Construction Safety Officer

Company Description
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At CIMA+, you'll find a place where your ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged. In both the field and at the office, you'll get plenty of opportunities to reach your full potential in an environment that's engineered for people. At CIMA+, we care about our people and make sure that they feel valued, appreciated, and part of the team. You could even become a shareholder in the company.

At CIMA+, we give you the freedom and flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and the opportunity to work on projects you can relate to.

Welcome to CIMA+

Job Description
CIMA+'s Project Management team is at the forefront of delivering construction projects across a wide range of industries, including institutional and heritage buildings, healthcare, public transportation, energy, infrastructure, and manufacturing. We pride ourselves on creating tailored project management solutions, guiding each project from start to finish. With a collaborative, transparent approach, we deeply understand our clients' vision and provide agile, effective solutions to navigate the complexities and uniqueness of every project. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you'll make a real impact. Together, we'll push boundaries and go above what's expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world

Come join our team specializing in occupational health and safety management. We are looking for a Construction Safety Officer/Coordinator (NCSO) for a variety of industrial and institutional projects in Ontario. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of health and safety on the construction site.

Given that this is a candidate pool, please be advised that the process may vary and is open-ended. Our Talent Acquisition team will review each application and contact you at the appropriate time, if applicable.
Primary Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining a comprehensive Health and Safety Program, including the identification, communication, and control of workplace hazards
• Monitor the safety performance of all workers on site to ensure compliance with safety standards and promote a safe work environment
• Educate and encourage workers to follow safety procedures and take precautions to protect themselves, their coworkers, and the tools and equipment they use
• Identify and assess specific health and safety issues at the worksite to ensure that construction activities do not endanger people outside the construction zone
• Investigate all incidents, accidents, and near misses to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions to improve safety standards
• Review incident reports and analyze trends, taking appropriate action when negative patterns are identified
• Collect and submit all required safety documentation, including: site orientations, incident reports, hazard assessments, inspections, toolbox/tailgate meetings, site safety committee meeting minutes, audit reports, and follow-up actions
• Provide or coordinate internal and external site-specific safety training for employees
• Ensure that Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all controlled products on site are current and accessible to workers at all times
• Act as a liaison between government agencies, management, subcontractors, and workers on all health and safety matters

Qualifications

• College diploma, bachelor's degree, or any other relevant degree related to health and safety
• Recognized Safety Certification (e.g., NCSO)
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Construction Safety Officer or Coordinator
• Familiarity with government health and safety regulations
• Good understanding of construction industry practices and procedures
• Knowledge of incident investigation techniques, including root cause analysis and the development of corrective actions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a construction environment
• Proficiency in English, both spoken and written
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel)
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare detailed reports
• Familiarity with the COR Certification Program (an asset)
• Valid Class 5 driver's license (mandatory)

For more information, please contact Alina Souralay

At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value, but don't meet all the job requirements? We invite you to apply, because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA+ soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success.

Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you:

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
• As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada
• 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills

Additional Information
Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.

Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

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