Senior Occupational Health & Safety Advisor

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  • Oakville, ON
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
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  • Ensure assigned Region adheres to all applicable Health and Safety Management System requirements
  • Assist with updating our Health and Safety Management System which includes COR Elements
  • Assist with the development of loss control programs
  • Prepare and review with area managers Driver Behavior telematics reports
  • Develop, coordinate and facilitate training programs
  • Complete health and safety assessments on key individuals as required
  • Coordinate, assign and complete site visits and safety audits (e.g. Formal Assessments, Life Saving Rules Assessments) as directed
  • Promote within their region quarterly Focus Areas and Continuous Improvement Plans
  • Assist with Safety Culture Assessments in their region
  • Act as a liaison with Ministry of Labor, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) during compliance visits and investigations
  • Complies with Federal, Provincial and Local Legal requirements by; studying existing and new legislation enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions
  • Extended visual and cognitive attention is needed to observe project activities. Initiative and ingenuity are mandatory since the job receives only general supervision.
  • Judgment must be frequently exercised in performing staff advisory function. Decision making discretion is frequently required
  • Provide reports and updates to the Manager, Health and Safety and Sr. Management for assigned Region
  • Observing, collecting data and interacting with workers, supervisors and peers are required. The incumbent must work in office as well as outdoor settings
  • Oversee WSIB return to work plans
  • Assist in the development, updating and deployment of standard operating procedures
  • Create and distribute safety alerts as required
  • Oversee incident investigations and reporting
  • Work closely with the Corporate Occupational Health Team on return-to-work planning
  • Attend, support and chair JHSC meetings as required
  • Attend personal training programs as directed and support/implement HR programs and policies
  • Recommend appropriate work practices and promote commitment to organizations' vision & Values
  • Support line personnel in their duties with regards to loss control initiatives
  • Actively working towards and/or maintaining CRSP designation.
  • Other duties as assigned
Position Requirements:
  • Either a diploma or degree in Health and Safety Management or Civil Engineering from an accredited College or university
  • 5-10 years of experience in a similar role within the Construction Industry is an asset
  • Possess a Valid Driver's License (Class G or equivalent)
  • Vehicle travel is frequent and occasionally extensive. Travel to projects and facilities are required.
  • CRSP Designation or working towards achieving designation
  • Extensive knowledge of OH&S principles, policies, procedures and regulations
  • Extensive knowledge of business operating processes and procedures
  • Sound working knowledge of provincial legislation and regulations (eg. WSIA, OHSA)
  • Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office (word, excel, project)
  • Oral and written skills should be at an advanced level. Fluency in a relevant second language (Portuguese, French) would be an asset
  • Varied physical demands, including extended sitting, standing, walking, and climbing
This job posting reflects an existing vacancy. Details will be clarified during the recruitment process, if selected.CRH Canada, does not directly use artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants. However, CRH Canada, does use Indeed.com to publicly advertise this posting and Indeed.com does use artificial intelligence as part of the screening process. More information about how Indeed.com uses artificial intelligence in their process can be found here:CRH Canada recognizes Canada's diverse landscape. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.Visit our website for more information:Posting Start Date: 4/1/26Posting End Date:CRHSite Information×Cookie Consent ManagerWhen you visit any website, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. Because we respect your right to privacy, you can choose not to allow some types of cookies. However, blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience of the site and the services we are able to offer.Required CookiesThese cookies are required to use this website and can't be turned off.Show More DetailsRequired Cookies Provider Description Enabled
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