Working at Walker
At Walker, your contribution matters. Become part of a team you can count on and where your health and safety are our priority. Our team of more than 1200 people work in environmental waste management and recovery, renewable energy, paving and construction, aggregates, and emulsions chemistries. We are a fifth-generation, family-owned company founded in 1887, operating from our base in the Niagara Region with facilities across Canada and the United States. We care about the environment, each other, and our neighbours, and give back to our communities. Join us on our journey to build a sustainable future, together.
About the Job
Build your career where safety truly matters. As a Health & Safety Coordinator in our aggregate operations, you’ll play a hands-on role in keeping our people safe across pits, quarries, and field sites.
Reporting directly to the Health & Safety Manager, you’ll support the implementation and ongoing improvement of our Safety Management System (SMS). You’ll work closely with site teams, supervisors, and Joint Health & Safety Committees (JHSCs) to ensure compliance, lead by example in the field, and help foster a strong, proactive safety culture.
This position is based out of our Niagara Falls office, with regular travel to local work sites.
Salary: $65,000 – $75,000 (based on experience and qualifications)
What You’ll Be Doing
In this dynamic, field-focused role, you’ll be a key partner in driving safety excellence across our operations:
- Support day-to-day compliance with applicable legislation, company policies, and SMS standards
- Assist in developing site-specific Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs) and deliver training to employees
- Conduct site inspections, hazard assessments, and participate in incident investigations
- Maintain accurate safety records and submit reports using eCompliance (forms, checklists, field observations)
- Participate in JHSC meetings and provide technical support for safety initiatives
- Work alongside Supervisors and Managers to implement immediate corrective actions and practical field solutions
- Contribute to Safety Alerts and internal communications with real-world, field-driven insights
- Prepare and track weekly KPI updates for the Health & Safety Manager
Here’s What You Need
- 3-5 years of aggregate or construction health & safety experience
- Post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety (college diploma or university degree)
- CRSP designation (or working toward it) is considered an asset
- Valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle (required for travel between sites)
- Solid understanding of health and safety legislation and industry best practices
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills - you’re comfortable working with crews, supervisors, and committees
- Ability to conduct inspections and support incident investigations in active work environments
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail for accurate reporting and documentation
- Comfortable using safety management systems such as eCompliance
What’s in it for you
- You become part of a team you can count on
- A comprehensive total rewards package and benefits to support your wellbeing
- Leaders who support your growth and success
- Flexible work policies and strong work-life balance
- Give back to our communities with two paid volunteer days annually and opportunities to become involved in events
Walker Industries does not rely on artificial intelligence or automated systems at any stage of recruiting or hiring. Every applicant is reviewed and assessed solely by qualified professionals to maintain a fair, human-led process.
At Walker, your contribution matters. If you share our commitment to giving back to your community and caring about the environment we’d love to hear from you. Our workplaces strive to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all ethnicities, race, religions, gender identities and expression, Indigenous communities, and persons with disabilities.
Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please let us know when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
