Health & Safety Coordinator Jobs

46953 - Toronto - Rotation - 12 months - 24 months

Safety Comes First is a core value at Hydro One, and we remain committed to taking every reasonable precaution to ensure a respectful, safe and healthy working environment. Further to this commitment, we have adopted a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy to protect the health of our employees from the hazard of COVID-19. New employees will be required to declare their vaccination status to Hydro One. Employees who do not provide proof of vaccination status may not enter any 3rd party locations that require full vaccination (e.g. customer properties).

Hydro One is proud to be the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly 1.5 million customers. We have a long history in the industry with our roots dating back over 110 years to 1906. Since then, we have worked to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers and communities across Ontario. Today, we’re focused on providing exceptional customer service and ensuring we are building safe communities where we live, work and play.

It’s an exciting time to join the team at Hydro One!

• NOTE* Hydro One introduced a Hybrid Work Pilot Project in 2022 for most office-based roles. Employees work in-office/on-site two days a week and remotely from home for three days a week. Hydro One is adding refreshed workspaces and technology to support these changes. Join us as we ‘trial & learn’ a new modern way of working and be a key driver of future state!

In office but with intention – a time for team and trust building, collaboration, and socialization. Please reach out to us to learn more!

General Accountabilities

Reporting to the Manager Health and Safety field support, the incumbent Health & Safety Coordinator will gain experience and skill in the management of Health & Safety activities. The successful candidate will report into the Central Construction area.

Accountabilities During The Rotation Include

• Assist in the development, implementation and management of Health & Safety processes for the line of business.
• Assist in development of work procedures and methods to minimize hazards to all staff and the environment.
• Assist field staff in use of all appropriate work methods, knowledge of rules, policies, and application of multi-barrier principles in performing daily tasks.
• Carry out information programs for management and field staff to adequately measure, monitor and report on health & safety incidents.
• Assist in the development and recommend and coordinate the implementation of Corporate and line of business policies relating to health, safety and the environment.
• Assist in administering the health, safety and environment programs for the line of business.
• Provide health & safety consulting services to Station Construction regarding the aspects of individual responsibilities, setting objectives, programming, assessment and corrective action.
• Serve as a champion/advocate for specific Health, Safety & Environment initiatives by directing and promoting them within the line of business.
• Requires prolonged absence from home75% of time or more) to visit various field locations in the Central Station Construction Area.

Selection Criteria

Essential Competencies:

• Requires good communication and interpersonal skills to perform effectively as a consultant.
• Requires good interpersonal skills to work in a team atmosphere.
• Requires current construction field based experience.
• The required knowledge and experience is normally acquired through 6-8 years of station construction experience or a 4-year university education or equivalent
• Requires understanding of the application of safety policy and Government Acts and regulations pertinent to health & safety that pertains to Provincial Line’s business.
• Requires knowledge of health & safety management in order to assist in the development, coordination and implementation of the Health, Safety and Environmental Management Systems/Operational Plan, health & safety regulation, the administration of applicable health & safety programs.
• Requires an understanding of the internal information systems and programs. (example: HODS , EHSM, SharePoint…)
• Requires good organizational and time management skills.
• Requires knowledge of and experience in technical and report writing to prepare various reports, articles, and presentations.

At Hydro One we understand that the success and strength of our business rests with our people. When we develop their skills, we are investing in both their success and ours. To secure the best talent, we seek to create a workforce that reflects the diverse populations of the communities where we live and work and to create a culture based on safety, innovation and inclusiveness.

We are honoured to be recognized by Forbes in its list of Canada’s Best Employers for 2022.

Thank you for considering a career with Hydro One, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you are having difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email [email protected] . Hydro One will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process.

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Deadline: July 3rd, 2023

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