Health And Safety Coordinator

WHO WE ARE

Ownership and Experience

Iron Maple Constructors is a general contracting firm owned by four experienced industry leaders: Durck deWinter, Rene Cox, Ian Boyd, and Jim Brennan. Together, they bring more than 120 years of construction experience to the company.

Growth and Regional Focus

With a team of more than 180 employees, Iron Maple continues to grow within Atlantic Canada’s construction market, primarily serving Nova Scotia and New Brunswick.

To learn more, please visit our website at www.ironmaple.ca.

OUR PROMISE

A Supportive Work Environment

Iron Maple offers a meaningful opportunity for individuals who are ready to contribute to a collaborative, team-focused environment. Employees are valued as part of a work family and have the opportunity to work closely with the ownership group.

Pride in Our Work

As Iron Maple continues to grow and strive toward becoming the most respected contractor in the industry, employees can take pride in contributing to the company’s success and shared accomplishments.

THE POSITION

Health and Safety Coordinator

Iron Maple has offices in Dartmouth, NS and Sussex, NB and currently requires a Health and Safety Coordinator with our Nova Scotia team at a large project in Burnside. The primary job location will be at a specific project; a new construction build of a single storey 1.2 million ft2 facility with a 1 million ft2 mezzanine including all siteworks.

The Health and Safety Coordinator will be responsible for working with our team to manage and deliver our safety program and will work alongside the project team as the designated health and safety representative responsible for promoting awareness, prevention, training and the internal responsibility system to all stakeholders in the workplace. This position interprets health and safety legislation and makes recommendations to ensure compliance and due diligence of all employees and on-site personnel.

Responsibilities

Joint Health and Safety Committee

• Co-chair or support the project Joint Health and Safety Committee, ensuring each trade has an elected member, and act as safety advisor to Iron Maple’s company and project committees as applicable
• Prepare meeting agendas and establish inspection schedules for all committee members
• Investigate work refusals and work stoppages
• Accompany Nova Scotia OHS officers during site visits
• Collaborate with external authorities when responding to complaints

Inspections

• Conduct and document workplace inspections, including the site perimeter (guardrails), and secure the site at the end of each shift
• Collect and review weekly inspection reports from supervisors
• Collect and review supplier-provided annual machine inspections on arrival on site, and daily machine inspections, following up on repairs
• Conduct air quality testing
• Document, coordinate, and follow up on corrective actions to maintain compliance

Accident and Emergency Response

• Develop, implement, and provide training on emergency response, rescue, and evacuation plans
• Install, inspect, and maintain emergency equipment and postings (emergency response plans, signage, first aid kits, fire extinguishers, etc.)
• Maintain the emergency worker count on the workforce count board
• Serve as the designated first responder on site, providing care to injured workers and documenting accordingly
• Ensure each trade has a designated first aid person
• Investigate incidents and accidents, take the lead on serious incidents, and support the project team as needed
• Review incident reports, provide feedback, and write accident and investigation reports
• Implement corrective actions and preventive measures to avoid recurrence

Compliance and Enforcement

• Stop work in the event of unsafe work practices or conditions
• Issue compliance notices for non-compliance
• Assist in resolving worker complaints and enforcement matters, and implement and document disciplinary measures (verbal, written, and removal from site)
• Implement and monitor monthly internal and Nova Scotia OHS Division inspection blitzes
• Act as liaison between the Nova Scotia OHS Division, WCB Nova Scotia, and Iron Maple on safety matters

Work Permits and Planning

• Implement, monitor, and/or complete work permits, including after-hours work, rooftop/balcony access, critical lifts, confined spaces, hot work, excavations, and removal of tools or equipment
• Attend project kick-off meetings and coordinate site-specific health and safety requirements
• Help the construction team coordinate trade schedules to avoid hazards, complaints, and delays
• Assist in developing job hazard analyses, safe work procedures, and controls, and continuously improve existing procedures
• Update guidance manuals as site conditions change

Training and Communication

• Deliver site-specific orientations, pre-employment safety instructions, and on-site safety talks
• Provide employee safety training and awareness of current and upcoming Nova Scotia legislation
• Write site-specific memos and weekly safety bulletins, update hazard charts, and maintain required postings on the safety bulletin board
• Provide support, assistance, and guidance on all safety-related matters
• Help project teams build a strong health and safety culture
• Coordinate with managing partners on all health and safety issues
• Attend weekly trade supervisor meetings

Site Administration

• Gather contract documents before trades mobilize and notify the Health and Safety Manager to hold payment for overdue documents
• Verify and copy worker and trade certificates of qualification
• Control secure access to the site
• Monitor site cleanliness and address concerns with the site superintendent
• Inspect and lend equipment as required
• Maintain inventory and process orders for office and safety supplies

Qualifications

Education and Certifications

• Diploma or certificate in occupational health and safety or a related field
• NCSO, CRSP, or other recognized safety designations
• Current CPR/First Aid certification
• Ability to complete COR audits through Construction Safety Nova Scotia (CSNS)

Experience

• 3–5 years of experience in a construction safety role, ideally with a General Contractor in the ICI (Institutional, Commercial, Industrial) sector in Atlantic Canada
• Experience with Procore and SiteDocs is an asset

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong understanding of the Nova Scotia Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations as they apply to construction
• Working knowledge of risk assessment and data analysis
• Strong emergency response and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills, with strong attention to detail and observation
• Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.) and comfort adopting new technology

Personal Attributes

• Leadership and a positive attitude, with the ability to influence and motivate employees and subcontractors to work safely
• Patient and calm under pressure

Other Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle for travel between the office and project sites in the Halifax area

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This is a permanent full-time position with competitive salary and benefits packages. As an additional benefit to staff, Iron Maple has an Employee Share Ownership Program (ESOP) which allows eligible employees to purchase shares in the company.

Please send a cover letter explaining why you would be a great addition to the Iron Maple team, along with your resume outlining your qualifications and relevant experience, to careers@ironmaple.ca and/or sam.corbett@ironmaple.ca. References may be requested at a later stage.

Iron Maple fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our success depends on talented employees with a variety of skills, abilities, and backgrounds.

Note: Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We appreciate your interest in joining the Iron Maple team!