Safety Coordinator

IDL Projects Inc•Revelstoke, BC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

IDL Projects Inc. is seeking a Safety Coordinator to support an active construction project in the Revelstoke area. The Safety Coordinator will provide on-site leadership and support for the company's Health and Safety programs, ensuring compliance with client requirements, company policies, and applicable legislation while promoting a strong safety culture and achieving our goal of zero incidents. This is a site-based position located in Revelstoke, BC. Candidates must be willing to work in the Revelstoke area for the duration of the project. Travel allowances, or accommodation support may be available for qualified candidates.

Requirements

2+ years’ experience in a full-time Health and Safety role
Accreditation as a National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) or Construction Safety Officer (CSO)
Confident in taking take action and able to adhere to timelines
Outstanding communication skills and confidence interacting with key contacts in verbal, written and electronic form
Outstanding verbal, written and electronic communication skills and confidence when interacting with key project and company personnel
Able to take action and adhere to strict timelines
Cooperative and supportive team player
Strong computer expertise including experience with MS Word and Excel

Nice To Haves

Industrial Construction industry experience is preferred
Related post-secondary Health & Safety degrees, diplomas and certification are an asset

Responsibilities

Coordinates and administers an effective health and safety program and provides advice and guidance to the Project Team on Health & Safety issues and topics
Understands and applies H&S requirements and processes to project work processes
Performs general administrative and recordkeeping functions and procedures including: reviewing sub-contractors’ safety programs; maintaining inventory for all hazardous products, first aid and personal protective equipment used on site; reporting and tracking incidents & near misses, and maintaining and filing confidential information
Creates clear and timely “Flash Reports” and participates in detailed, fact-based incident investigations and management
Implements client and IDL Health and Safety Programs under the coaching of the H&S Manager
Participates in project safety meetings
Provides safety material for daily Tool Box meetings and able to lead Tool Box and Safety meetings
Engages in the development and enhancement of Safe Work Practices and Job Hazard Assessments
Acquires basic knowledge of site safety program, emergency response, fire control systems and personal protective equipment and is able to convey these to project team members & contractors
Conducts facility inspections and safety audits on a regular basis to monitor safe work practices and procedures, prepares inspection reports and ensures corrective action is taken when deficiencies are identified
Collaborates with the Project Manager and Safety Manager to ensure health and safety programs meet legislative compliance