Health and Safety Coordinator

Job summary

The Health and Safety Coordinator will lead safety initiatives, provide coaching to staff, and ensure effective implementation of the OHS program. They are responsible for conducting incident investigations, performing field audits, and coordinating safety training and emergency response plans.

Job details

Wright Canada Holdings, Ltd. The Position: Health and Safety Coordinator Type: Full-time Reports To: Health and Safety Manager About Us: Wright Canada Holdings is a prominent leader in several environmental services industries, representing our family of companies across Canada and is comprised of Spectrum Resource Group, Wright Tree Service of Canada, ArborCare® and CNUC of Canada. Why Wright Canada Holdings: Pay rate of $59,000 to $70,000 annually. Full benefits package. Overtime, statutory holiday, and vacation pay. Paid travel time, per diem and accommodations when away from home. Employee ownership plan. All equipment and tools supplied. Key Responsibilities: Lead by example in promoting a safe work environment by consistently adhering to and reinforcing the company’s safety policies, procedures, and guidelines. Provide daily support, guidance, and coaching to employees and supervisors to ensure a consistent and effective implementation of the Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) program. Offer expert advice and assistance to Operations and Support Services teams to support the successful execution and maintenance of a robust OHS program. Deliver employee safety orientations, coordinate emergency response training, and organize both internal and external training sessions for operational staff. Support the development and maintenance of Site Preparedness and Emergency Response Plans and related procedures. Participate in the review of workplace incidents and accidents, and coordinate investigations to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions. Assist in conducting joint field audits, providing recommendations to Operations and Support Services management for continuous improvement. Support managers in identifying training needs and conducting gap analyses across all contracts to ensure workforce competency. Coordinate and conduct internal audits required for maintaining SAFE and COR certifications. Perform regular field visits throughout the year, with an expectation of increased site presence during peak operational periods. Some travel and overnight stays may be required. Oversee and facilitate safety onboarding processes for subcontractors, ensuring alignment with company safety standards. Other duties as required. Knowledge and Skills Expectations: 3-5 years of relevant experience in a similar role or industry. Strong understanding of applicable safety legislation and regulations in British Columbia and Alberta. Formal training in incident investigation and root cause analysis. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. NCSO (National Construction Safety Officer) certification is preferred. Experience with return-to-work and disability management programs considered an asset. Class 5 drivers license and abstract with less than 6 demerits. Successful applicant must pass pre-employment drug screening. A safety conscious attitude. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Punctuality, dependability, and accountability in the field. Join Our Team: An employee-owned company formed in 2017, Wright Canada Holdings is a prominent leader in several environmental services industries, representing our family of companies across Canada and is comprised of Spectrum Resource Group, Wright Tree Service of Canada, ArborCare® and CNUC of Canada. Our operations and clientele stretch across the nation. Together, we provide integrated vegetation management, consulting and operations, and other outdoor services. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified candidates are considered, and decisions are merit-based. We invite applicants of all racial and ethnic backgrounds, ancestry, religious beliefs, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, age, family/marital status, and physical and mental disabilities. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Posting will remain open until the role is filled.

What you’ll do

The Health and Safety Coordinator will lead safety initiatives, provide coaching to staff, and ensure effective implementation of the OHS program. They are responsible for conducting incident investigations, performing field audits, and coordinating safety training and emergency response plans.

Requirements

Candidates must have 3-5 years of relevant experience and a strong understanding of safety legislation in British Columbia and Alberta. A Class 5 driver's license and the ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening are required, with NCSO certification preferred.

Benefits

• Full benefits package • Overtime pay • Statutory holiday pay • Vacation pay • Paid travel time • Per diem • Accommodations • Employee ownership plan

Listed skills

• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Risk Management · Preferred
• Root Cause Analysis · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Occupational Health & Safety
• Incident investigation
• Root cause analysis
• Safety orientation
• Emergency response planning
• Field auditing
• Gap analysis
• Safety legislation
• Disability management
• Communication skills
• NCSO certification
• Risk management
• Safety compliance
• Training coordination
• Subcontractor management
• Emergency Response
• Emergency Response Planning
• Support Services
• Accountability
• Valid Driver's License
• Asset Allocation
• Auditing
• Construction
• Management Consulting
• Management
• Communication
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Disability Management
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Operations
• Preparedness
• Safety Standards
• Punctuality
• Coaching
• Subcontracting
• Investigation
• Root Cause Analysis

Job areas

• Security & Safety
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Construction
• Consulting
• Management & Leadership
• Health and Safety Coordinator
• Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Coordinator
• Environmental and Occupational Health and Hygiene Professionals
• Occupational Health and Safety Technicians