Safety Advisor

NSB Omega is seeking a Safety Advisor for our Major Utilities Company in St. John's, NL. 

Assignment Description

• Provide oversight, technical advice, support and direction to the Project Execution team for contract, technical and capital work;
• Provide coaching and support to Project Managers and Construction Management Representatives (CMRs) involved in the execution of work;
• Ensure the Contractor Safety Management Program(CSMP) is effectively implemented through front end involvement in tender specifications, bid reviews, and ongoing field monitoring;
• Liaise with project managers, regional / safety field personnel and CMRs.;
• Coordinate and provide coaching for incident investigations;
• Assist new staff with safety reporting and safety observations;
• Review contracts and provide feedback to contract managers;
• Review contractor site specific safety documentation /safety plans and provide feedback;
• Participate in contractor “kick off” meetings;
• Be a point of contact for regional safety employees in the areas we operate;
• Complete field safety interactions, field audits, and other field safety duties; 
• Assist Project Managers with completing Risk Assessments;
• Promote and help ensure compliance with Hydro’s Safety Management Systems;
• Facilitate risk assessments and perform audits related to Project Execution work (Contractor Safety Management Programs and other elements of NL Hydro’s Safety Management Systems); · Deliver CMR training;
• Liaison with the CMRs in the field regarding safety issues and concerns;
• Deliver in house training as required;
• Communicate with Operations on a regular basis;
• Strong knowledge of safety operating procedures, relevant OH&S legislation, and associated industry standards;
• Strong knowledge of capital intensive environments;
• Travel to site as required to provide technical input and field support.
• Travel and work at various sites where projects are being completed

Qualifications Required

• Passionate about Health and Safety;
• Safety training and / or an equivalent combination of education and experience related to: 
• Safety and Health Management System so Auditing 
• Incident investigation so Risk assessment 
• Training development and delivery.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in construction projects.
• Field experience, particularly relating to hydro-electric facilities or the electrical industry in general is considered desirable;
• Ability to take direction and work independently:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office;
• Ability to work in a dynamic work environment;
• A valid class 5 driver’s license , as some travel will be required;
• Ability to perform field work in an electrical utility and heavy industrial environments.
• Practicing as or eligible for Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) or Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST)designation.

Duration
1 Year(With possibility of Extension)