About the Role
We are seeking a qualified Construction Safety Officer (CSO) to support active construction works on the Ontario Line Subway project in Toronto. This site-based role involves working within a complex, multi-contractor heavy civil and transit environment to ensure compliance, mitigate risk, and support safe delivery.
Responsibilities
- Support Project teams to develop Safe Work Procedures and implement them effectively.
- Perform formal inspections and audits to ensure compliance with OHS legislation, standards, and contract requirements.
- Provide day-to-day oversight for on-site construction work to assess contractor compliance and support hazard identification and risk mitigation.
- Review site activities and provide support for the protection of workers, the public, infrastructure, and operations.
- Engage, coordinate, and work with the Integrated Project Team and stakeholders to provide consistent support.
- Review, analyze, and outline construction activities and work areas to ensure safe and efficient delivery.
- Participate in and/or support incident investigations and follow-up actions.
- Assist the Safety Director and Safety team with other tasks as required.
Requirements
- 5–7+ years of on-site construction safety experience in heavy civil, infrastructure, or major projects.
- Experience supporting heavy civil, transportation, rail, or major infrastructure construction projects.
- Strong working knowledge of Ontario OHSA Act and Regulations.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Experience managing multiple priorities in fast-paced construction environments.
- Ability to establish collaborative and effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Successful clearance of applicable pre-employment checks (Criminal Background/Police Information check, Drug & Alcohol test, Reference checks, Provincial Driver’s Abstract).
Skills
- Tunnel and/or bridge experience (asset)
- Enhanced level of knowledge and experience in construction requirements
Location
- Toronto, ON
Work Type
- Site-based
- Full-time
- Temporary
- One year contract
Experience Level
- 5-7+ years
Salary/Compensations
- $100,000 to $125,000 CAD per year
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package (extended health, dental, vision, prescription coverage)
- Flexible healthcare and personal spending accounts (no waiting period)
- Employer Group RRSP plan
- Earned Day Off (EDO) program
- Hybrid remote work program (up to 52 days per year)
About the Company
- Bantrel is a leading provider of Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Construction Management (EPC / EPCM) services in Canada.
- Delivers end-to-end solutions for challenging energy, mining, infrastructure, and nuclear projects.
- Operates independently but leverages global expertise from Bechtel Corporation.
- Canadian focused with support from McCaig Investments.
- Private ownership provides long-term business planning and strategic decision horizons.
- Supports the Ontario Line Subway project as a Delivery Partner alongside Bechtel and Metrolinx.
Equal Opportunity
- Bantrel encourages applications from people with disabilities.
- Committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment.
- Accommodations are available upon request for candidates.
- Committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes and values Indigenous perspectives.
