SAFETY OFFICER
We are a premier provider of professional construction and emergency property restoration services in Alberta. Driven by a philosophy of continuous improvement, transparent communication, and operational excellence, we pride ourselves on delivering top-tier service while upholding the highest standards of safety. We support our team members in getting "1% better" every single day, fostering a culture of accountability, focus, and clear strategic execution.
The Safety Officer plays a pivotal role in ensuring that a proactive, robust culture of safety is embedded across all our operations. This role is responsible for overseeing, administering, and continually strengthening our Health and Safety Management System across multiple commercial, residential, and emergency restoration job sites in the region. The Safety Officer will systematically audit field operations, lead incident investigations, champion Alberta OHS compliance and manage the administrative structures necessary to maintain our Certificate of Recognition (COR).
Key responsibilities include conducting risk assessments, leading incident investigations, delivering safety training, performing safety inspections and audits, managing WCB claims and ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety legislation. This role also coordinates safety programs between internal field crews and subcontractors. The position requires splitting time between field site audits (including emergency, after-hours restoration callouts) and administrative compliance management. The Safety Officer acts as a subject matter expert and advisor to leadership and employees on safety-related matters.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
1. Field Inspections & Hazard Assessments
- Conduct frequent, unannounced site safety audits across all active construction and restoration projects to verify total compliance with the Alberta OHS Act, Regulation, and Code.
- Review, audit, and provide training on Field Level Hazard Assessments (FLHAs) and Hazard Assessments to ensure crews accurately evaluate daily shifting site conditions.
- Identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks specific to restoration work, including structural instability, hazardous materials (asbestos, mold, lead), biohazards, and confined space entries.
- Enforce strict compliance regarding mandatory PPE, specialized respiratory protective equipment, fall protection systems, and engineered safety controls.
2. Safety Management System, COR Maintenance & Training
- Maintain, update, and systematically improve the company's Health & Safety Manual and documentation framework to guarantee audit readiness for annual COR certification.
- Coordinate and act as the primary liaison on jobsites where the company is designated as the Prime Contractor, managing safety coordination and policy alignment with external subcontractors.
- Conduct detailed safety orientations for all new staff and contractors following FG policies and procedures.
- Organize, track, and facilitate company-wide safety training initiatives, ensuring certifications (such as Fall Protection, Confined Space, WHMIS 2015, and Standard First Aid) remain 100% current for all personnel.
- Develop and distribute high-impact safety alerts, corporate safety policies, and localized "toolbox talks" to drive continuous improvement.
- Lead and present safety talks and training and facilitate the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) chairs and meetings.
3. Incident Investigation, Reporting & WCB Claims Management
- Lead immediate root-cause investigations for all workplace incidents, vehicle accidents, equipment damage, and critical near-misses.
- Compile and report safety performance statistics such as weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly reports on safety performance measures and safety concerns.
- Prepare and submit Potentially Serious Incident (PSI) reports and legally reportable injury documentation to Alberta OHS within mandatory legislative timelines.
- Oversee the WCB Alberta claims management process, including filing Employer's Reports of Injury and designing modified work programs to support early and safe Return-to-Work (RTW).
Requirements:
- Certificate or Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety from an accredited post-secondary institution
- 3–5 years of progressive safety experience within the Alberta construction or restoration sectors.
- Valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license with a clean driving abstract, comfortable with frequent travel between regional branches/sites.
- NCSO or HSA designation preferred.
- Criminal Record Check clearance
- Standard First Aid, CSTS & WHMIS certification
- IICRC certifications such as WRT, FSRT and AMRT considered an asset
Skills:
- Extensive knowledge in Occupational Health & Safety legislation and WCB regulations
- Strong analytical and problem solving abilities
- Effective communication and training delivery skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Ability to enforce safety standards consistency and build a strong safety culture
How to Apply:
If you are a motivated and experienced safety professional looking for a new challenge, please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected] or apply directly on Indeed. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay: $70,000.00-$80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- What's your personal email address we can reach you at?
Education:
- Secondary School (required)
Experience:
- safety: 3 years (required)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
- COR Certification (required)
Location:
- Edmonton, AB T5P 4Y8 (required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
