About the Role
The Health and Safety Officer (Shifts) ensures 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.
Responsibilities
- Ensure adherence to local, provincial, and federal health and safety legislation.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and best practices in construction safety.
- Prepare and submit mandatory reports to regulatory authorities.
- 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.
- Perform daily site safety inspections and document findings.
- Identify unsafe conditions, practices, and behaviors and recommend corrective actions.
- Monitor subcontractor compliance with safety requirements.
- 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.
- 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.
- Develop and maintain emergency response plans for the project site.
- Coordinate drills for fire, evacuation, and other emergency scenarios.
- 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.
Requirements
- 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.
- 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.
Skills
- MS Office proficiency
- Safety management software proficiency
- Interpreting safety regulations
- Interpreting technical drawings
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Supervising on-site activities
- Managing personnel
- Leadership skills
- Enforcing safety protocols
Location
- North York, ON
Work Type
- Onsite
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Minimum 3 years of experience in health and safety roles
- At least 1 year in large-scale construction projects
Education Level
- Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or related field
- CRSP, CHSO, or equivalent certification preferred
Salary/Compensations
- CAD 95,000 - 115,000
About the Company
- FCC Canada Ltd. is dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and respected.
Equal Opportunity
- As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that all aspects of our recruitment and selection processes are accessible to individuals with disabilities.
- We offer reasonable accommodations upon request to support applicants throughout their journey with us.
- This commitment is in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), affirming our ongoing efforts to provide a supportive and equitable environment for all.
