Health & Safety Coordinator

Bird Infrastructure, a reputable integrated mechanical contractor with offices across Ontario and Atlantic Canada, is seeking a Health & Safety Coordinator to join our Support Services Team at our Newmarket, Ontario location.

• Assist the Health & Safety Manager with all aspects of their responsibilities across the Bird Group of companies;
• Assist with filing and record keeping in accordance with OHSA and Bird Infrastructure;
• Ensure our Health and Safety Policy is kept up to date and reviewed annually;
• Assist with maintaining COR status with IHSA;
• Track Employee training and ensure it is in compliance with laws, company policy and site requirements;
• Schedule training as required for staff;
• Assist Project Managers, Project Coordinators, Site Superintendents and Project Forepersons with safety compliance, reports and job hazard analysis;
• Create and implement confined space procedures for sites as require;
• If required, participate in JHSC meetings;
• Complete meeting minutes as required;
• Assist with creating and reviewing job hazard analysis, crane lift plans and other safety documents;
• Complete regular job site inspections;
• Complete regular inspections on PPE;
• Complete internal audits for continuous improvement;
• Investigate incidents, accidents and near misses, complete reports as required in accordance with our health and safety policy;
• Ensure subcontractor compliance with health and safety annual prequalification program;
• Complete and ensure compliance with other client required safety organizations such as ISN and Contractor Check;
• Complete Orientations for newly hired employees and ensure all required documentation is submitted prior to them starting work;
• Complete WSIB paperwork as required for inquires and accidents;
• Continue to enforce and implement our return to work policies;
• Be available for staff to consult with for safety measures;
• Work to continuously improve our programs procedures and WSIB ratings;
• Provide vacation and lunch break coverage for reception as required;
• Assist Atlantic Canada Operations as required;
• Assist the Director, Support Services and Health & Safety Manager as required;
• Assist with administrative or clerical duties as required;

• Other duties as may be required or assigned;

• Minimum 1 year of previous Health & Safety experience in a similar role;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, One Drive);
• Construction industry knowledge and experience an asset;
• Experience with the COR program and its requirements considered an asset;
• Experience with Procore’s Quality & Safety module considered an asset;
• G Drivers license;
• CSA approved safety boots are mandatory when on site;

We offer competitive wages and benefits.

Thank you to all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.