Health & Safety Officer

**_Pitt Meadows Plumbing and Mechanical Systems (PMP)_** has been a leader in the plumbing and mechanical industry for over 40 years. We pride ourselves on being a family-owned and operated company. We specialize in pre-fabrication, modular systems and installation of large-scale residential, commercial, institutional, educational, and medical design-build plumbing and mechanical projects.

We are looking for a seasoned **Health & Safety Officer** with experience in Return to Work Programs to join our team. This is a long-term, site-based, full-time employment opportunity offering ample room for growth.

This position reports to the Health & Safety Manager.

**We offer**:

- A competitive compensation package
- Employer-paid Extended Health & Dental benefits package
- Group RRSP program
- Life Insurance
- Vehicle Allowance
- Phone Allowance
- Growth opportunities
- Respectful work environment
- Opportunities for ongoing technical training and personal development.
- A culture rooted in care, innovation, trust, and excellence.
- The chance to help shape high-profile projects and leave a lasting impact.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Promote a corporate culture of health and safety where safety is seen as a shared responsibility
- Support and promote Occupational Health & Safety Program and COR program alongside the Health & Safety Manager
- Work alongside the HR department on WorkSafe BC Claims, LTD, Leave of Absence and Return to Work Programs.
- Conduct Site Visits- Monitor the safety compliance of workers and subcontractors.
- Proactively identify hazards and implement corrective measures in cooperation with the Health & Safety Manager
- Arrange and conduct safety meetings on-site
- Conduct Incidents/Investigations
- Participate in JOHS meetings, incident investigations and project kickoffs to take meeting minutes.
- Conduct hazard assessments, incident investigations and risk assessments
- Ensure all accidents, incidents, and injuries are properly reported to all appropriate parties and data are properly tracked for metrics
- Conduct and document site inspections and site hazard audits
- Implement Discipline
- Monitor, recommend and implement corrective action suggestions resulting from inspections, investigations, site visits, and safety committee reports
- Identifying and documenting unsafe acts or conditions that require immediate correction and communicating them to the parties involved
- Certificate of Recognition (COR)
- Ensure requirements for COR certification are being met- Assist in the development and enhancement of Job Hazard Analysis and Safe Work Practice documents based on existing materials
- Review, on a continuous basis, the performance of the safety program and make recommendations on changes and improvements, should they be required
- Remain current on all WorkSafe BC and OH&S legislation
- Acquire competence and understanding in executing the Organization’s Safety program
- Understand all business unit safety programs, company codes of business conduct, site-specific procedures and management systems
- Administer first aid as necessary
- Perform other duties as assigned.

**Skills & Requirements**
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team-based atmosphere
- Excellent organization
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
- Able to conduct safety audits and inspections
- Have a proactive approach to safety
- Able to work in a team-oriented environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Dependable
- Detail-orientated
- Computer proficient
- Legally entitled to work in Canada

**Education and Experience**
- Certified Construction Safety Officer (CSO) designation is required.
- First Aid
- intermediate certification is required.
- Knowledge and understanding of BCCSA COR is required.
- A minimum of 3+ years of high-rise experience as a CSO is required, preferably in multi-residential high-rises.
- Must have a valid BC driver's license-class 5 as well as a vehicle to travel between multiple sites in the Lower Mainland.
- Gold Seal certification is considered a strong asset.
- Solid knowledge of BC WorkSafe regulations, policies, guidelines, and standards.
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and/or Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) are considered assets.
- Previous experience with Site Docs is considered a strong asset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office package.

**Why PMP?**
- We Care for Our People
- We Innovate Continuously
- We Are Passionate About Our Work
- We Know Our Stuff
- We Say, We Mean, We Do

**Who are you?**
- You value teamwork and consider yourself a true team player.
- You represent yourself and your work with passion and pride.
- You strive to do the right thing, always.
- You want a challenging yet rewarding position.

**Work Conditions**
- Walking on uneven grounds.
- Standing for long periods.
- Overtime as required.

**Compensation**: $30/h to $42/h (DOE)