Health and Safety Coordinator

**Job description**

The Health and Safety Coordinator will be responsible for ensuring the company is in compliance and adheres to OHS guidelines, by working with a team, to accomplish site-level goals and promoting the company's health and safety policies throughout each project.

**The position will be based out of our Maple Ridge, BC office.**
- **General Safety**:_
- Promote a culture of safety, where safety is a shared responsibility and assist in leading the company to COR certification
- Ensure current safety policies and procedures are in compliance with current WCB and municipal regulations and amend or update OH&S policies and/or procedures as necessary
- Remain up to date on new and revised legislation, industry trends and best practices to make recommendations on keeping programs current and relevant
- Evaluate, develop, and implement Drake’s safety programs and strategies, while driving a strong health and safety culture
- Lead and participate in the Joint Health and Safety Committee and convene regular monthly meetings to gather field level feedback on safety needs throughout the organization
- Managing the WCB relationship, processing clearance letters, completing WorkSafe claims, form 7’s, reporting, and managing the account
- Managing return-to-work programs
- Maintain all safety records, documentation, and reporting requirements, including accurate and up-to-date records of safety incidents, inspections, and training records
- Ensure that all accidents, incidents, and injuries are properly reported to all appropriate parties
- Conduct safety audits and reviews to ensure ongoing compliance with safety standards and regulations
- Act as a resource for employees and management on safety-related inquiries, concerns, and feedback, and provide support in resolving safety issues
- **Project Safety Management**:_
- Submit Notice of Projects to WorksafeBC
- Site visits to assess and identify job specific hazards, determine specialized PPE, training requirements
- Create Site Specific Safety Plans, Job Hazard Assessments, Emergency response plans, and Safe Work Procedures
- **Site Safety**:_
- Conduct regular site visits to ensure teams are working with best practices in mind, and have the required safety equipment and PPE to perform the work safely
- Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments on construction sites, identifying potential hazards and recommending corrective actions
- Development and maintenance of hazard assessment analysis and control, safe work procedures and safe job procedures
- Develop and monitor site specific safety plans, pre-job hazard assessments, incident investigations and risk assessments as required and ensure Drake is in compliance
- Proactively conduct safety assessments, inspections, and audits to identify potential hazards and risks in the workplace and make recommendations for / implement corrective actions
- Review sub-contractor safety documentation for accuracy and completeness and provide feedback to Foremen and Supervisors
- Investigate and report on incidents and accidents, identifying root causes and recommending preventive measures
- **Training**:_
- In coordination with the Site Foremen and Supervisors, identify and provide/coordinate regular worksite safety training for all employees including WHMIS, company safety policies & procedures, hearing tests, fit tests, first aid, ground disturbance, confined spaces, etc.
- Tracking all completed training and active certifications, and managing the recertification schedule for all employees
- Conduct onboarding/safety orientations for all new and returning team members

**Required Skills/Experience**:

- Diploma or certificate in Occupational Health & Safety from a recognized institution
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar health and safety role preferably within the civil construction industry
- Above average understanding of the safe operations of heavy off-road equipment
- Knowledge of COR Audit processes, prefer certified BCCSA Internal COR Auditor
- Solid knowledge of WorkSafe BC regulations, policies, guidelines, and standards.
- Ability to generate accurate and complete reports in a timely manner
- Strong time management skills, particularly the ability to prioritize a multitude of tasks
- Proactive in identifying hazards and implementing corrective measures to ensure that health, safety, and standards are being met on site
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and able to influence others, in matters of health, and safety
- OFA Level 2 an asset
- A valid Class 5 Driver’s License in the Province of British Columbia with a safe driving history for travel to job sites in the company vehicle

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

**Salary**: $24.00-$35.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Visio