Health & Safety Manager in Edmonton

Responsible for planning, organization and evaluation of occupational health and safety program for a single mega project or oversight of all projects in a Division.

What you will be doing:

• Oversees safety program and procedures for a single mega project or oversight of all projects in a Division.
• Develops division wide or mega project specific safety procedures and practices.
• Implements safety trainings and initiatives that are aligned to Company core Health and Safety program.
• Reviews project trend analysis to ensure accurate tracking of accidents, injuries, fire, property damage and other safety related incidents are recorded.
• Oversees the creation and implementation of all safety orientations, trainings and oversees project site toolbox talks for all project staff within designated timeframe.
• Directs project site training, equipment needs and inspection requirements to support construction schedule and promote project cost savings.
• Performs additional assignments per management’s direction.
• Supports project safety equipment procurement and maintenance needs, as needed by direct reports.
• Provides technical expertise to high risk or complex safety issues, as needed.
• Reviews project status and trend analysis reports to present during District Operations meetings.
• Oversees injury reporting and resolution for entire project site.
• Reviews investigation documentation and corrective action plans to ensure appropriate mitigation strategies are implemented on the job site.
• Reviews and approves Daily Hazard Analysis (DHA) from direct reports and personal daily documentation to ensure accurate and timely tracking of safety procedures.
• Participates in Jobsite Hazard Analysis (JHA) discussions and documentation for the entire project plan.
• Maintains knowledge of Flatiron’s company values and strategic plan.
• Supports published corporate policies.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Health & Safety or a related field preferred.
• 20+ years’ experience in construction or safety required.
• 10+ years’ experience managing construction or safety teams required.
• Experience in diverse, complex and high risk construction projects required.
• Experience developing and implementing health and safety initiatives preferred.
• Required company Safety certifications.
• Proven leadership skills with consistent and clear expectations messaged to direct reports and project stakeholders.
• Proven skill and ability to communicate safety program to senior Company leadership.
• Comfortable and effective speaking and presenting to project Owners, regulatory agencies and internal senior leadership.
• Strong, proven skills identifying and mentoring direct report safety professionals.
• Assigning tasks and training to build a strong and well balanced internal team.
• Developed ability to provide training and learning opportunities for construction teams based on expert safety knowledge and standard safety principles.
• Expert and proven skill to identify onsite project safety risks and develop innovative and compliant mitigation strategies within safety program and agency requirement standards.
• Expert knowledge of construction site equipment, methods and processes.
• Expert knowledge of regulatory compliance, industry trends and upcoming agency regulations that might impact Company and project production.

Why work for us:

• Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program.
• Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP.
• Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical.
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.

We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.