Established in 1927 Bothwell-Accurate has enjoyed 90 successful years in business and now employs over 1000 professionals to meet all your waterproofing, architectural metal and roofing project requirements. With a management team that represents some of the most experienced professionals in the industry, and more than 60,000 completed projects, we are one of Canada’s oldest and most experienced construction firms. We proudly service our growing roster of industrial, commercial and institutional clients providing innovative, superior installations across Ontario the lower mainland and interior of British Columbia.
Health & Safety Coordinator Job Description
General Information
Job Title: Health & Safety Coordinator
Department: Health & Safety
Reports to: Health & Safety Manager
This job description is not meant to comprehensively list of all duties and responsibilities required for an employee in this position. Instead, this job description provides a summary of the position, which outlines the main accountabilities, required experience and education, and general working conditions. It is our intention that this job description will form the basis for employee goal setting and performance management.
Scope of the Position
The Health and Safety Coordinator will assist the Health & Safety Manager with the enforcement and maintenance of the requisite policies and procedures that are consistent with WorksafeBC Reguations and all other related laws, codes, rules and regulations.
Major Responsibilities
- Develop, implement and maintain company health and safety policies, procedures and programs actively promoting safety culture.
- Provide leadership, guidance and technical support to all company operations regarding specific issues relating to health and safety programs and practices.
- Conduct safety evaluations of project sites using documentation and standardized processes.
- Assist with the preparation and implementation of the site safety plan, and other safety related plans (Fall Protection Plans, Emergency Response, and Hazard Assessments).
- Work with project management to ensure site implementation of the safety program.
- Ensure that subcontractors adhere to required safety standards as per policy and procedures.
- Assess and manage WCB cases through modified work programs and report related injuries.
- Assess risks and trends in the workplace and implement corrective measures to reduce risks.
- Review of statistical data to identify industry trends.
- Maintain Certificate of Recognition (COR) status.
- Participate in on site JHSC meetings with worker and employer representatives, initiate follow up and corrective action to ensure compliance and maintain effective communication with workers and employers.
- Provide in-house health and safety training with employees which includes employee orientation, various employee specific training and Working at Heights.
- Notify site supervision of all safety hazards observed and provide input on corrective actions.
- Maintain records of incidents and accidents and provide statistics for management.
- Identify, investigate, report and provide guidance relative to root causes for incidents, employee safety programs and regulatory compliance pertaining to health and safety.
- Advise on a wide range of specialist areas (regulations, fall protection, occupational health, hazardous substances, client on-line training programs).
- Maintain employee security clearances with various government agencies.
- Maintain 3rd party health and safety accreditation for contractors through various providers.
- All other duties as assigned
Education & Training
NCSO Designation (BCCSA or equivalent) and or Completion of degree/diploma of an accredited Certificate program in Occupational Health and Safety.
Experience
- 3-5 years of experience as a Health & safety Coordinator in the construction industry. Experience in any or all of the following is considered an asset: Roofing, Waterproofing, Cladding and Glazing.
- Fall protection, Swing stage, Aerial work Platform and scaffolding experience required.
- Excellent working knowledge of WorksafeBC, other Acts and related Federal, Provincial and local regulations, standards, legislation that govern Health and Safety compliance.
- Knowledge of COR program and COR Internal Auditor is required.
- A valid driver’s license is required as there is travel to construction sites
*Construction experience only - Oil, Gas, and Civil need not apply
Demonstrated competency in the following:
1. Communication and leadership with staff
2. Judgment and integrity in business decision-making commensurate with this role
3. Multi-tasking and balancing multiple demands, priorities and functions.
4. Time Management – both personal and managing others.
Decision Making & Problem Solving
Recommends broad policies and long-range strategies.
Supervisory & Management Responsibility
Provides direct supervision to Health & Safety Administrator.
Independence of Action
Employee works as part of the Health & Safety team. Position required to coordinate various related activities or work units across company.
Confidentiality
Much data and information used is classified as secret which is confidential.
Contacts – Internal and External
Internal Contacts
- All employees
External Contacts
- Customers and governmental agencies
Personality and Environment
- Bothwell is a fast paced, growth oriented environment.
- Our focus is on team efforts, shared information, cooperation and providing support where required
- A requirement for an unwavering commitment to personal ethics, integrity and honesty is a must
- Individuals with a positive attitude, a desire to learn and advance their career through experience, education, training, enhanced responsibilities and personal initiative are target employees.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $70,000.00-$75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care
Flexible language requirement:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Surrey, BC V3Z 1A5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
Experience:
- Health & Safety: 5 years (required)
- Construction: 5 years (required)
- Fall Protection: 1 year (required)
- Swing Stage: 1 year (required)
- Aerial Work/Platform + Scaffolding: 1 year (required)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2024-11-11
