At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure safety on major construction projects and promote a culture of safety.
- Company: Join Kiewit, one of North America's largest contractors focused on safety.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, top-tier health benefits, retirement plans, and generous paid time off.
- Other info: Exciting opportunities for travel and relocation with excellent career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by ensuring nobody gets hurt in the workplace.
- Qualifications: 3-10 years in construction safety, knowledge of OSHA regulations, and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 120000 $ per year.
Are you passionate about safety and ensuring everyone is working in a safe condition and environment? At Kiewit, our guiding principles on infrastructure projects and in every office is, “Nobody Gets Hurt” and we’re currently looking for a safety coordinator who supports and will audit our program which reinforces our commitment to safety. We are open to both mid-level and senior-level safety professionals and are seeking individuals who are flexible to relocate and travel as project needs arise.
District Overview: Eastern Canada District's projects include highways, bridges, mass transit, mine site development & open pit operations, hydroelectric powerhouses, wind-power plants, dams & industrial. The serve the construction and mining industries and operates in Eastern Canada.
Location: This role will be based in Toronto to begin.
Responsibilities:
- Participating in the company environmental health and safety programs at the project level, driving a safety-oriented approach to work.
- Compiling, analyzing, and interpreting occupational illness and accident statistical data at the project level; recommending process and product safety features that will reduce employee exposure to chemical, physical, and biological work hazards.
- Routinely inspecting the facilities, machinery, and safety equipment in order to identify and correct potential hazards, and to ensure safety regulation compliance.
- Routinely monitoring the workforce for unsafe behaviors and coach employees on the correct behaviors when observed.
- Developing environmental health and safety training materials to include manuals, brochures, PowerPoint presentations etc.
- Administering a management system to track training records to track all safety training initiatives conducted personally or by outside consultants/vendors.
- Interpreting safety regulations for the project.
- Coordinating and presenting safety training to support client requirements including new hire orientation, fall protection, confined space, lockout/tagout and repertory.
- Interfacing with Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA) (Provincial or federal) officials/inspectors in the event of a site visit.
Qualifications:
- 3-10 years of experience in the construction of large infrastructure projects.
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations and hazard recognition, record keeping and injury management skills.
- Experience with WSIB, Case Management.
- Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt.
- Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment.
- Ability to travel and relocate as business requires.
- Knowledge of Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act and Construction Regulations.
- Ability to speak publicly in groups and provide trainings.
Other Requirements:
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
- Perform work safely and effectively.
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
- Work overtime and weekends as required.
- May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.
Base Compensation: $80,000/yr - $120,000/yr (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location).
We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry. We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.
Safety Specialist in Toronto employer: Kiewit
Kiewit is an exceptional employer that prioritizes employee growth and development, offering a collaborative work culture where innovation thrives. Located in the vibrant city of Toronto, ON, employees benefit from a dynamic environment that fosters meaningful contributions to large-scale projects while ensuring environmental compliance. With a strong emphasis on safety and communication, Kiewit provides its team with the tools and support needed to excel in their careers.
