Health & Safety Coordinator

• Act as an information resource, conduct new employee orientations and assist with the communication of safety related initiatives to the employees of Standard General Calgary, a Division of Colas Western Canada Inc.(“SGC”)
• On occasion, deliver internal training to employees.
• Promote, execute, and adhere to the SGC safety program, lead by example and encourage all employees, sub-contractors, and consultants to advance the SGC safety culture.
• Leading accident/incident investigation reports including acting as the first response to investigate incidents in the worksite. Determine root cause and assist in the development of timely and relevant corrective actions.
• Support employees on how to perform their tasks in a safe manner.
• Regularly conduct worksite inspections and audits to ensure employee and sub-contractor compliance with SGC policies, procedures, and the Alberta OH&S Legislation.
• Educate all employees on the company's Drug and Alcohol policy, Post Incident testing, Fit-for-duty requirements, and employee assistance program
• Track and maintain employee safety training records and assist the Safety Manager in creating yearly training budgets as well as schedule training as necessary.
• Ensure all employees have access to applicable SDS documentation.
• In conjunction with Work Comp Tech Ltd and the Safety Manager, assist in maintaining the SGCs Modified Work Program and managing WCB claims.
• Organize and maintain safety documentation to ensure it is up to date.
• Track monthly inspections by all supervisory levels to ensure compliance with company stated frequencies.
• Promote a team approach throughout the organization and maintain dialogue with all employees to exchange information and gather ideas.
• Collaborate with any project teams on other special initiatives, as required.
• Other Safety related duties as required.

• Reviewed and signed onto prior to walking each individual site.

• Filled out on Enablon while on site.

• Filled out in Enablon software.

• Grade 12 or GED.
• Must have NCSO Certification (including COR Auditor status in good standing).
• Class 5 Drivers License in good standing.
• Standard First Aid.
• Ground Disturbance Level 2 is considered an asset.
• Confined Space entry and rescue is considered an asset.
• TDG Train-the-Trainer is considered an asset.
• WHMIS Train-the-Trainer is considered an asset.
• Flagger Train-the-Trainer is considered an asset.
• An OHS Certificate from a post-secondary institution or willingness to obtain is considered an asset.

• Minimum 5+ years' experience and proven track record within a safety department.
• Experience in Heavy Civil Construction is an asset.
• Experience with excavating and trenching, confined space and fall protection procedures is considered an asset.

• Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety Legislation, Workers Compensation Board ("WCB") and Provincial/Federal job and industry specific legislation.
• Exposure to handling WCB claims.
• Experienced in conducting investigations using the 5 Whys, SCAT and TapRooT root cause analysis.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills in Excel, Work, Project, Outlook.
• Prior use of Enablon is an asset.
• Knowledge of NSC Legislation is an asset.

• Demonstrated proficiency in English for effective written and verbal communication. Fluency in Spanish and Arabic is considered an asset.
• Strong morals, ethics, and a commitment to privacy.
• Comfortable speaking to or instructing groups of people.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to deliver well-written reports summarizing events and curiosity to get to the root cause of matters.
• Strong work ethic and sense of responsibility.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Organized self-starter, attentive to detail and able to work independently.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks, likely with competing priorities.
• Approachable, positive demeanor with a hands-on and team-oriented work style.

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