Health and Safety Coordinator

Makivik Corporation•Montreal, QC

6d•CA$90,000 - CA$126,000•Onsite

About The Position

Makivvik, the trusted political organization with a rich history of representing the Inuit of Nunavik since 1978. Through Makivvik and our subsidiaries, Makivvik has created opportunities for Nunavik Beneficiaries and those who live in Nunavik, today more than 500 Nunavimmiut are employed within the Makivvik network in our offices and subsidiaries. The Construction Division of Makivvik is non-profit organization responsible for implementing the Inuit Housing Program in Nunavik. Its main objective is to build quality housing while maximizing employment opportunities for Inuit, providing training and promoting the local economy as much as possible. Training will be available for Beneficiaries in the advancement for their career. Inuit Beneficiary hiring will always be a priority at Makivvik.

Requirements

Official Certificate of Health and Safety Coordinator delivered by the CNESST (Ahuntsic College)
Good knowledge of the regulations applicable to the construction sector in Quebec and the mechanisms of prevention on job sites
Experience working on job sites located in remote or northern regions, or fly-in/fly-out
Knowledge of logistical, climatic and operational challenges specific to Nunavik
Proficiency of oral and written French; intermediate English
Effective Computer skills: Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
Leadership, good judgement, autonomy and capability to positively influence preventive behaviour
Excellent skills in communication, in hosting meetings and team building
Sensitivity to cultural realities and ability to establish respectful working relationships with the communities and local teams
Security clearance is required

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate and follow the prevention activities on the construction sites in Nunavik
Carry out inspections regularly on the job sites, the temporary installations and the work sites to identify at-risk situations
Ensure the application of the prevention programs, of safe working practices and the regulatory requirements specific to construction sites
Participate in the opening of job sites, to the OHS documentation monitoring and in the implementation of prevention measures and the required participation
Collaborate with the project managers, foremen, subcontractors and workers to ensure a rigorous risk management
Participate in incident and accident investigations and analyses and ensure a follow-up on corrective measures
Host OHS meetings, sensitization activities and welcoming new workers
Ensure the conformity of individual safety equipment, required permits and the emergency procedures of construction sites
Compile data, produce OHS reports and recommend areas of continuous improvement adapted to northern realities
Be available to travel
Perform other related duties within the scope of the position or as requested by supervisor