Health And Safety Coordinator

WHO WE ARE

Govan Brown is a national construction firm headquartered in Toronto. Our expertise is in commercial interiors and core & shell construction. Since 1994, we’ve demonstrated excellence through our commitment to exceptional service, quality work and innovation. We provide an environment that engages our people, encourages strong work ethics, fosters growth and development, and supports the communities in which we work. Govan Brown is recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies and one of Canada's Top 40 Contractors.

COOL PERKS WE OFFER

• Safety: We prioritize safety at GB, with daily safety activities woven into our operations and safety programming throughout the year. We also offer a $400 Boot Allowance every two years to ensure employees have access to CSA approved safety boots.
• Fun Team and Volunteer Events: Enjoy the opportunity to socialize with team members at events and volunteer activities within the community.
• Service and Referral Rewards: We appreciate our employees’ commitment to our success and growth through various creative rewards, (including a personalized bobblehead for a key milestone!)
• Professional Development & training: Expand your knowledge through various internal training programs and support of your professional certification goals.
• Health & Dental benefits: Such as prescription drug coverage, medical services, dental and vision as well as a Health Spending Account of $750 (minimum) to use as you like to top up our benefit programs.
• Wellness & Life Balance: Through our Employee Assistance Program we offer wellness tools for employees and their families, as well as a minimum of 3 weeks of vacation.
• Investing in your future: We offer a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 5% match and an Employee Share Purchase Program (ESPP).

OUR OPPORTUNITY

Govan Brown has an exciting opportunity for a talented Health & Safety Coordinator to join the Edmonton team. As the H&S Coordinator you will support the development and execution of all H&S policies, programs, and processes on assigned construction project(s). This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with our site management team while advancing a strong corporate safety culture. This job is based on active construction sites.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Oversee the Health & Safety on assigned project construction sites
• Coordinate and conduct site safety orientations for all subcontractors, weekly toolbox meetings, site safety inspections. Ensure receipt of daily hazard assessments/PSI’s, worker training certifications
• Conduct regular site safety inspections and create related reports
• Monitor the performance of all site trades and ensure they are working in a safe manner, utilizing the proper protective equipment and practices
• Investigate all injuries, accidents and near misses and identify the causes and recommend required improvements in safety standards
• Complete all accident/incident reports in a timely manner - including WCB and OH&S forms etc. and ensure accidents are properly reported to all appropriate parties
• Actively participate as a member of Joint health and safety committees and/or worker trade committees.
• Assist subcontractors with site-specific Methods of Procedure (MOP)
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of and enforce Occupational Health & Safety regulations and practices
• Act as a liaison with all stakeholders, including the government, WSIB, management, subcontractors, clients and workers regarding aspects of health and safety

WHAT YOU BRING

• 3 years working with a general contractor or construction management company leading health & safety on commercial construction sites
• Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety
• NCSO certification or working towards is an asset
• Standard First Aid with CPR A + AED
• Working at Heights training
• Valid driver’s license
• Up to date on Occupational Health & Safety legislation and regulations
• Professional with strong leadership skills to effectively hold others accountable for working in a safe manner
• Relationship savvy and interpersonal skills to demand the respect of all stakeholders
• Commitment to recognizing and mitigating risks
• Strong negotiation and dispute resolution skills
• Highly organized, and able to effectively manage time and multiple tasks
• Computer proficiency in MS Office and Outlook

YOUR WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT

• The main office is located at 10171 Saskatchewan Drive NW, Edmonton with potential for work-related travel.
• You will work primarily on construction sites in all seasons.
• On-site. This is not a hybrid or remote role.

Govan Brown is an equal opportunity employer and we would like to thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that we will only be contacting the candidates under consideration.