Health & Safety Advisor

Groupe AGF / AGF Group•Kitchener, ON

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

At AGF, we’re a trailblazing force in reinforcing steel and post-tensioning, with more than 75 years of excellence and over 50,000 successful projects achieved. Renowned for our strong focus on health and safety, family spirit and culture of innovation, we take pride in being the heartbeat of major construction projects in Canada and across the globe. Rebar is like the backbones of a building. It’s a key ingredient that gives strength to concrete so that it doesn’t crack, ensuring buildings and infrastructure remain strong and stable for years to come. In Ontario, we have contributed to tons of projects, literally! From the light-rail transit in Toronto, the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), the SickKids Research Institute, the Concord Sky, and beyond, our expertise spans a wide range of sectors, including institutional, industrial, civil engineering, commercial, and residential. Reporting to the Health and Safety Manager, the Health and Safety Advisor is responsible for planning, organizing and coordination of the health and safety activities for the Kitchener plant as well as our construction sites within the region. The advisor acts as an ambassador by promoting health and safety within and overseeing the development of healthy and safety policies, programs and behaviours. This position requires travel within the Kitchener area.

Requirements

3 to 5 years of experience as a Health & safety advisor in construction
Ability to travel within the Kitchener region (weekly)
Knowledge of and ability with leadership skills including mediation skills
Knowledge and application of applicable legislation and standard

Nice To Haves

Construction Safety Officers (CSO), or applicable Post-Secondary education in safety (an asset)

Responsibilities

Collaborate in the development and implementation of various H&S programs, policies, procedures and activities
Collaborate in the development of prevention programs and action plans and ensure their application
Support managers in the implementation and maintenance of various prevention programs
Conduct regular inspections of workplaces and work methods to ensure that safety rules are observed, that protective equipment is used properly and that all the necessary safety devices are in place and in good working order
Implement and maintain COR certification
Collaborate in the investigations and analyses of all accidents or dangerous or risky situations, identify trends and probable sources, identify solutions and ensure the application of the necessary corrective and preventive measures
Work with managers to develop and implement temporary assignments, accommodations and return to work plans for employees on occupational related disability leaves
Participate in risk analyses and make recommendations on safe working methods
Participate in the development of a H&S training program that meets the needs and responsibilities of employees and managers. Lead and / or coordinate training sessions
Ensure that employees receive the necessary safety training, in accordance with regulations and Company standards
Coordinate and facilitate the H&S committees of the various establishments and follow up on recommendations
Initiate subjects for the "tool-box meetings" and facilitate H&S breaks as needed
Coordinate the development and implementation of the general emergency measures plan
Participate in the establishment of priorities in terms of actions to be taken to achieve the set objectives, follow the corporate action plan
Participate in the establishment of H&S indicators and statistics
Coach and advice supervisors and team leaders in H&S matters as well as providing appropriate advice on improving managers' interventions in H&S and prevention
Set up and update the WHMIS monitoring system

Benefits

Full insurance coverage (health, dental, and vision) from day one
Group RRSP with employer contribution (4%)
Annual wage increases based on both company and individual performance and annual bonus program
Telemedicine program and employee assistance program from day one
Company Wellness Plan Reimbursement: $600 annually for physical activities to promote health and wellness
Training offered & advancement opportunities
Paid vacation and 5 paid personal days for christmas time
5 paid sick days and statutory holidays
Years of service recognition program
Corporate discounts (ski resorts, golf, car rentals, furniture stores, etc.)