
Posted 28 days ago
Construction Safety Officer
AI Summary
A Construction Safety Officer promotes health and safety on construction sites, supports COR and Return to Work programs, conducts site visits and incident investigations, and ensures compliance with Worksafe BC regulations.
About this role
Pitt Meadows Plumbing and Mechanical Systems (PMP) has been a leader in the plumbing and mechanical industry for over 40 years. We pride ourselves on being a family-owned and operated company. We specialize in pre-fabrication, modular systems and installation of large-scale residential, commercial, institutional, educational, and medical design-build plumbing and mechanical projects.
Our company is growing! We are looking for a seasoned Construction Safety Officer with experience in Return to Work Programs to join our team. This is a long-term, full-time employment opportunity with lots of room for growth.
We offer:
- A competitive compensation package
- Employer-paid Extended Health & Dental benefits package
- Group RRSP program
- Opportunities for continuous education
- Growth opportunities
- Amazing corporate culture
- Respectful work environment
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Promote a corporate culture of health and safety where safety is seen as a shared responsibility
Support and promote Occupational Health & Safety Program and COR program alongside the Health & Safety Manager- Work alongside the HR department on WorkSafe BC Claims, LTD, Leave of Absence and Return to Work Programs.
Conduct Site Visits
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- Monitor safety compliance of workers and subcontractors
- Proactively identify hazards and implement corrective measures in cooperation with the Health & Safety Manager
- Arrange and conduct safety meetings on site
- Conduct Incidents/Investigations
- Participate in JOHS meetings, incident investigations and project kickoffs to take meeting minutes.
- Conduct hazard assessments, incident investigations and risk assessments
- Ensure all accidents, incidents, and injuries are properly reported to all appropriate parties and data are properly tracked for metrics
- Conduct and document site inspections and site hazard audits
- Implement Discipline
- Monitor, recommend and implement corrective action suggestions resulting from inspections, investigations, site visits, and safety committee reports
- Identifying and documenting unsafe acts or conditions that require immediate correction and communicating them to the parties involved
- Certificate of Recognition (COR)
- Ensure requirements for COR certification are being met
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- Assist in the development and enhancement of Job Hazard Analysis and Safe Work Practice documents based on existing materials
- Review, on a continuous basis, the performance of the safety program and make recommendations on changes and improvements, should they be required
Remain current on all Worksafe BC and OH&S legislation
- Acquire competence and understanding in executing the organization’s Safety program
- Understand all business unit safety programs, company codes of business conduct, site-specific procedures and management systems
- Administer first-aid as necessary
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills & Requirements
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team-based atmosphere
- Excellent organization
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Able to multi-task and prioritize
- Detail-orientated
- Pro-active
- Dependable
- Physically fit
- Must be able to commit to full-time employment
- Capable of working under pressure
- Legally entitled to work in Canada
- Computer proficient
Education and Experience
Certified Construction Safety Officer (CSO) designation
Knowledge and understanding of BCCSA COR is required- A minimum of 3+ years of high-rise experience as a CSO is required, preferably in multi-residential high rise
- Gold Seal certification is considered a strong asset
- Solid knowledge of BC WorkSafe regulations, policies, guidelines, and standards
- Ability to provide a proactive approach to safety
- A strong team player attitude with the ability to effectively adjust to changing priorities and demands
- Must have and maintain a valid driver's license with clean abstract
- Occupational First Aid Level 1 is a must
- Must own PPE
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) an asset
Who are you?
- You value teamwork and consider yourself a true team player.
- You represent yourself and your work with passion and pride.
- You strive to do the right thing, always.
- You want a challenging yet rewarding position.
Compensation: DOE + 5% RRSP + Vehicle Allowance + Gas Card + Full Benefits (100% Company-Paid) + Life Insurance + LTD + AD&D.
Application: Submit your resume + Desired Wage.
To know more about us, please visit our website https://www.pittmeadows.net/
Check us out on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/pitt-meadows-plumbing/
See our employee reviews on Indeed https://ca.indeed.com/cmp/Pitt-Meadows-Plumbing-&-Mechanical-Systems/reviews
Applications will not be accepted at our office or on the job site – online applications only.
We thank all candidates for applying; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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