QHSE Advisor

Requisition ID: 171040

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Weeks Marine - McNally

Department: Safety

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

At McNally, we pride ourselves on our ability to develop solutions to many unique challenges that present themselves on both land and water. Widely recognized as a North American leading tunnel contractor, we have become synonymous with completing difficult and demanding projects. On the water we boast one of the best equipped construction fleets in Eastern Canada; able to successfully handle a wide variety of marine construction jobs effectively and efficiently.

To complete our work, we rely on highly skilled and motivated Project Managers, Technicians, Surveyors, Engineers and Superintendents to work together and successfully accomplish the unique opportunities that are presented.

McNally Construction Inc is seeking a project-based Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental Advisor to support to projects in the GTA with travel to the Hamilton Office for work two days a week. The preferred candidate will have experience in Construction Health and Safety and working towards obtaining CRSP certification. Reporting to the Corporate Manager, Quality Health Safety & Environment, the QHSE Advisor will be responsible for the following:

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• Implement and maintain a variety of occupational health, safety, and environmental programs on an active construction site.

• Adhere to the Management System and track adherence appropriately.

• Develop and implement project specific safety and environmental plans.

• Identify and address hazards on projects by performing thorough inspections at all locations on the project.

• Support compliance of municipal, provincial, and federal regulations.

• Facilitate and coordinate health and safety training programs and compliance tracking.

• Document and investigate incidents including near misses, with a focus on implementing effective corrective and preventive actions.

• Procurement of safety supplies required for the project (PPE, Rescue equipment, First Aid supplies, etc)

• Work in conjunction with the Project Manager and Supervisors to implement a safety based focus on projects.

• Travel to various office locations required.

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Education:

• A certificate or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety and Environmental Sciences, or in a related field (or the equivalent in work experience).

• CRSP certification an asset

Experience:

• 2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Experience in construction Health and Safety or Marine Health and Safety preferred

• Experience in ISO Management Systems considered an asset

• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations

• Knowledge of Provincial and Federal laws and regulations.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance

• Work productively and meet deadlines timely

• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment

• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.

• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.