Health and Safety Administrator

Health and Safety Administrator

RMC Group of Companies

Company Overview:

 RMC Group of Companies is family owned and has been supplying concrete and related services since 1994. RMC Group of Companies is locally owned and operated and is one of Western Canada's largest independent concrete providers.  Since 1994, RMC Group of Companies has expanded the business to more than ten operating entities to provide a one stop shop for all our customer's concrete needs.  With such rapid expansion, there is ample opportunity for growth and development for employees.  We treat our employees like family and look for the very best.  Come be a part of our growing team  

RMC Offers:

• Competitive wages and vacation time
• Full scope benefits package (health, dental, life, disability, etc.)
• Company funded RRSP contributions
• Monthly cellphone allowance
• Company vehicle
• Annual boot allowance
• Employee assistance programs
• Employee perks and discounts
• Employee referral bonus
• Team lunches and events
• Opportunities for training and professional development

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and organized Health and Safety Administrator to join our team at our ready-mix concrete plant in the Edmonton area. This is a plant-based, full-time position, working Monday to Friday. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative and proactive individual with a strong mentorship and partnership mentality, focused on fostering a safe work environment for all employees.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate records and tracking sheets for incidents, near misses, and corrective actions.
• Update and revise Safe Work Procedures (SWPs) and company safety policies as needed to ensure compliance with regulations and best practices. Review SWPs with employees as required. 
• Book safety training for staff within the RMC Group of Companies.
• Document training certificates for completed safety courses amongst plant staff. Advise supervisors of employee training requirements and deadlines.
• Coordinate site access orientations with our clients.
• Track and manage subcontractor orientations for plant work.
• Procure, manage and maintain inventory of safety supplies and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Lead comprehensive safety orientations for new hires, temporary employees, and contractors.
• Assist in the development and delivery of safety training materials.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee safety needs and concerns, providing support and guidance.
• Assist in incident investigations within the RMC Group of Companies.
• Participate and facilitate COR Audit processes.
• Escort workers to medical appointments or for modified work requirements as necessary.
• Partner with plant management, supervisors, and employees to champion a positive safety culture.
• Approach all safety issues with a mentorship mindset, coaching employees on safe work practices rather than solely enforcing rules.
• Other duties as required. 

Qualifications

• Occupational Health and Safety graduate from a formally recognized educational institution.
• Frontline safety-related experience, preferably within a construction setting is an asset.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations relevant to Alberta.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• A valid class 5 driver's license, clean abstract and reliable transportation are required.

Key Attributes:

• Ability to provide strong mentorship of HSE related practices, projects, processes, and documentation
• Above average interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Continuous improvement mind-set.
• High degree of confidentiality and sensitivity.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Hours of Work:
8:00am – 5:00pm Monday through Friday. Some weekend work and overtime may be required as needed.

Work Environment:

This position will work onsite full time at our West Plant. Travel to other RMC sites may be required on an infrequent basis.

***Successful candidates must undergo pre-employment drug and alcohol testing as a condition of employment.***

RMC Group of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and operates without discriminating on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, mental or physical disability or pardoned criminal conviction.