification;
• Get active and out on our construction sites to conduct regular site inspections;
• Be the lead of incident investigations by taking a closer look at the investigation requirements and associated high risk elements while keeping the lines of communication open with your Regional Manager of Health and Safety;
• Promote the idea of thinking ahead and utilizing our prevention program;
• Take pride in monitoring, auditing and support to ensure Project Safety Plan compliance while always looking for opportunities to improve safety performance;
• Confidently order work stoppages as required alongside the creation of a plan of correction;
• Share your knowledge and be a role model by providing Health and Safety training and coaching opportunities;
• Utilize and support emergency response for projects;
• Effectively compile project Health and Safety statistics monthly;
• Celebrate project success and completion and be a key member of the project wrap-up process.

This role could be for you if you have

• Ideally 3+ years’ experience in the construction industry and health and safety management within the civil, infrastructure, and / or ICI industry;
• A University Degree, College Diploma or Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety and/or Risk Management or a combination of education and industry experience;
• A minimum of NCSO designation would be considered an asset;
• Holder of the Occupational First Aid Level 2 certification is required;
• Experience with Certificate of Recognition (COR) and Safety Group (BCCSA);
• Outstanding leadership, coaching and interpersonal skills are essential;
• A dynamic and creative approach with a flair for being proactive and applying good judgement techniques in all situations;
• Strong communications skills, both verbal and written;
• Good computer skills are a must;
• Knowledge of the Kingston market

Please note that this position requires candidates to be eligible to obtain and maintain a Level I (Reliability) Security Clearance. As part of the recruitment process, applicants must be able to provide 5 years of verifiable background information, including employment history, educational background, addresses, and other information required to support the security clearance process.

Benefits

• RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
• Hybrid work model for corporate roles
• Employee stock ownership program
• Career growth through real development opportunities
• Transit pass reimbursement — get to work for free
• Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one

For the past six years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.

The expected compensation range posted for this role applies to available work locations in Ontario and/or British Columbia. Offered compensation may vary from the posted range based on a candidate’s relevant skills, experience, qualifications, geographic location, and the final job for which they are hired.

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Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work.