Health & Safety Advisor (Port Colborne)

Black & McDonald’s Southern Ontario team is growing! If you are a committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

This is a beginner to intermediate HSE role and will report directly to the Health & Safety Manager in Port Colborne, Ontario. As the Health & Safety Advisor, you will oversee assigned workplaces and ensure compliance with company and client safety requirements, as well as all government policies, procedures, acts and regulations in the area of occupational health and safety. You will also evaluate and monitor health and safety hazards and control risks in the workplace.

The ideal candidate is able to demonstrate leadership and drive a strong safety culture. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Providing strong HS&E leadership, guidance, and support to assigned workplaces within the Port Colborne area Assisting and supporting the Regional Health & Safety Manager in the development and implementation of corporate policies and procedures, and in accordance with Black & McDonald and regulatory requirements
• Conducting inspections (as required) of job sites, facilities, and equipment for compliance with general and specific safety standards; following-up on any non-compliance issues and taking appropriate action to remedy it
• Conducting audits of subcontractor safety management systems, loss control programs, and non-compliance issues; preparing reports and making recommendations for changes as necessary
• Supporting the implementation of the Certificate of Recognition Program (COR) for the Ontario Region
• Sharing feedback, observations and reporting details related to regional HS&E achievements and opportunities with regional managers and people leaders
• Overseeing and/or participating in incident investigation and reviews
• Supporting modified duty programs, as required
• Ensuring emergency response plans are in place and aligned with local regulatory, regional, divisional and corporate requirements
• Participating in regional planning
• Maintaining current knowledge of industry trends and practices in the area of health, safety and environment
• Conducting and supporting the annual Safety Management System Audit
• Values and Respects Others

What you bring:

• 1-3 years of HSE work experience within the construction industry, ideally in commercial and utilities construction
• Active NCSO is an asset for this position.
• A bachelor's degree, diploma, or certification in Occupational Health & Safety and Environment, preferred
• Certified Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) or Certified Health and Safety Consultant (CHSC) would be considered an asset.
• Working knowledge of provincial and local safety and environmental regulations and programs
• Experience as COR Auditor is an asset.

The expected salary range for this role is between $65,000 - $70,000 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, experience and mobility. 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.

Please be advised that a Criminal Background Check and Professional Reference Check will be required as part of our employment screening and selection process. Additionally, all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

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