Construction Safety Officer

6 months ago

Nanaimo, Canada Westmark Construction Ltd. Full time

Westmark has an exciting opportunity for a qualified individual to join our construction team.

Job Title: Construction Safety Officer

Location: Nanaimo, BC

**About us**:
Westmark has been, and continues to be, a longstanding stakeholder within the Vancouver Island community. We pride ourselves on the collaborative efforts we have made to advance and sustain development in our community including commercial development, low-income housing, community planning and multi-family residential projects.

Westmark is a locally owned and operated company that was incorporated in 1988 in Vancouver, BC and moved operations to Nanaimo in 1993. Westmark has been serving the mid-Vancouver Island region for over thirty-five years and has been consistently building award-winning commercial and residential projects. Our history and reputation in the area have built many strong relationships across the industry and make us the preferred Construction Manager and General contractor for numerous owners, consultants, and trade contractors.

Westmark provides guidance, resources, and training to ensure that construction sites prioritize the well-being of workers and adhere to regulatory requirements. Our mission is to create a culture of safety that protects workers and enhances productivity across all construction projects.

**The Role**:
The Construction Safety Officer will work closely with the Site Superintendents to enforce health and safety policies and WorkSafe OH&S regulations on all our projects. The CSO is also responsible for accurate compliance to OH&S legislation, ensuring a safe work environment for all personnel and administering first aid services as required.

**Responsibilities Include**:

- Create and implement safety policies and procedures tailored to the specific needs and risks of the jobsites. This involves conducting risk assessments and identifying potential hazards.
- Provide training to employees on safety protocols, including proper use of safety equipment, emergency procedures, and best practices for accident prevention. This might involve organizing workshops, seminars, or regular safety meetings.
- Inspecting Work Areas regularly to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety regulations. They may also conduct audits to assess the effectiveness of existing safety measures.
- In the event of accidents or near misses, conduct thorough investigations to determine the root causes and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Enforce safety standards and regulations and ensure that safety protocols are adhere to and take appropriate disciplinary action when necessary.
- Oversee the provision and maintenance of safety equipment, such as personal protective equipment (PPE), fire extinguishers, and first aid kits.
- Develop and implement emergency response plans, including evacuation procedures and crisis management protocols. Coordinate drills to ensure employees are prepared for emergencies.
- Monitor compliance with safety regulations and recommend improvements to enhance workplace safety.
- Promote a culture of safety within the organization by raising awareness, encouraging employee involvement in safety initiatives, and recognizing and rewarding safe behavior.
- Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, incidents, training sessions, and compliance efforts.
- Administer First Aid to site personnel as required.
- Perform construction tasks on site - basic carpentry, build and maintain guard rails, general labour etc.

**Requirements include**:

- Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience in a site safety role.
- Valid OFA ticket Level 2 is required; OFA Level 3 is preferred.
- Construction Safety Officer Certification
- Demonstrated working knowledge of provincial safety codes and regulations.
- Experience in residential multifamily and concrete high-rise towers.
- Fall arrest training and familiar working at heights.
- Knowledge and ability to comply with all WorkSafe procedures and safety practices, including on-site work practices and guidelines.
- Excellent communication, organization skills with attention to detail
- Understanding of the construction process
- Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
- Ticket for operating machinery such as bobcat/telehandler is an asset.
- Ability to develop and deliver safety training programs to employees, including new hire orientation and ongoing safety training sessions.
- Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and confidentiality concerning employee/contractor files.
- Strong and effective communication and organizational skills.

**Compensation**
- Salary commensurate with safety and industry experience.
- Medical and dental benefits available with successful completion of probation period.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- Frenc

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