POSITION SUMMARYThe Health and Safety Officer (Shifts) is responsible for ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety regulations and company policies on a large-scale construction project. This role involves implementing safety programs, conducting risk assessments, monitoring site activities, and promoting a culture of safety among all personnel. The HSO will work closely with project managers, supervisors, and subcontractors to minimize hazards and prevent accidents.
Reports to: Health and Safety Manager
The Health and Safety Officer's key responsibilities are:
- Compliance and Regulatory Oversight
- Ensure adherence to local, provincial, and federal health and safety legislation (e.g., OHSA, WSIB requirements).
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and best practices in construction safety.
- Prepare and submit mandatory reports to regulatory authorities as required.
- Safety Program Implementation
- Develop, implement, and maintain site-specific Health and Safety Plans (HASP).
- Conduct Job Hazard Analyses (JHA) and risk assessments for all major activities.
- Ensure proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and enforce compliance.
- Monitoring and Inspections
- Perform daily site safety inspections and document findings.
- Identify unsafe conditions, practices, and behaviors; recommend corrective actions.
- Monitor subcontractor compliance with safety requirements.
- Incident Management
- Lead investigations of accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions.
- Prepare detailed incident reports and root cause analyses.
- Implement corrective and preventive measures to avoid recurrence.
- Training and Awareness
- Conduct safety orientations for new workers and subcontractors.
- Organize toolbox talks and safety meetings regularly.
- Provide ongoing training on emergency procedures, hazard recognition, and safe work practices.
- Emergency Preparedness
- Develop and maintain emergency response plans for the project site.
- Coordinate drills for fire, evacuation, and other emergency scenarios.
- Documentation and Reporting
- Maintain accurate records of inspections, incidents, training, and compliance audits.
- Prepare weekly and monthly safety performance reports for management.
- Travel to project sites as required.
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS- Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or related field.
- Certification such as CRSP, CHSO, or equivalent is preferred.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in health and safety roles, with at least 1 year in large-scale construction projects.
- Strong knowledge of construction processes and associated hazards.
- Proficiency in MS Office and safety management software.
- Ability to interpret safety regulations and technical drawings.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
JOB REQUIREMENTS- Demonstrated ability to supervise on-site activities and manage personnel effectively.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Thorough knowledge of safety protocols and ability to enforce them consistently.
- Primarily site-based with exposure to outdoor environments and construction hazards.
- Requires use of PPE and adherence to site safety protocols.
- Extended hours or weekend work to meet project deadlines is a requirement.
Compensation Range: CAD 95,000 - 115,000
This position is located in North York, ON.
We appreciate your interest; however, only qualified candidates will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Team. We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes.
