Health & Safety Officer

Pitt Meadows Plumbing and Mechanical Systems (PMP) has been a leader in the plumbing and mechanical industry for over 40 years. We pride ourselves on being a family-owned and operated company. We specialize in pre-fabrication, modular systems and installation of large-scale residential, commercial, institutional, educational, and medical design-build plumbing and mechanical projects.

Our company is growing, and we are looking for a seasoned Health & Safety Officer with experience in Return to Work Programs to join our team. This is a long-term, full-time employment opportunity with lots of room for growth.

We offer:

• A competitive compensation package
• Employer-paid Extended Health & Dental benefits package
• Group RRSP program
• Opportunities for continuous education
• Growth opportunities
• Amazing corporate culture
• Respectful work environment
  

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Promote a corporate culture of health and  safety where safety is seen as a shared responsibility
• Support and promote Occupational Health & Safety Program and COR program alongside the Health & Safety Manager
• Work alongside the HR department on WorkSafe BC Claims, LTD, Medical Leaves and return-to-work programs.
• Conduct Site Visits

Monitor safety compliance of workers and subcontractors

• • Proactively identify hazards and implement corrective measures in cooperation with the Health & Safety Manager
  • Arrange and conduct safety meetings on site
• Conduct Incidents/Investigations
  • Participate in JOHS meetings, incident investigations and project kickoffs to take meeting minutes.
  • Conduct hazard assessments, incident investigations and risk assessments
  • Ensure all accidents, incidents, and injuries are properly reported to all appropriate parties and data are properly tracked for metrics
  • Conduct and document site inspections and site hazard audits
• Implement Discipline
  • Monitor, recommend and implement corrective action suggestions resulting from inspections, investigations, site visits, and safety committee reports
  • Identify and document unsafe acts or conditions that require immediate correction and communicate them to the parties involved
• Certificate of Recognition (COR)
  • Ensure requirements for COR certification are being met
  • Assist in the development and enhancement of Job Hazard Analysis and Safe Work Practice documents based on existing materials

• • Review, on a continuous basis, the performance of the safety program and make recommendations on changes and improvements, should they be required

• Remain current on all Worksafe BC and OH&S legislation

• Acquire competence and understanding in executing the organization’s Safety program
• Understand all business unit safety programs, company codes of business conduct, site-specific procedures and management systems
  
• Administer first aid as necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  

Skills & Requirements

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team-based atmosphere
• Excellent organization
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong interpersonal skills
  

• Able to multitask and prioritize
• Detail-oriented 
• Proactive
• Dependable
• Physically fit
• Must be able to commit to full-time employment
• Capable of working under pressure
• Legally entitled to work in Canada
  

• Computer proficient
  

Education and Experience

• Certified Construction Safety Officer (CSO) designation
• Knowledge and understanding of BCCSA COR is required
• A minimum of 3+ years of high-rise experience as a CSO is required, preferably in multi-residential high-rise.
• Previous experience as a CSO in institutional projects is considered a strong asset.
• Gold Seal certification is considered a strong asset
  

• Solid knowledge of BC WorkSafe regulations, policies, guidelines, and standards

• Ability to provide a proactive approach to safety
• A strong team player attitude with the ability to effectively adjust to changing priorities and demands
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license with a clean abstract
• Occupational First Aid Level 1 is a must
• Must own PPE
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) an asset
  

Who are you?

• You value teamwork and consider yourself a true team player.
• You represent yourself and your work with passion and pride.
• You strive to do the right thing, always.
• You want a challenging yet rewarding position.

Compensation: $30/h to $44/h + 5% RRSP + Vehicle Allowance + Gas Card + Full Benefits (100% Company-Paid) + Life Insurance + LTD + AD&D.

Application: Submit your resume + Desired Wage.

To know more about us, please visit our website https://www.pittmeadows.net/
Check us out on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/pitt-meadows-plumbing/
See our employee reviews on Indeed https://ca.indeed.com/cmp/Pitt-Meadows-Plumbing-&-Mechanical-Systems/reviews

Applications will not be accepted at our office or on the job site – online applications only.

We thank all candidates for applying; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.