Coordinator, Site Safety

Why This Role Exists

SafetyCo is seeking a local Construction Safety Coordinator to support a structural steel erector on a new power generation project at a Pulp & Paper Mill in Saint John, NB. This is an approximately 20-month engagement, providing on-site safety leadership and coordination in collaboration with the client's project management and supervision teams.

This position is ideal for a safety professional who is collaborative, proactive, and passionate about supporting safe and productive worksites—not enforcing, but educating and guiding.

Key Details

• Project Start: November 17, 2025 (deployment shortly after)
• Shift: 10-hour shifts, 5 days per week
• Duration: 12 – 20 months
• Location: Saint John, New Brunswick

Responsibilities and Duties

• As the on-site Safety Coordinator, you'll act as an extension of the Project Management and Supervision Group, providing daily safety leadership and coordination to support both client and contractor teams.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Conduct daily toolbox talks with crews.
• Assist with new hire orientations for project workers, sub-trades, and visitors.
• Perform weekly project safety inspections.
• Compile and submit daily and weekly health and safety documentation to the client.
• Act as the client's health and safety representative, liaising with workplace parties, constructors, and owners.
• Assist with incident investigations as required.
• Verify equipment inspections are completed and logged appropriately.
• Support the development of on-site plans (e.g., traffic control, delivery, evacuation).
• Review and discuss project safety documentation (Safe Work Plans, Emergency Plans, JHAs/JSAs).
• Attend client and site meetings as required.
• Provide ongoing support and safety guidance to all workplace parties.
• Complete hazard reports and participate in project update meetings.
• Submit timesheets and reports as per SafetyCo and client requirements.

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum 5 years of health and safety experience in a construction environment, ideally with structural or industrial experience.
• Certifications such as NCSO, CRSP, CRST, or CHSC are strongly preferred.
• Solid understanding of New Brunswick health and safety legislation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills – a "people-first" safety approach.
• Tech-savvy and comfortable using devices and digital tools (cell phone, tablet, laptop).
• Familiarity with safety and project software such as SiteDocs, MS Office Suite, and Bluebeam.

Working with the client

This client is recognized for their exceptional safety culture and quality performance. They lead with proactive safety practices, including daily Pre-Task Safety Instructions (PTSI), and emphasize collaboration, respect, and continuous improvement.

They're seeking someone who will act as an extension of their supervisory team—a trusted resource who observes, engages, and educates, rather than enforces. Their approach focuses on "stop and educate" conversations, immediate correction with understanding, and escalation to supervisors only when necessary.

You'll also receive support and guidance from the client's H&S Supervisors and Director of Safety, as well as SafetyCo's leadership team.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're a collaborative safety professional who thrives on building relationships and improving safety culture, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of SafetyCo's growing network of trusted safety professionals.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed Term Contract

Contract length: 12-20 Months

Language:

• English (required)

Location:

• Saint John, NB E2M 7Y9 (required)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00-$55.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8 – 10 per week

Licence/Certification:

• CHSO, CRSP or other recognized Safety Designation (preferred)
• First Aid / CPR / AED Certification (preferred)
• WAH Certificate (preferred)
• Construction based background and/or automotive background (preferred)

Work Location: In person