Health and Safety Advisor

4 weeks ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Ontario Transit Group - Ontario Line - Southern Civil, Stations & Tunnel Full time

Company Description
Are you looking for your next adventure? Let us tell you all about it The project team at Ontario Transit Group are so proud to be part of Ontario's future.

Ontario Line South
Our team is mobilizing its design and construction crews, with major works to commence in 2023. The South Civil contract is anticipated to be completed in 2030.

The project will strengthen Ontario's economy by supporting an estimated 1,500 jobs at the peak of construction.

What is the project?

  • A six-kilometre tunnel and associated tunnelling works from Exhibition to Don Yard portal (west of the Don River)
  • Stations:
    • One above-ground station to be integrated with the existing GO Transit Exhibition Station
    • Two underground stations to be integrated with the existing TTC Osgoode and Queen subway stations
    • Four new underground stations (King/Bathurst, Queen/Spadina, Moss Park, Corktown)

The Benefits to Ontario?

  • Faster, more frequent and reliable access to rapid transit with more than 227,500 people will live within a 10-minute walk of an Ontario Line station
  • Improving the quality of life for commuters by reducing daily travel time
  • Reducing crowding on the existing Line 1 (Yonge-University) subway
  • Up to 57,000 more jobs will be accessible by transit (in 45 minutes or less) for Toronto residents
  • Economic and community growth along the future transit line and thousands of job opportunities annually during construction
  • Reduction in traffic congestion, greenhouse gases and fuel consumption by providing an alternative transportation option

Please note this is a night shift role with a possibility of working during weekends.

Job Description

  • Safety Compliance: Ensure that all OTG construction sites comply with local health and safety regulations, codes, and industry standards.
  • Safety Inspections: Conduct regular safety inspections and audits of construction sites, equipment, and processes to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
  • Safety Training: Assist in the development and delivery of safety training programs for employees, subcontractors, and suppliers, emphasizing safe work practices and procedures.
  • Incident Reporting: Facilitate incident reporting and investigation processes, including near-miss reporting, and work with teams to implement corrective actions.
  • Safety Documentation: Maintain accurate safety records, including incident reports, safety inspection findings, and training records, and prepare reports for review.
  • Safety Communication: Promote safety awareness by facilitating safety meetings, toolbox talks, and safety campaigns to engage employees in safety initiatives.
  • Emergency Response: Assist in the development and implementation of emergency response plans, ensuring employees are adequately trained in response procedures.
  • Safety Improvement: Identify opportunities for safety improvement, provide recommendations, and collaborate with project teams to implement safety enhancements.
  • Contractor Safety: Evaluate the safety performance of subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring they meet OTG's safety standards.
  • Regulatory Updates: Stay informed about changes in health and safety regulations, codes, and best practices, and communicate relevant updates to project teams.

Qualifications

  • Ability to work night shift and possibly weekends.
  • Bachelor's degree or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in health and safety roles, preferably in the construction or infrastructure industry.
  • Knowledge of local health and safety regulations, codes, and industry standards.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence others in safety initiatives.
  • Proficiency in safety management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Experience in incident investigation and root cause analysis.
  • Commitment to promoting a safe and healthy work environment.
  • Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Additional Information

  • Competitive Salary
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package:
    • Disability Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Extended medical insurance
    • (Optional) RRSP matching
    • Discretionary Bonus

Why OTG?
Welcome to Ontario Transit Group (OTG), located in the heart of Downtown Toronto, where diversity and passion collide. As we work on the groundbreaking Ontario Line project, we prioritize fostering a positive culture. Join us and be part of a team that celebrates our employees, organizes family events, and promotes health and wellness initiatives. Our commitment to personal and professional growth means annual performance reviews, salary increases, comprehensive health benefits, generous RRSP matching, industry education support, and career development opportunities.

At OTG, we embrace diversity, recognizing that it strengthens us as a team and as a company. We are an equal-opportunity employer, encouraging applications from all interested candidates. We value Indigenous people, racialized people, neurodivergent people, people with disabilities, and individuals from gender and sexually diverse communities with intersectional identities. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for people with disabilities. If you're ready to be part of our dynamic team in one of the world's most diverse cities, don't wait any longer—apply now

While we appreciate your interest, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews. Please note that we do not accept agency submissions.

Seniority level
  • Associate
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Other
  • Industries: Construction
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