Construction - Health and Safety & Labourer

This role is based in Belleville Ontario.

Reporting to the Health and Safety Department the Role and Responsibilities are:

• Working within a team environment implementing and supporting of the Claridge Homes Health and Safety program.
• Maintenance and implementation of the Claridge Homes Health and Safety policy and the occupational health and safety act and regulations of Ontario.
• Conduct and oversee site training for all staff and trades (as needed) as well as safety onboarding for all new staff.
• Maintain records of training for site staff and trades.
• In conjunction with the Site Supervisor, conduct site safety inspections (daily, weekly, monthly etc.) and any required tool box talks.
• Conduct any incident accident reporting and/or associated investigations.
• Participate in all site Ministry of Labour inspections under the direction of the Site Supervisor and Health and Safety Officer, and support the implementation of any recommendations and/or orders from the Ministry.
• Communicate with Site Supervisors and provide solutions that eliminate site hazards.
• Track and review all safety infractions.
• Organize, participate in and prepare minutes for all JHSC meetings to promote the Health and Safety program.
• Maintain all health and safety equipment on site (Fall Protection kits, First Aid kits, Eyewash stations, Site signage, Fire Extinguishers, CO monitors, AED’s, etc.)
• Complete any hazard remediation or elimination on the spot, or at the direction of the site management.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• High school diploma
• 2 to 5 years’ experience in construction, with 2-3 years of direct Health and Safety experience
• Understanding of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and associated regulations
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Strong attention to detail with strong organizational skills
• Dependable, Reliable, Adaptable & Flexible
• Time management and ability to prioritize
• Valid Driver’s License, with regular access to a reliable vehicle.

Certifications to have, or willingness to obtain.

• JHSC Certification Parts 1 & 2
• First Aid
• Basics of Supervising
• Working at Heights
• WHMIS
• Traffic Control
• Confined Space
• Swing Stage
• Workplace Inspection and Hazard Recognition
• Incident Investigation and Reporting
• Introduction to Hazard & Risk Management