Safety Specialist - Ganotec

Requisition ID: 167900

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Ganotec District

Department: Safety

Market: Industrial

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

At Ganotec, one of our guiding principles on every project and in every office is, “Nobody Gets Hurt” and we’re currently looking for a Safety Specialist who will support our safety programs and reinforce our commitment to safety on construction projects.

As a Safety Specialist, you will report to the District Safety Manager. You will assist in the application of the contract, client safety expectations, the Corporate Safety Manual, District Standards, and all laws governing the work. You will provide administrative and clerical safety support as needed. You will assist in problem-solving with operations and craft, assist with corrective measures, and provide resources to correct and maintain solutions.

District Overview

Ganotec is a full service, heavy industrial contractor serving the industrial sector across Canada. Ganotec typically self performs all major disciplines including, civil, structural steel erection, heavy mechanical equipment installation, process piping and electrical / instrumentation and controls.

We conduct our business through a variety of commercial contract styles including full turnkey, EPC, design build, T&M and conventional discipline packages. We have always been a strong proponent of “partnering”, working in collaboration with owners, major equipment suppliers and engineers at the early stages of the project development phase to allow for a more cost-effective execution strategy for the project.

Ganotec continues to position ourselves towards the future, constantly seeking growth opportunities yet never losing sight of what has made the company so successful.

Location

One of the many things that makes Kiewit and Ganotec's culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with first aid and maintain relationships with emergency medical services and clinics
• Plan, prioritize, and problem-solve with operations in the field every day based on leading indicator trends and upcoming work
• Assist with maintaining project files in compliance with OSHA/MSHA regulations and in compliance with our policies including accident/injury files
• Assist in the development, review, updating, and communication of the SSSP to everyone including subcontractors
• Review work plans, work packs, and detailed work plans prior to the start of work
• Assist and provide safety training on policies, procedures, OSHA/MSHA, NCCER, SIMS, orientation, and client specific requirements
• Assist with incident investigations, and implementation of effective solution
• Exercise Stop Work Responsibility to ensure adherence to company policies, regulations, work plans, work packs, and detailed work plans
• Complete a daily documented hazard inspection and assist operations, craft, and subcontractors with implementation of corrective actions
• Collaborate with the craft every day in the field to encourage buy-in of our safety program and to support craft ownership of the safety program
• Encourage, support, inspire, and advise staff and craft employees to execute the SSSP

Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction safety, current Federal and OSHA requirements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field of study is preferred
• Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies
• Strong work ethic - Willing to do what it takes to get the job done
• 2 to 5 years of experience
• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Certification as a Safety Professional or Emergency Medical Technician is preferred

Other common names for this role: Project Safety Coordinator, Onsite Safety Coordinator, Field Safety Coordinator, “Environmental, Health & Safety Coordinator”, EH&S Coordinator

Other Requirements:

• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
• Regular, reliable attendance
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.