Health and Safety Advisor

4 weeks ago

Bedford, Canada Municipal Group of Companies Full time

The Municipal Group of Companies, based in Bedford Nova Scotia, is a large, diversified organization engaged in all major aspects of heavy civil construction, mining, and environmental services within the Atlantic Provinces. We are currently seeking a Health and Safety Advisor to join our safety department working with our Environmental Services Group (ESG), based out of **Bedford, NS**.

**Job Summary - **Reporting to the Health & Safety Manager, the Health & Safety Advisor (ESG) is to ensure the safe operation of the facilities, on the environmental side, and day to day activities of The Municipal Group of Companies and its affiliates. The Health & Safety Advisor is to know, advise, mentor and coach on the Organization’s safety programs, safety policies, company rules, and the provincial Occupational Health and Safety Act as applicable to the Organization’s operation. Occasionally coordinate with Provincial OH&S and company clients to review and discuss health and safety matters.

**Primary Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Ensures the Corporate Health & Safety Management System (HSMS) is fully implemented, maximized and continuously improved within area of responsibility.
- Supports Operations Managers, Supervisors, and employees through coaching, mentoring and guidance of all aspects of the corporate health and safety management system and regulatory requirements.
- Aids in the development and delivery of health and safety initiatives and measures the effectiveness of health and safety initiatives that influence performance and meet corporate expectations.
- Provides clear and actionable direction and communication to the Operation Managers, Supervisors and employees as it pertains to health and safety.
- Participates in the identification and completion of health and safety performance targets and objectives at an operational area level.
- Develop and maintain thorough, current knowledge of all applicable regulations and legislation for Canada.
- Travel to worksites within area of responsibility to ensure operational conformance.
- Completes health and safety inspections and reporting within their area of responsibility to ensure consistency with Corporate and regulatory standards and provide guidance and leadership on areas of potential compliance vulnerability including:

- Risk Management
- Training & Competency
- Emergency Response
- Incident Management & Investigation
- Health & Safety metrics and reporting
- Complete health and safety audits (COR) to maintain company letters of good standing as required. Familiar with Certificate of Recognition program an asset.
- Develop injury and incident prevention strategies for their area of responsibility alongside Operations based on trending and analysis.
- Promote open discussion of safety concerns/issues, best practices, and review accidents/incidents/near misses to identify and develop corrective actions.
- Visit work sites on a regular basis to maintain a “safety presence” with employees.
- Any other duties as required.

**Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, and Experience**:

- 3-5 years’ experience in a safety role and/or 5 years experience in traffic management.
- Professional Safety designation or willingness to work towards such a designation is also required;
- Knowledge and use of all necessary Government Acts, Legislation and Requirements;
- Professional written and oral communication skills and employs effective listening skills. Must utilize strong presentation and facilitation skills.
- Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Safety Software System (e.g. eCompliance and Outlook);
- Ability to travel throughout the province to various worksites;
- Tactful and mature demeanour with well developed interpersonal skills including the ability to work well with diverse personalities;
A comprehensive pension and benefits package are offered with this position along with opportunities for advancement and training and development.
- We would like to thank all those who apply; however only those selected for an interview will be notified._

**Benefits**:

- Company car
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Store discount
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Bedford, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5 Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

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