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Health and Safety Coordinator

Belfor25 days ago
Saint-Laurent, QC
Mid Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Competitive compensation package
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
Paid vacation

About the role

At BELFOR, we restore more than buildings—we restore peace of mind.

About BELFOR

BELFOR is a global leader in property restoration, helping families and businesses recover from fire, water, storm, and other disaster-related damage. With over 70 years of experience, we’re dedicated to restoring properties and rebuilding lives. Join a team that values excellence, teamwork, and your professional growth in a fast-paced, rewarding industry.

Position Overview

The Health and Safety Coordinator plays a vital role in the development, execution, and sustainability of BELFOR’s occupational health and safety programs.

With a hands-on approach, you will lead initiatives to reduce risks, investigate incidents, support return-to-work processes, and foster a proactive safety-first culture. You’ll support safe operations at project sites and within our teams every day. Acting as a trusted resource to managers, supervisors, and employees, this role delivers practical solutions to ensure compliance with corporate policies, legal regulations, and industry best practices.

What You’ll Do:

  • Maintain and manage employee safety training records and safety data systems
  • Plan and support safety protocols for new project start-ups, including site safety plans and worksite audits
  • Develop and enforce safe work practices in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) legislation
  • Ensure compliance with company-wide safety policies for employees, subcontractors, and clients
  • Manage WCB claims, return-to-work plans, and injury documentation
  • Act as the lead safety liaison for project teams, conducting regular inspections and safety audits
  • Promote accident prevention through health and safety initiatives, trend analysis, and recommendations
  • Prepare and distribute safety reports, hazard assessments, toolbox talks, and related documentation
  • Lead or support incident investigations and ensure implementation of corrective actions
  • Collaborate with Health and Safety Committee members to ensure compliance and certification standards
  • Assist with onboarding new hires through health and safety orientations, PPE setup, WHMIS/asbestos training, and respirator fit testing
  • Develop and implement a Quebec Health & Safety program that aligns with and mirrors the National Health & Safety Program, ensuring consistency and compliance across all provinces.
  • Monitor legislation and industry standards by attending ongoing training, conferences, and updates
  • Operate in accordance with BELFOR’s policies and procedures for a safe work environment
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Health and Safety

What You Bring:

  • Post-secondary education or certification in Occupational Health and Safety or related field
  • Self-Starter with the ability to work amongst a remote Health & Safety team
  • Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations, standards, and compliance requirements
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to engage diverse teams in safety practices
  • Ability to conduct inspections, analyze safety data, and lead safety investigations
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and safety data management systems
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between job sites as needed
  • Familiarity with COR auditing procedures and WCB claims management
  • Experience in construction, restoration, or insurance industry environments is an asset

Working Conditions

  • Due to the nature of our business, this position will work normal business hours but may be required to work in the evenings or outside normal working hours
  • Manual dexterity for keyboarding, repetitive tasks, and prolonged periods of computer use, demanding attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
  • Periodic travel required approx. 20-30% per month

What We Offer:

  • Competitive compensation package;
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits;
  • Company phone and laptop provided;
  • Paid vacation and RRSP matching program;
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP); and
  • Leadership development and industry-specific training and support.

Human Rights Statement:

BELFOR (Canada) Inc. is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer. While we appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their submissions

About Belfor

Construction
5001-10,000

BELFOR Property Restoration is the North American leader in integrated disaster recovery and property restoration services. With more than 100 full-service offices in the U.S., we are geographically positioned to respond to almost any disaster – large or small - coast to coast. A proven track record of superior response and unmatched resources has made BELFOR the contractor of choice for damages caused by fire, water, wind or other catastrophes.

BELFOR USA Group is a privately-owned subsidiary of BELFOR Holdings Inc. and operates under the brand name of BELFOR Property Restoration.

Disasters Never Clock Out. Neither Do We. BELFOR people get out of bed at 2:00 a.m. to perform an emergency board-up. BELFOR people often cancel personal plans at the last-minute to service a client. BELFOR people have sacrificed holidays to provide exceptional customer service. These situations happen every single day ... and every single day our people knock it out of the park.

The feeling that we're Restoring More Than Property is one of the best and most fulfilling things that we do.