Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Safety Manager to oversee and enhance safety protocols within our construction environment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining safety policies that ensure a secure workplace for all employees. This role requires strong leadership skills, a thorough understanding of construction safety standards, and a commitment to fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
Duties
- Develop, implement and maintain a Health and Safety Program including the identification, communication and control of work site hazards.
- Promote a safety-first culture throughout the organization and advise management on health and safety matters and improvement opportunities.
- Monitor the safety performance of all on‐site workers to ensure that all workers on the site work safely
- Encourage and educate workers to take precautions and adhere to safety rules to protect themselves and the tools/equipment they use from damage
- Identify and review various health and safety concerns specific to the work site and ensure construction site activities do not put non‐construction site people outside of the site at risk
- Investigate all injuries, accidents and near misses. Identify the causes and advise on any improvement in safety standards that need to be made
- Review incident summary reports and take appropriate action when trends are unfavorable
- Ensure safety reports and data are collected and submitted to the management, and other site contractors as required,
◦ Site orientations
◦ Incident reports and W.C.B. forms
◦ Hazard assessments and Inspections
◦ Toolbox/Tailgate meetings
◦ Site Safety Committee meetings
◦ Audit reports and actions taken
- Provide internal site specific or arrange external site-specific safety training to employees
- Ensure MSDS of all controlled products on site are up‐to‐date and available to the workers at all times
- Act as a liaison with the government, WCB, ambulance services and hospitals, management, subcontractors and workers regarding aspects of health and safety on and off the job
- Assist injured workers in obtaining Modified Duties and administer the return-to-work policy
- Perform one audit each year to maintain valid Auditor status
- Advise on appropriate protective equipment and on the cost of implementing changes
Qualifications and Skills
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a health and safety role.
- National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) designation.
- Strong attention to detail to identify potential hazards.
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Strong leadership and organizational skills to manage programs and influence workforce.
- Proficiency in computer software and record keeping systems.
- Knowledge of Alberta OHS legislation, codes, and standards
- Experience in residential high rise construction industry is preferred
This position offers an opportunity to lead our company's commitment to maintaining a safe working environment while supporting continuous improvement initiatives in construction operations.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $60,000.00-$80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Have you worked in the construction industry before?
Licence/Certification:
- NCSO designation (required)
Work Location: In person
