Clark Builders

HSE Advisor

Clark Builders • $75K — $95K *
Calgary, AB T1Y 7M8In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years' experience in commercial construction or similar field
  • Standard First Aid certification
  • Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Understanding of lean thinking principles
  • Experience in coaching teams during collaborative planning
  • Familiarity with continuous improvement processes
  • Strong knowledge of Health and Safety Management and relevant legislation

Responsibilities

  • Familiarize with and advocate for the Project Site-Specific Safety Plan and HSE Management System
  • Collaborate with Project Management Teams to enhance safety practices
  • Support and verify the implementation of the SSSP
  • Advise on relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations
  • Develop and implement Emergency Response Plans as needed
  • Conduct audits and inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards
  • Assist in training project personnel on HSE protocols

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development in HSE practices
  • Collaborative team environment fostering relationships at all management levels
  • Potential for transition between office and project site, enhancing job variety
  • Engagement in continuous improvement initiatives
  • Hands-on involvement with real-life safety operations and management systems
Full Job Description
Position Description:

The HSE Advisor (Project Safety Professional) will assist with providing HSE leadership, support and recommendations to supervisors and workers in efforts to advance the project Safety Culture.

The position will initially be based out of our main office in Edmonton, Alberta, with the role later shifting to a project site located near Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta.

Reports to: Project Safety Manager

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities:
  • Have a working knowledge of the Project Site-Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) and Health Safety & Environment Management System (HSEMS).
  • Advise and collaborate with the Project Management Teams and Project Safety Manager.
  • Assist with the successful implementation of the SSSP.
  • Provide information applicable health, safety, and environment legislation and regulations.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of the Emergency Response Plan (ERP).
  • Verify that the applicable ERP procedures are part of the SSSP.
  • Verify that site supervisors have adequately prepared their employees to act appropriately in emergency response situations.
  • Verify the project is following the SSSP standards through auditing and observation.
  • Provide support in the development of hazard assessments prior to project start, and during the life cycle of the project.
  • Assist project personnel in conducting field level Pre-Task Plans (PTP) when required.
  • Conduct PTP reviews for accuracy and relevance to the work being performed.
  • Complete HSE training and orientations for project personnel.
  • In conjunction with the Project Superintendent, accompany local government OH&S inspectors during workplace inspections and verify corrective measures necessary to comply with legislation are taken.
  • Assist with evaluating Trade Partner pre-qualification documentation to determine the ability to achieve expected safety performance.
  • Monitor subcontractor safety performance and verify correction and redirection as needed.
  • Perform audits and additional inspections as directed by project management.
  • Verify that corrective actions identified during inspections are implemented.
  • Evaluate HSE inspection reports to identify unsatisfactory performance trends.
  • Assist in preparing trending reports for leading and lagging indicators and following up on any noted deficiencies.
  • Prepare monthly HSE performance statistics and circulate to project management and as otherwise directed by project management.
  • Provide support and recommendations with the incident investigation process.
  • Assist with the implementation, communication and review of the project specific Emergency Response Plan.
  • Assist with permitting requirements.
  • Maintain documentation (inspections, Hazard Assessments, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Toolbox and HSE Meetings, etc.).
  • Attends client progress meetings, Contractor Start-Up meetings, daily/weekly various safety meetings.
  • Maintain positive and professional working relationships while interacting and communicating with all levels of management, clients, consultants and visitors to promote safety.


Qualifications:
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in commercial construction or a similar field.
  • Standard First Aid.
  • Intermediate Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Exposure to or an understanding of the principles of lean thinking.
  • Experience with coaching teams in collaborative planning.
  • Experience with continuous improvement.
  • Safety-focused leader with a strong understanding of Health and Safety Management, workplace health principles, industry best practices, WorkSafe Claims Management, and applicable Environmental and Provincial Occupational Health and Safety legislation.
  • Highly organized and resourceful, with strong attention to detail and the ability to work autonomously, prioritize tasks, manage multiple deadlines, and handle confidential information with discretion.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, collaborate, and build effective relationships across teams and with key stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making abilities, including identifying issues, generating solutions, and resolving conflicts effectively.
  • Positive, team-oriented mindset with a strong client focus and a proactive approach to contributing ideas, supporting team success, and driving results.

About Clark Builders

Clark Builders is a construction company that provides general contracting, design-build, and construction management services. The company was founded in 1974 and is headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta. Clark Builders has completed a wide range of projects, including commercial, institutional, industrial, and residential buildings. The company has a reputation for delivering high-quality projects on time and on budget. Clark Builders has won numerous awards for its work, including the Canadian Construction Association's Award of Excellence in 2019.
Learn more about Clark Builders
Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
* Ladders Estimates

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