Site Safety Manager - Industrial & Nuclear Projects

 Requisition ID: 183085 

Job Level: Senior Level 

Home District/Group: Ganotec District 

Department: Safety 

Market: Nuclear 

Employment Type: Full Time 

Position Overview

Ganotec is seeking an experienced Site Safety Manager to provide leadership and oversight of health and safety activities on major industrial and nuclear construction projects in Ontario.

The Site Safety Manager will work closely with project leadership, field operations, clients and subcontractors to establish a strong safety culture and ensure work is planned and executed safely. This individual will lead site safety programs, coach project teams, identify and mitigate operational risks, and ensure compliance with company, client and regulatory requirements.

This is a senior field leadership opportunity for an experienced construction safety professional who thrives in complex, high-risk project environments.

District Overview

Ganotec is a full service, heavy industrial contractor serving the industrial sector across Canada. Ganotec typically self performs all major disciplines including, civil, structural steel erection, heavy mechanical equipment installation, process piping and electrical / instrumentation and controls. We conduct our business through a variety of commercial contract styles including full turnkey, EPC, design build, T&M and conventional discipline packages. We have always been a strong proponent of “partnering”, working in collaboration with owners, major equipment suppliers and engineers at the early stages of the project development phase to allow for a more cost-effective execution strategy for the project. Ganotec continues to position itself towards the future, constantly seeking growth opportunities yet never losing sight of what has made the company so successful.

Location

The position will be based on our project in Darlington, ON.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to the site health and safety program, including site-specific safety plans, inspections, audits, hazard assessments, leading indicators, training, orientations and required safety documentation.
• Partner with project and field leadership to integrate safety into construction planning and execution, with particular attention to high-risk activities such as lifting and rigging, heavy equipment, working at heights, confined spaces, excavations and energized work.
• Lead and mentor the site safety team, while coaching supervisors, craft employees and subcontractors on safe work practices and proactively addressing unsafe conditions or behaviours.
• Lead incident investigations and corrective actions, identify trends and opportunities for improvement, and ensure lessons learned are effectively communicated and implemented across the project.
• Ensure compliance and maintain strong stakeholder relationships by working closely with project management, clients and subcontractors to meet Ontario regulatory requirements, client expectations and Ganotec safety standards

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of progressive health and safety experience preferred, ideally supporting large construction, nuclear, power generation or heavy industrial projects. 
• Proven experience leading safety programs and safety professionals on large, complex construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario construction health and safety requirements, with demonstrated experience in hazard identification, risk assessment and incident investigation.
• Experience supporting, heavy industrial or multidisciplinary scopes; power generation, energy, mining or infrastructure experience preferred.
• Diploma or degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline is an asset.
• CRSP, NCSO or equivalent professional safety designation considered an asset.
• Strong leadership, communication and coaching skills with the ability to influence employees, field leadership, subcontractors and clients.
• Ability to work on project sites and travel within Ontario is required.

Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
• Openings are to fill both existing vacancies and newly created positions

Base Compensation: $120,000/yr - $160,000/yr (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.