nova scotia utilities construction & maintenance Jobs – 36 Openings This Week

Safety Officer
Right Traffic —Dartmouth, NS
- Full-time
- Up to 50% travel
- No university degree
- Travel
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Field Safety Advisor
Valard Construction —Nova Scotia
- Full-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
- Construction
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Project Coordinator
Valard Construction —Nova Scotia
- Full-time
- Remote
- PMP
- Project management
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Experienced Excavator Operator (5+ Years) – Mainline Pipe
Harbour Construction Company Limited —Dartmouth, NS
- From $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy equipment operation
- English
- Construction
- Dental care
- Life insurance
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Shop Foreman- Heavy Equipment Maintenance
Harbour Construction Company Limited —Dartmouth, NS
- From $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Supervising experience
- First Aid Certification
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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8d
Heavy Duty Mechanic/Red Seal Heavy Equipment Technician
Harbour Construction Company Limited —Dartmouth, NS
- $50 an hour
- Overtime
- Schematics
- Assembly
- Construction
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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8d
Real Estate Operations Coordinator Manager
Apartment Management —Halifax, NS
- $68,500–$75,500 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office
- Driving
- Flexible schedule
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13d
Tandem Dump Truck Driver
Durum Services Inc. —Amherst, NS
- $22–$25 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- Heavy equipment operation
- First Aid Certification
- Designated paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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14d
Pipe Layer
Municipal Group of Companies —Bridgewater, NS
Program Engineer
Halifax Regional Municipality —Halifax, NS
- $71,407–$117,584 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Supervising experience
- Bachelor's
14d
T&D Supervisor
Nova Scotia Power —Bridgewater, NS
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- High school diploma or GED
- Computer skills
- Employee assistance program
Heavy Equipment Operator- Civil Construction
Harbour Construction Company Limited —Dartmouth, NS
- Full-time
- Heavy equipment operation
- Construction
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Heavy Equipment Operators
ROSCOE CONSTRUCTION —Cambridge Station, NS
Excavator Operator
ARCP —Halifax, NS
- Heavy equipment operation
- Mechanical knowledge
- Time management
- Dental care
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Public Works Laborer
Village of New Minas —New Minas, NS
- From $21.31 an hour
- Overtime
- Carpentry
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Senior Building Operator
Armour Group —Halifax, NS
- Hotel
- Analysis skills
- Communication skills
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
Dump Truck Driver (Class 3, Manual Transmission)
ARCP —Halifax, NS
- Driving
- Commercial driving
- Dental care
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7d
Equipment Operator (Excavator)
Metcon Excavation & Construction Inc. —Halifax, NS
- $25–$40 an hour
- Overtime
- English
- In-person
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Rock Driller
ARCP —Halifax, NS
- Full-time
- Heavy equipment operation
- Mechanical knowledge
- Time management
- Dental care
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Project Administrator
Valard Construction —Amherst, NS
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
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Building Operator
The Armour Group Limited —Halifax, NS
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Hotel
- HVAC
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
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Journeyperson Electrician
Rising Edge Group —Halifax, NS
- Temporary
- Windows
- Analysis skills
- Driving
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Commissioning Technologist
Rising Edge Group —Halifax, NS
- Overtime
- Engineering
- Analysis skills
- Supervising experience
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Senior Commissioning Technologist
Rising Edge Group —Halifax, NS
- Overtime
- Schematics
- Engineering
- Microsoft Office
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Roofing Labourer
Locke’s roofing & Construction —Cape Breton, NS
- $15.95–$27.78 an hour
- Seasonal
- Carpentry
- Heavy lifting
- Construction
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Safety Officer

Right Traffic
Dartmouth, NS

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Job details

Full-time
12 days ago

Benefits

Extended health care
Dental care
Paid time off
Vision care
RRSP

Skills

NCSO
Waste management
Construction
Communication skills
Driving Licence

Full job description

Safety Officer

CA Regional Field

Company Overview

At Right Traffic, we revolutionize traffic control through innovative technology and unparalleled engineering. Our industry-leading solutions make work zones safer and more efficient while reducing labor costs and increasing profitability for our clients. We are committed to constantly pushing the boundaries of traffic control innovation—and we’re looking for team members who are passionate about scaling that impact.

Position Summary

The Safety Officer will support the development, execution, and monitoring of safety programs, conduct field audits, assist with training, and help ensure compliance with applicable OSHA and environmental requirements. This position is well suited to a hands-on safety professional who is comfortable in field environments and motivated to grow their technical expertise within a structured safety program.

This role plays a key part in promoting a strong safety culture, supporting field teams, and helping implement practical safety and environmental controls aligned with company standards and regulatory expectations.

This role requires approximately 50% travel across the United States, supporting multiple work sites and operational teams.

Key Responsibilities

Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of health and safety programs, procedures, and training initiatives aligned with company operations and regulatory requirements.
Promote proactive hazard identification, risk reduction, and continuous improvement across field operations.
Assist leadership and field supervision in reinforcing safety expectations and accountability.
Support compliance with applicable environmental requirements related to field operations, including spill prevention, waste handling, fuel storage, and housekeeping controls.
Assist with environmental incident reporting, response coordination, and corrective action tracking when required.
Promote environmental awareness and environmentally responsible work practices among field teams.
Conduct routine and ad hoc site visits to identify hazards, verify compliance, and assess operational risk.
Document findings clearly and support the development, communication, and follow-up of corrective actions.
Assist with investigations of incidents, near misses, and safety concerns.
Deliver and support safety training related to hazard awareness, job-specific risks, emergency response, and safe work practices.
Engage directly with frontline employees, supervisors, and managers to reinforce safe behaviors and practical compliance.
Support onboarding and refresher training initiatives as required.
Support compliance with applicable OSHA requirements and internal company safety standards.
Assist with regulatory inquiries, inspections, and internal compliance reviews as needed.
Work under guidance to expand knowledge of regulatory interpretation and enforcement practices.
Assist with incident reporting, investigation and corrective actions process, as required.
Provide general safety and environmental support to field operations, including emergency preparedness and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

2-5 years of experience in a safety-related role within construction, traffic control, utilities, or a similar field-based environment.
Working knowledge of OSHA requirements and general workplace safety principles.
Experience conducting site inspections, identifying hazards, and documenting findings.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently in field environments with remote supervision.
Exposure to environmental compliance topics such as spill response, waste management, or environmental incident reporting (Preferred).

Requirements

Education in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, Construction Management, or a related field. (or equivalent experience)
Safety certification such as NCSO, CHST, ASP, or equivalent (or willingness to obtain with company support).
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel frequently across the U.S.
Willingness to work in office, field, and active job site environments

Benefits

Extended health care
Vision
Dental
PTO
RRSP
Fitness reimbursement $100/month
EPA program
Provided PPE
Steel toe boot reimbursement of $150 (after 90 days)
Company vehicle

Right Traffic is an Equal Employment Opportunities Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their nationality, ethnicity, gender, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, veterans, or military status.

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