Health, Safety And Environment Administrator

Geotech Drilling Group of Companies is actively seeking a Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Administrator to join our team at our head office in Prince George, BC. Under the direction of the Health, Safety and Training Manager, the HSE Administrator will be responsible for providing support to the HST Manager, Project Managers, Supervisors and workers at all levels of the organization. Depending on experience level, this position will provide leadership and coordination of the day-to-day safety requirements of multiple projects along with maintaining and improving safety systems and culture across the Geotech Drilling Group of Companies.

This role is based in Prince George, BC, and depending on experience could involve travel to field locations to conduct safety inspections and evaluate compliance with the HSE Program.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the development, implementation and monitoring of corporate health and safety policies and procedures and recommend improvement opportunities to Sr. Management.
• Providing ongoing support to Project Managers, Supervisors, and workers in the implementation of Geotech's safety standards in alignment with regulations and client requirements.
• Assist in management of workplace injuries in line with existing policies and develop return to work plans with applicable parties.
• Participate in risk assessments, incident investigations and implementation of corrective actions.
• Maintain compliance in safety database systems such as ISNetworld, Complyworks, Avetta and Cognibox and maintain client specific prequalification requirements.
• Conduct and/or assist with site inspections at various locations, document and communicate findings and develop and ensure corrective action plans are addressed in a timely manner.
• Development of project-specific risk assessments and safety plans, including first aid assessments for projects in various industries, including mining, power generation and transmission, major infrastructure, mid-stream/ downstream oil and gas in multiple regulatory jurisdictions.
• Maintain electronic safety system in support of remote field staff. Work with vendor to ensure improvements are occurring as required.

The Ideal Candidate Will

Work in a highly collaborative manner with all management and staff across the Geotech Drilling Group of Companies. Focus on quality of work while maintaining excellent written and verbal communication skills is essential. A positive, solution minded focus will enhance the satisfaction gained by contributing to a growing group of companies.

Core Competencies

• Ability to multitask and prioritise competing interests and complex tasks
• Experience interfacing with Workers, Senior Managers, Supervisors and Clients
• Experience in injury management and return to work planning an asset
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and confidentiality concerning employee files
• Formal occupational health and safety training an asset but not a requirement. Can include CSO/ TSC or an OHS Certificate
• Be in possession of a Class 5 Licence or equivalent
• Ability to understand, communicate and ensure compliance with various regulatory bodies in multiple jurisdictions
• Minimum 2 years of health and safety administrative experience or equivalent working in drilling, logging or other industrial industries

Skills

• Computer skills, including the ability to operate spreadsheet and word processing programs
• High level of administrative acumen
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Effective written communications skills
• Stress management skills
• Effective verbal and listening communications skills
• Excellent communication abilities in English
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Decision making skills
• Very effective organizational skills

Personal Attributes

The HSE Administrator must maintain strict confidentiality in performing their duties. They must also demonstrate the following personal attributes:

• Demonstrate sound work ethics and
• Be punctual
• Be honest and trustworthy
• Be flexible
• Be respectful
• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity

Reports to: Health, Safety and Training Manager

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm. Flexibility and opportunities for overtime exist.

Salary: Commensurate with experience

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