• Displays a commitment to Waiward’s incident-free vision, values, and culture.
• Knows, understands, communicates, and ensures compliance with safety regulations (Occupational Health and Safety Act), safety policies/procedures of both the company and client.
• Facilitates a safe work culture and work with supervision to ensure the team is adhering to current safety policies and regulations.
• Ensures site leadership apply the standards for safe working conditions and employees are arriving fit for work.
• Identifies needs and provides or arranges for crew safety training.
• Participates in coaching leaders in daily “toolbox” talks and weekly safety meetings.
• Leads safety/incident investigations and reviews.
• Documents all incidents and other required safety reports.
• Conducts training sessions when required (fall protection, respirator fit test, JLG, forklift, etc.).
• Encourages and participates in “Near Miss Reporting”.
• Works with supervision on assessing competency and capability of tradespersons.
• Coaches leadership to ensure that workers have required certifications and training to meet our company, the client, and OH&S policies and standards.
• Conducts site safety orientation for new hires on all projects and manage documentation accordingly.
• Assists supervision in completing safe work plans, hazardous work permits, and other permits as described in the procedural letters.
• Coaches leadership in creating an inclusive employee culture and adherence to employee relation policies and procedures to ensure a respectful and inclusive work environment.
• Coaches leadership on modified/restricted duty employees.
• Conducts site assessments with site leadership to determine hazards and assist in identification and implementation of appropriate controls.
• Establishes inspection schedules and participate and or lead all job site inspections, assign corrective action and report back to employees on inspection findings.
• Leads all investigations and provide corrective actions recommendations to leadership. Document correction actions in the investigation report.
• Ensures all employee documentation is submitted to Human Resources. This is inclusive to new hire orientation package, completed competency reviews, training and certifications.

• OH&S diploma or equivalent, CRSP would be considered an asset with at least three (3) years construction industry experience.
• Minimum five (5) years as NCSO with relevant experience.
• Current Class 5 Driver’s License and Driver’s Abstract.
• Pre-Access Drug and Alcohol test is required.
• CSTS 2020
• Certifications required for the work being performed (Fall Protection, Elevated Work Platform, and Confined Space Entry & Monitor, etc.)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).
• Expertise in software relevant to the role will be considered an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid knowledge of investigation techniques (i.e., Taproot)
• Basic auditing techniques (i.e., Core / ISO)
• Effective oral and written communication skills and good comprehension.

Working Conditions

The incumbent is required to work on a construction site with moderate noise, extreme temperatures and numerous hazards including equipment.

The job may require the incumbent to walk stairs, climb ladders, work at heights and in confined spaces. This role will require work outside in inclement weather (slippery surfaces and cold), carrying objects, driving, and being exposed to normal office routines.

Physical Requirements

The incumbent is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: viewing a computer terminal for extended periods of time; and extensive reading. The incumbent is also required to stand and sit for extended periods of time and will require good physical attributes for walking on uneven ground, climbing, confined space entry, limited lifting, and sitting.

Direct Reports

No

*Waiward is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.