Fire Safety Specialist

1 week ago

Fort McMurray AB, Canada Forgen Full time

Location:
Various Projects, as assigned

Employment Type:
Exempt, Seasonal

Reports To:
Director of Safety and Health or designee
The Forgen Safety Specialist supports the implementation and administration of the Forgen Safety and Health Program.

Primary responsibility is to support selected projects across the company, including high-profile and/or high-demand projects where superior safety and health performance is critical.

The Safety Specialist conducts, and coordinates site safety inspections/audits, reviews and develops project Health and Safety Plans (HASPs), attends on-site safety meetings with Forgen project management team, develops and conducts on-the-job trainings, and facilitates incident investigations.

and conducts and coordinates project audits, develops project Health and Safety plans (HASPs), supervises, and supports Safety and Health Supervisors/Technicians on their projects, conducts training, and facilitates incident investigations.

Responsible for communicating information, leading, coaching, and training all levels of employees in safety and health compliance, policies, and best practices.

The Safety Manager conducts air sampling and monitoring, completes/reviews permits, executes related duties as required by the environment and contract, develops consistent best practices and policies.

Perform the roles and responsibilities for Safety Specialist as listed on the Accountability Chart.
Responsible for driving a safety culture which promotes Incident and Injury Free Performance.
Provide a day-to-day Safety and Health support that is effective and suitable to achieve Forgen objectives.
Provide regular, reliable data for the purposes of monitoring Safety and Health performance.
Help create, improve, and comply with project Health and Safety Plan (HASP).
Ensure that Forgen Safety and Health requirements are widely and consistently understood and implemented.

Apply hazard identification and risk assessment processes at project sites and ensure implementation of appropriate control measures are taking place to reduce the risks to As Low As Reasonable Practical (ALARP).

Participate in the development and review process of Activity Hazard Analysis (AHAs).
Ensure all Safety Observations, inspections, training data, project specific information and incident reports are entered in Safety Mojo.

Promote Safety and Health awareness through conducting new hire orientation, safety training and participating in Incident and Injury Free (IIF) campaigns.

Participate fully and openly in all compliance assurance audits, inspections and project meetings.
fire extinguisher, portable ladder, body harness etc.
Conduct weekly site walk throughs and provide updates.

Review project schedules on a weekly basis and communicate with the direct line of reporting about conditions and safety and health concerns about their project.

Perform air sampling, monitoring, data logging, calibrating instruments and basic IH tasks.
Follow up the certification, training, medical screening etc. expiration dates of project employees and schedule/advise in advance accordingly.
Identify third party training needs and notify Project team as well as the direct line of reporting.
Develop safety and health related training packages and ensure project personnel are trained as per the Training Matrix.
Perform additional assignments and special projects as directed.
Bachelors or advanced degree in a safety, engineering, construction or a related discipline.
~ A minimum of five plus years of experience managing safety programs in civil, environmental, or general construction companies or similar high-end safety program backgrounds, including oil refining and mining.
~ Valid Driver's License and ability to drive on behalf of company business.
~ The following safety training is preferred, but not mandatory. Company will provide additional training, as necessary.
~40-Hour HAZWOPER Training
~ Competent Person Safety Training
~8-Hour Supervisory Training
~ 30-Hour OSHA Construction Safety Training
~ Excellent computer skills including knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Excel.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and advise project leadership on complex issues.
Commitment to a safe work environment by understanding basic behavior-based safety programs and enforce company's safety policies.
Ability to work independently and resolve practical problems, keeping all appropriate parties aware of issues or risks.
Ability to read and understand project plans and specifications.
Be a team player and integrate into the project team as an equal and valuable member.
Ability to understand and be knowledgeable of project contract documents and requirements.
The following physical activities or abilities are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position. Regular use of the telephone and email for communication is also essential.
Good manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment such as computers, calculator, copiers, and fax machines.
Primarily an office position. Occasional site visits and field project visits may be required. Travel to offices and projects in various locations around the country as needed. The following physical activities or abilities are commonly, but not always, associated with site visits.
Be able to stand or walk on a project site for extended durations.

When on project sites or if performing some types of work activity wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to, earplugs, protective eyewear, gloves, hard hat, steel toed work boots, and high visibility safety apparel.

The job is primarily performed indoors in a traditional office setting and occasionally outdoors at construction sites.
The following environmental/atmospheric working conditions are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position. Job Site environment, including, but not limited to, machines, tools, heavy equipment, chemicals, solvents, dust and fumes.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.

At Forgen, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways.

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