Health & Safety Coordinator
- Halifax, NS, Canada
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Job details
- Experience
- 3-5 years of hands-on Health & Safety experience in the construction industry.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Job Description
Ready to build your career? We want to hear from you.
As a Health and Safety Coordinator at Pomerleau Construction, your mission is clear: to protect lives. Working on large-scale construction projects - from $1.5 million to over $1 billion - you'll ensure that health and safety on our sites and in our offices is not just a policy, but a way of life.
What you will do
- Be the pioneer for site health and safety where the project teams look to you for guidance and compliance becomes second nature.
- You are the leader as it relates to project specific standards, continuously promoting Pomerleau’s H&S standards, OH&S Acts, Regulations and Codes with your teammates and trade partners.
- You are a key player from day one of project kickoffs; crafting plans, leading meetings, and spotting potential hazards through to project closeouts and team celebrations. You are a key member of the projects from start to finish.
- Boots on the ground is your thing, getting active out on the job sites to conduct regular site inspections.
- Lead the incident investigation processes for your project. Dissecting high-risk elements is what you do best, sharing the information with your Regional H&S Manager.
- Prevention isn't just a program; it’s your way of life. You are the specialist when it comes to building an environment with a strong accident prevention foresight.
- Be the first responder when an emergency strikes, orchestrating safety best practices when the unexpected strikes.
- Share your passion for training, mentoring, and coaching your team on H&S best practices.
- You compile statistics like no other, identifying patterns and paving the way for proactive improvements.
- You will support with the upkeep of Pomerleau’s COR Standards in meticulously ensuring all COR elements are met and maintained on your job sites.
This role could be for you if you have
- 3-5 years of hands-on Health & Safety experience in the construction industry.
- An educational background in Occupational H&S, risk management or direct industry experience.
- Previous experience or familiarity with Certification of Recognition (COR) and Safety Group (IHSA).
- People management and relationship skills like no other.
- Proven experience working with computer programs to track and monitor your project’s H&S.
- NCSO designation is an asset
Benefits
- RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
- Hybrid work model for corporate roles
- Employee stock ownership program
- Career growth through real development opportunities
- Transit pass reimbursement - get to work for free
- Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one
For the past six years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.
Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work. If this speaks to you, apply for this role or connect with one of our recruiters to learn how we can support you throughout the process.
General Information
Job Location
- Halifax, NS
Date Published
29-Oct-2026
Department
Health & Safety - Major Projects
Employment Type
Permanent
Working Arrangement
On-Site
Role Type
Full-Time
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Health & Safety Coordinator is responsible for ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations across large-scale construction projects. This role involves conducting site inspections, leading incident investigations, and fostering a culture of accident prevention through training and mentorship.
Requirements
Candidates must have 3-5 years of hands-on health and safety experience within the construction industry. An educational background in Occupational Health & Safety or risk management is required, along with familiarity with COR standards.
Skills
- Health and safety compliance
- Construction safety
- Incident investigation
- Risk management
- Site inspections
- OH&S regulations
- Training and mentoring
- Data analysis
- COR standards
- Emergency response
- Hazard identification
- Project management
- Relationship management
- Safety documentation
Benefits
- RRSP with employer matching
- Employee stock ownership program
- Career growth opportunities
- Transit pass reimbursement
- 4 weeks of vacation
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Construction
- Security & Safety
- Management & Leadership
Keywords
- Health & Safety
- Construction
- COR
- IHSA
- NCSO
- Occupational Health & Safety
- Risk Management
- Site Inspection
- Incident Investigation
- Safety Compliance
- Accident Prevention
- Emergency Response
- Project Kickoff
- Safety Standards
- Statistics
- Mentoring
- Coaching
- Hazard Identification