Safety Advisor

1 week ago

Saint John NB, Canada OSCO Construction Group Full time

Job Summary This position is responsible for providing safety leadership to management and employees through effective communication and guidance. To drive success, the safety coordinator will educate the workforce, ensuring a reduction in the number of workplace accidents. The ideal candidate must be able to brief employees on the day-to-day risks of the job, conduct orientations and discuss hazards and preventative measures with supervisors and management. The Safety Coordinator must invest time to understand the operations and type of work conducted. To ensure success, the safety coordinator will effectively work with operations to continue to build a strong safety culture.

Responsibilities
Conduct new employee safety orientations and arrange additional training as necessary
Assist supervision with Hazard Assessments and Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
Conduct site inspections to identify potential unsafe actions and/or conditions
Recommend corrective actions and follow up to ensure resolution of identified issues
Conduct monthly Health & Safety audits to assess the effectiveness of the Company Safety Program while identifying any areas for improvement
Investigate and timely reporting of all incidents/accidents (personal injury, property damage, near misses, etc.)
Organize and facilitate regular toolbox talks
Participate in monthly Joint Health & Safety meetings and effectively communicate safety information to division managers
Organize emergency preparedness policy and procedure (emergency prevention, preparedness, and response)
Assist in managing employee’s return to work program on site to ensure employee recovery and return to work
Travel to worksites is required for this position
Additional duties as assigned

Technical Requirements
Three to five years of relevant safety experience ideally within the Construction Industry
Strong knowledge of safety legislated requirements in applicable jurisdictions
Professional Safety designation (CSS, CSO, NCSO, CRSP) would be considered an asset

Business Requirements
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office programs
Effective communication with all levels of management
A detail-oriented focus with strong analytical expertise

Cultural Requirements
Self-Starter with the ability to work towards success with minimal supervision
Effective communication skills (both written and verbal) with management and peers

As a member of the OSCO Construction Group, we offer a comprehensive compensation package including health and dental coverage, life insurance, RRSP and tax-free savings account options. Additionally, we offer educational bursaries to children of employees, health & wellness programming, celebratory events and employee sport team sponsorships.


About OSCO
The origins of the OSCO Construction Group go back to 1955 when Ocean Steel & Construction Ltd. was founded in Saint John, New Brunswick. Since that time, the OSCO Construction Group has grown to encompass four main operating sectors: Steel , Concrete , Construction and Corporate . Within these sectors lie an ever-expanding number of construction-related companies and divisions, serving a growing market area and employing over twelve hundred employees.

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