Safety Coordinator

Overview:

Safety Coordinator (Site based)

Location: Saskatoon, SK (BHP-Jansen Project)

Employment Type: Full-Time

About Shermco

Shermco is North America’s largest independent provider of electrical testing, engineering, maintenance, and repair services. We power industries forward by ensuring the reliability and safety of critical electrical infrastructure across utilities, industrial facilities, data centers, and more.

At Shermco, safety isn’t just a priority it’s a core value. We are committed to protecting our people, our customers, and the communities we serve. Guided by our Core Principles and Life Critical Safety Actions, we foster a culture where employees are empowered to lead, innovate, and grow.

About the Opportunity

Shermco is seeking a Safety Coordinator to support our Saskatchewan Operations team. In this field-based role, you will provide on-site safety leadership for commissioning, maintenance, and construction projects. You will play a key role in reinforcing our safety culture, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement across all field operations.

Shift: 7/7 shift with 12-hour workdays + Camp accommodation while on rotation

Responsibilities:

Safety Leadership & Culture

Provide on-site safety supervision, coordination, and guidance to commissioning, maintenance, and construction crews, supervisors, and team members

Coach and mentor employees to support both individual and team performance improvement

Promote leadership, accountability, and a positive safety culture aligned with:

Shermco Core Principles

Shermco Life Critical Safety Actions

Shermco Organizational Key Results (OKRs)

Customer core values

Compliance, Audits & Risk Management

Perform field audits and inspections to meet internal and external KPIs

Conduct job site safety compliance inspections, including hazard analysis, safe work procedures, reporting, and recommendations

Observe equipment, tools, and site conditions to identify hazards and report concerns to leadership

Act as a key safety resource for employees, supporting audits, inspections, and investigations

Maintain authority to stop unsafe work when required

Training, Competency & Communication

Ensure ongoing compliance with required safety training and certifications

Maintain Shermco’s training matrix and new hire orientation processes

Conduct and support site-based competency assessments

Lead safety meetings, toolbox talks, and presentations; ensure follow-up on all actions and concerns

Incident Management & Continuous Improvement

Conduct thorough incident investigations, including root cause analysis, reporting, and follow-up actions

Support resolution of claims and contribute to liability and causation assessments

Lead and support safety audits in collaboration with OH&S committee members

Initiate and implement health and safety programs, projects, and continuous improvement initiatives

Assist in developing and revising safety manuals, procedures, and training materials

Health, Claims & Return-to-Work Support

Assist with case management of occupational injuries and illnesses

Collaborate with WCB and insurance providers on claims and appeals

Support proactive return-to-work programs in partnership with employees, supervisors, and HR

Contribute to the development of safe and effective return-to-work plans

Operational & Project Support

Support Project Managers with procurement and management of site-based PPE and safety supplies

Provide safety documentation and reporting to customers as required

Regulatory Compliance & Governance

Stay current on Occupational Health & Safety legislation and regulatory changes across jurisdictions

Recommend updates to policies and procedures to ensure ongoing compliance

Other Duties

Perform other duties as assigned in support of Saskatchewan Operations

Qualifications:

Diploma or degree in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field (preferred)

Professional safety designation (e.g., NCSO, CRSP) is an asset

Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites

Experience

5+ years of safety experience in construction, industrial, maintenance, or electrical environments

Experience supporting field-based or multi-site operations

Strong knowledge of Saskatchewan and Canadian OHS regulations

Proven ability to lead, influence, and coach teams

Strong communication and presentation skills

Experience conducting audits, inspections, and incident investigations

Highly organized with strong attention to detail

Proactive, solutions-focused, and committed to continuous improvement

What the position offers

7/7 rotational schedule with 12-hour shifts

Camp accommodations provided while on rotation

RRSP matching and competitive compensation package

3 weeks vacation + 6% flexible paid time off

Training, development, PPE, FR/AF gear, tools, and boot allowance

Shermco Social Club with events like golf, bowling, lunches, and BBQs

Pay Range: CAD $50.00 - CAD $58.00 /Hr.