Health & Safety Advisor

Overview

Advises and implements health & safety programs, training, inspections, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• site inspections
• safety audits
• incident investigation
• job hazard analyses
• training delivery
• equipment inventory

Tasks

-Advise, coach, and support management and supervisors on health and safety requirements and best practices including OHSA, Industrial & Construction Regulations, WHMIS, Fall Protection, Traffic Control, Machine Guarding, PPE, Cranes and Lifting Devices, First Aid, Fire Protection, Emergency Response, Noise, etc. -Support WSIB claims and return-to-work initiatives through collaboration with management, employees, and healthcare providers. -Participate in and/or lead Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC) meetings. -Conduct site inspections and audits (including occasional night and weekend visits), and prepare required health, safety, and environmental reports. -Conduct or assist with investigations, supporting resolution of safety issues through the Internal Responsibility System (IRS). -Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Health, Safety and Environment program and assist with the maintenance of accreditations. -Support development and implementation of Safe Work Practices, Job Hazard Analyses, and other safety documentation, ensuring availability for supervisors and workers. -Facilitate orientation and onboarding training, coordinate and deliver ongoing health and safety training programs. -Review incident and inspection reports, ensuring corrective actions are identified, tracked, and completed. -Maintain company emergency equipment inventory (first aid kits, fire extinguishers, etc.). -Participate in associations and benchmarking activities to remain current with emerging trends and best practices.

Requirements

• iso 45001
• ms office
• ohsa
• degree
• crsp
• 3-5 years

What You Bring

-PLEASE NOTE ** - this role can be based in Stouffville, Hamilton or other GTA locations (TBD) -Physically able to access construction sites in all weather conditions and traverse rough terrain as required. -Demonstrated experience supporting COR (Certification of Recognition) and ISO 45001 certifications is an asset. -Proficient with MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint). -Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to foster a positive safety culture. -Strong communication, coaching, and presentation skills; able to confidently engage with groups of all sizes. -Strong knowledge of OHSA, workers’ compensation, and construction industry safety standards. -Willing and able to attend occasional nighttime and/or weekend site visits. -Degree or Diploma in OH&S, Health, Safety & Environmental Management, Safety Engineering, or related discipline (strongly preferred). -Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record. -Professional designations such as CRSP, NCSO, or equivalent are considered an asset. -3-5 years of progressive experience in Occupational Health & Safety, ideally in construction.

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