Safety Coordinator

Aecon•Toronto, ON

32d•CA$60,000 - CA$70,000•Remote

About The Position

Metrolinx’s GO Expansion program is delivering more GO service across the network, including the capacity to deliver two-way service every 15 minutes or better on core routes. Work is already underway on new track, station renovations and infrastructure upgrades on parts of the Lakeshore, Stouffville, Kitchener and Barrie lines. The investment will generate thousands of new jobs and economic opportunities across the region. The ONxpress Civil Joint Venture is comprised of Aecon Infrastructure Management Inc. and FCC Canada Ltd. This multidisciplinary team leads the delivery of civil and track works, leveraging global expertise to introduce innovative solutions across the GO Transit network. This role is a backfill position. This position is with ONxpress Civils (“CJV” aka the Design & Construction team); the project segment responsible for the modernization and modification of the key area network, including countless innovations in the way the regional rail infrastructure is built.

Requirements

Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in the construction industry in a Health and Safety role.
Intermediate to advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy; excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
Excellent meeting and training facilitation.
Adaptable and flexible to an ever-changing environment.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driver's abstract.
Mobility is essential, able to work on various project locations across Canada which are often remote.

Nice To Haves

Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST), National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) and/or Certificate of Recognition (COR) Auditor preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct safety orientation to workers, owners and clients.
Train employees on ONxpress Health, Safety and Environmental Manual.
Train or co-ordinate training for employees (e.g., fall protection, confined space entry, WHMIS, respiratory protection, emergency response).
Conduct workplace inspections, behavior-based observations and audits.
Update Material Safety Data Sheets as required.
Develop worksite safety plans – such as emergency plans, environmental or site safety plans.
Distribution of safety material, supplies and equipment.
Safety presentations to clients.
Promoting the ONxpress safety system to potential industry clients.
Conduct studies and analyze EHS data trends.
Recommend & monitor corrective actions.
Assists with workers’ compensation claims.
Develop return to work and modified work programs.
Incident investigations.
Mediate health and safety issues for resolution.
Liaise with Government agencies as required.
Prepare and assist with external safety audits.
Coordination of environmental issues.
Gather and provide EHS based statistics.