An exciting opportunity exists for a Safety Advisor (full-time fixed term contract – 16 months) to join the Mainroad Group! This position will be based out of our Cumberland office and report directly to the Health, Safety, Quality, and Environment (HSQE) Manager with daily interactions and responsibilities to the General Manager of Mainroad North-Island Contracting LP.
Please note this is a 16-month contract (maternity leave coverage) starting May 2025.
There will be an expectation for significant work-related driving in this role.
The successful candidate shall have the following qualifications:
- Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a safety role. Construction experience and / or Traffic Control experience is an asset.
- Diploma, Certification or a combination of training in Occupational Health and Safety is an asset.
- Professional Safety Designation or ability to obtain is essential.
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License is required.
- COR Auditor Certification is preferred or willing to obtain within three months.
- Prior environmental training and/or experience is preferred.
- Advanced proficiency in computer systems & software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
- Prior experience developing and delivering training is required.
- Strong learning agility.
- Ability to work both independently with little or no supervision and in a team environment.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally.
- Efficient time management skills are essential.
- Ability to meet strict deadlines.
Job duties include, but are not limited to the following:
- Review and update hazard assessments, assist with hazard assessments for new activities.
- Write and update Safe Job Procedures and Safe Work Practices as needed.
- Ensure incident investigations are completed as required.
- Ensure inspections and toolbox meetings are completed as required.
- Verify and coach field level hazard assessments and completion.
- Assist with hazard assessments for new activities and projects.
- Develop Exposure Control Plans.
- Assist with the assessment, review and monitoring of subcontractors.
- Oversee the completion of site and new employee orientations.
- Provide training to staff and management on program elements.
- Conduct emergency drills.
- Ensure training of workers on safety policies, procedures and practices.
- Oversee new and young worker monitoring.
- Manage and assist in the education of the RTW Program.
- Regulate audit schedule and complete task audits.
- Verify compliance to regulations (through audits, inspections, record and review observations).
- Ensure required safety information is posted and available to staff.
- Oversee effectiveness of safety committees.
- Report statistical information (including all incidents) to Mainroad Corporate Compliance Staff.
- Lead all staff in safety culture. Provide resources for safety questions and issues.
- Liaise with regulatory agencies and Mainroad Corporate Compliance staff.
- Track and manage non-conformities and other required corrective actions.
- Organize and manage monthly safety meetings.
Interested applicants are asked to forward their resume and cover letter to hr@mainroad.ca. Please note that only qualified, shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Mainroad Group is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We welcome and respect people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives. We are committed to creating a fair and equitable work environment where everyone can thrive and succeed.