Health And Safety Coordinator

THE COMPANY:

Paragon is a leading environmental consulting company specializing in soils and vegetation as they relate to natural resource and infrastructure development and reclamation. Our team has the good fortune to work on many of the largest and most dynamic industrial projects in the country. Our reputation with clients is built through using applied science, decades of experience, and consistently sound judgment to help their projects be successful. We recognize the collective strengths of our team and are committed to providing high-quality service, while providing a safe and rewarding work environment. Paragon offers our team members an engaging and professional workplace that fosters creativity and diversity.We invest in our team by offering competitive salaries and benefits, interesting projects, and numerous professional development opportunities.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Paragon Soil is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Health & Safety Coordinator on a 12-18 month contract (maternity leave). This role will be pivotal in maintaining and enhancing the safety culture of our organization. Reporting directly to senior managers, the Health & Safety Coordinator will oversee the planning, implementation, and ongoing management of our Safety Management System.

If you have a strong background in Health and Safety, administrative skills, and the ability to interact with various stakeholders, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the return-to-work program as required.
• Conduct training sessions, new hire orientations, and regular office inspections.
• Educate supervisors and workers on their HSE responsibilities.
• Act as an information conduit to deliver safety information to staff and clients.
• Support the planning, implementation, and operation of Paragon Soil's Safety Management System.
• Maintain confidentiality as per company policies and PIPEDA (2000).
• Maintain client safety tracking websites (ISNetworld, Complyworks, CanQual, Avetta).
• Ensure compliance with client safety programs.
• Assist in the continuous improvement of hazard identification and safety risk assessment.
• Coordinate internal or external COR audits.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong computer skills, particularly in Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Ability to communicate technical and regulatory information effectively.
• Accreditation, or ability to attain accreditation for First Aid, OSSA, CSTS, PCST, WHMIS.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with Health, Safety & Environment Management Systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in industrial construction, pipeline, piling, and/or mining industries.
• Accreditation as an OH&S professional (i.e. CRSP) is an asset, but is not required.
• Knowledge of OH&S Legislation, Laws & Regulations is a plus.

BENEFITS

• Company paid extended health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible work arrangement (hybrid).
• Professional development opportunities.

Please submit your application to [email protected], including your resume and a cover letter that outlines why you would be a great fit for the Paragon team. Paragon Soil is an equal opportunity employer; we encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, gender, age, religion, or disability. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.