Health & Safety Advisor (Afternoon Shift)

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Black & McDonald Limited is actively seeking a Health & Safety Advisor (Afternoon Shift) to evaluate & monitor health & safety hazards & develop control strategies for electrical ICI construction job sites. This position will require the successful candidate to inspect construction project workplaces to ensure compliance with company / client policies & procedures as well as government legislation & industry best practice standards.

This position will require a working knowledge of the electrical construction to ensure an adequate understanding of the unique hazards & challenges our employees face. The successful candidate should be familiar with industry guidelines, ESA Code, TSSA Standards & appropriate CSA standards.

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Conduct safety & environmental audits within the electrical utilities construction operations

Inspect worksites to ensure that equipment & materials do not present a safety or health hazard to employees or to the general public to ensure compliance with Company / Client Policy & Legislation

Review/perform/complete incident & inspection reports & ensure that corrective action & follow-up is taken

Participate in the development and implementation of health & safety programs & strategies related to electrical work

Participate in the development of safe work practices & job procedures

Maintain inventory of safe work practices & job procedures

Provide consultation & deliver training programs to employees on issues of health & safety (ICI)

Coordinate/Assist site activity & ensure that the duties, responsibilities, & authority are clearly defined

Assist, advise & coach manager(s) & supervisors

Review & investigate problems not resolved by site supervisors & contractors

Ensure that appropriate practices & procedures are provided to supervisory staff

Review the maintenance of safety equipment

Conduct audits of subcontractor loss control programs

Support and ensure accurate investigation, reporting, & effective cleanup of spills related to the B&M Environmental program.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

Change Orientation

Communicates Effectively

Continuous Learning

Customer Focus

Holds Self and Others Accountable

Problem Solving and Innovation

Be able to work within a team environment as well as work without supervision

Values and Respects Others

Excellent and professional written and oral communication skills

Excellent safety reporting skills

Above average observation skills

Proficient with computer and mobile applications

Be able to multi-task and meet deadlines as required

Be able to take direction and learn from Senior Health and Safety Professionals

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

3-5 years' of experience within the HSE related field

NCSO, CUSP, CRSP designations are assets

Bachelor's degree or college diploma in Occupational Health & Safety or Environmental Studies or equivalent

Training in Fall Protection/Working at Heights, First-Aid/CPR, Confined Space, Electrical Awareness, Asbestos Awareness are assets

Working knowledge of provincial and federal HSE regulations, programs and standards

Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, and other HSE databases

Languages: fluently read, write, and speak in English

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Experience working within the electrical ICI construction sector

Holding a Certificate of Qualification as a Journeyman Electrician is considered an asset

Familiar with industry guidelines, ESA Code, TSSA Standards & appropriate CSA standards

Ability to recognize hazards as well as advise on appropriate safe work methods

Ability to understand technical drawings/systems

The expected salary range for this role is between $70,000 - $85,000 per year. The starting salary will be determined based on several factors such as the successful candidate's qualifications, including but not limited to education and experience. Base pay is one component of Black & McDonald's total rewards package. Total rewards vary by position and may include additional offerings such as group insurance benefits, pension plan, annual discretionary bonus, career development programs, and other HR programs.

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accessibility Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

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