Team Lead, Health & Safety

Caivan Development Corporation•Ottawa, ON

3d•CA$0 - CA$110,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Team Lead supports a culture of Safety by promoting awareness, prevention, and the principles of the Internal Responsibility System (IRS) across the organization. This role interprets all applicable Health & Safety legislation and provides guidance to ensure that all employees and on-site personnel meet their compliance & due diligence obligations.

Requirements

3-5 years of construction safety experience
NSCO Certification
Degree or Certificate in Health & Safety or similar
Computer background including experience with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel
Vehicle and valid driver’s license to travel between the office and job sites
CPR/First Aid Certification
Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation in the construction industry
Experience in executing a Health & Safety strategy and contributing to the ongoing development of this strategy
Experience in conducting Health & Safety orientations and site safety audits
Ability to influence others to follow Safety Rules and Regulations
Strong problem solving, communication and presentation skills
Clean safety record and the ability to work with a variety of individuals

Responsibilities

Champion Caivan’s Health & Safety program through administrative oversight, documentation accuracy, and strong internal communication
Maintain awareness of amendments to the Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHSA) and Regulations, make recommendations for their implementation and assessing any changes to the needs of the business
Perform job site safety compliance inspections as needed, including hazard analysis, safe work procedures, written reports and recommendations
Assist in gathering data to report weekly Health & Safety metrics
Maintain SharePoint or other internal systems with up-to-date safety protocols and procedure documents
Responsible for monitoring adherence to the company safety program by employees and subcontractors
Regularly review near misses, conduct root cause analysis and make recommendations
Maintain and communicate Safety Policies & Procedures to the factory and on site
Assist in planning and organizing training programs/seminars for site and factory employees, regarding WHMIS, Fall Protection, Working at Heights, Competent Supervisor, New Employee Orientation, Personal Protection Equipment, CPR/First Aid, industry specific related issues, etc.
Ensure the timely completion of accident/injury reporting to the Human Resources Department
Lead Head Office Joint Health & Safety Committee meetings, take Meeting Minutes and draft Minutes for review
Update the Joint Health & Safety Committee communications board and ensure information is valid at all times
Support operations, as necessary, and integrate Safety, Quality, and environmental initiatives into the operational process
Coordinate Health & Safety training for employees, as required
Verify that work instructions (safe work procedures, job hazard analysis etc.) are current and updated as the scope changes - responsible for a “look ahead” mentality to eliminate risks
Assists in the review of incidents for cause identification and recommends corrective action - engages fully in a lesson-learned - continuous improvement process within the area of influence
Perform other duties, as required

Benefits

Industry Leading Wages
Annual Paid Operations Shutdown (in addition to Paid Vacation Days)
Complimentary Daily Lunch Program
Onsite Training & Development Programs
Company-Paid Health & Dental Coverage
Coordinating Benefits
Life Insurance where applicable
Group Benefits & Perks (including Goodlife & Bell Mobile)
Use of ADP (HR Portal) – easily access your employee information, paystubs & schedule time off
Recognition Programs (contributions, milestones etc.)
Bi-Weekly Payments directly to your bank account