Health, Safety and Environment

Reporting to the Manager HSE, the Health Safety and Environment (HSE) Advisor will work alongside with the national health and safety team and local operations. The HSE Advisor will emphasize firsthand engagement and direct involvement with field operations to ensure risks are managed effectively and control measures are practical and implementable in the construction environment.Primary Scope of RoleKey ResponsibilitiesConduct site-specific risk assessments directly on industrial and construction sites, observing real-time operations to identify hazards.Collaborate with field teams to assess risks associated with high-risk tasks, such as excavation, scaffolding, crane operations, trenching, paving operations, and confined spaces.Provide field-specific recommendations for hazard mitigation, including engineering controls, administrative actions, and personal protective equipment (PPE).Serve as the primary health and safety representative on construction sites, maintaining a visible presence to ensure compliance with safety protocols.Support field teams in emergency situations by coordinating responses and ensuring access to first aid and firefighting equipment. Assist in testing and refining site-specific emergency plans based on real-world scenarios observed in the field.Facilitate toolbox talks and on-the-spot safety briefings, addressing specific field hazards and solutions. Act as a liaison between field operations and management, conveying safety concerns and recommendations.Conduct ongoing site observations to identify new or previously unaddressed hazards.Specific DutiesRecommend updates to risk assessments and control measures based on field conditions and evolving work processes.Engage with field workers, contractors, and supervisors to foster a culture of safety awareness.Monitor high-risk activities in the field, ensuring proper implementation of safety measures and immediately addressing unsafe practices.Become the go-to advisor for field teams, offering hands-on guidance for safe execution of activities, such as but limited to machine operation or hazardous material handling.Work closely with site supervisors and operations teams to integrate recommended control measures into daily workflows. Propose alternative strategies or adjustments in the fieldEvaluate on-site risk factors, such as environmental conditions, equipment usage, and worker activities, to develop accurate assessments.Position RequirementsPost-secondary education (degree or diploma) in Health and Safety, or equivalent education.5+ years of Health and Safety experience in construction or industrial settings.CRSP, CRST or other professionally recognized safety certification is considered an asset.CM IOSH Certification is required.COR/ISO Auditor training is preferred.Comprehensive/working knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety legislation and industry safety standards.Results-driven with an ability to deliver success in a fast-paced environment.Outcome focused, critical thinker with the ability to analyse and visualize to ensure continuous improvement across our business.Ability to connect and interact with people to seek different perspectives.Superb communication and interpersonal skillsStrong ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple competing priorities.Demonstrate versatility and resourcefulness in overcoming business challenges.Valid driver’s license is required.Evenings and weekends may be required.What We OfferExpected Base Salary:$65,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year. The actual base salary will depend on several factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and work location.Annual performance-based bonus.Retirement savings program.Career growth and advancement opportunities.About UsOur PeopleAt Green Infrastructure Partners (GIP), our people are second to none. Our most valuable asset is people – our employees, our customers, and the public. Nothing is more important than our people coming to work happy and leaving safely. GIP team members are at the heart of our success in designing and delivering infrastructure projects safely, thoughtfully, and with the highest quality.Our WorkThe work we do impacts lives. It impacts our schools and neighbourhoods and shapes our communities and cities. We are one of Canada’s largest and fastest growing construction companies. Every day our people are designing, delivering, and maintaining infrastructure for Canada’s rapidly growing cities. From demolition, shoring and foundations, excavation, remediation, to structures, paving and the production of materials, we have the unique ability to self perform all project scopes without reliance on sub-contractors. The work we do at GIP today will carry us into a better, greener, and safer tomorrow.Our CultureWe are committed to fostering a work environment that embraces Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging for all so our people benefit from the creative solutions that come from embracing differences.Sustainability is part of our DNA. We focus on recycling and reusing materials by taking old roads and reengineering them into new roads, keeping tons of used materials out of our landfills.As we look to the future, we need creative, ambitious, and innovative professionals who can help us to build the world of tomorrow, today. If you want to work for a world-class organization that provides an exceptional career experience with an inclusive and collaborative culture, this opportunity is for youDisclaimersArtificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure: AI tools are not used in the screening or assessment of applicants for this position.Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing job vacancy.GIP does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners, directly engaged by our Talent Acquisition team, for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Green Infrastructure Partners Inc. “GIP”, is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities to apply. We seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives.We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences. GIP will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr