Safety Advisor

Our client, a major Oil and Gas company, is looking for a Safety Advisor to join their team on a contract opportunity in Oakville, ON.

Responsibilities

Field duties (80%):

• Participate in Safety Meetings and Toolbox Talks: attend safety meetings and contractor toolbox talks.
• Conduct worksite safety assessments: regularly conduct Critical Control Assurance (CCA) and Enablon Inspection Checklists for compliance with critical safety controls and protocols. Provide feedback and coaching to address gaps.
• Complete / support work execution activities: Ensure that hazards are identified, and appropriate controls are in place during work activities.
• Assess contractor worker qualifications: evaluate contractor workers' qualifications for safety training and competencies to ensure they meet necessary standards.
• Conduct field assessments on high-risk standards implementation: assess the implementation of high-risk safety standards in the field, such as confined space entry, working at heights, etc.
• Provide just-in-time coaching: offer immediate coaching to field personnel when unsafe practices are observed. Report to leadership to address systemic issues or ongoing trends.
• Identify and communicate safety hazards: promptly identify and communicate safety hazards to ensure they are addressed. In cases of high-risk gaps or persistent trends, report them to your leader.
• Support incident investigations: assist in investigating safety incidents when requested by the incident owner.
• Support contractor management: ensure contractors follow contractor management documents

Office Work (20%)

• Support hazard identification for scopes of work: assist in identifying potential hazards associated with planned work activities.
• Support contractors in meeting safety regulations: provide guidance to support contractor compliance with relevant safety regulations and standards.
• Support development of contractor EH&S Plan: assist in developing comprehensive health and safety plans for contractors.
• Participate / coach in development of contractor health and safety plans: collaborate in the creation of detailed health and safety plans, including exposure control, ventilation, etc.

Job Qualifications and Technical Skill Sets:

• Possession of a recognized safety certification (e.g., CRSP, CRST, CSO), diploma or degree in OHS demonstrated H&S competency supported by relevant experience.
• Ten years of proven safety experience in high-risk work settings, preferably within the oil and gas industry.
• Possess strong understanding of safety regulatory requirements, specifically related to CNESST requirements
• Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience supporting high-risk work such as confined space entry, excavation, working at heights, and control of hazardous energy.
• Experience promoting a culture that encourages reporting, learning, and continuous improvement.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in French and English.
• Can effectively interact with all levels of leadership.