Build your Career at Cooper Equipment Rentals

We are looking for customer-oriented, motivated individuals to join our professional team.

Please note, to be considered for this position applicants should currently be residing in Canada and legally entitled to work. Why Work with Us? Perks!

• Competitive salary + bonus
• Company vehicle + fuel card
• Excellent benefit package with premiums paid by the company
• Uniform, safety boots/shoes, safety gear provided
• RRSP Match
• Safety-minded organization
• Stable, year-round employment
• Continuous training, learning and development opportunities
• Fun-loving work environment with strong social responsibility

What You'll Be Doing Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date health, environment, and safety compliance records and documentation.
• Act as the primary point of contact for EHS inquiries within your region.
• Write, revise, proofread, and maintain company health and safety policies and procedures.
• Enter incident and accident data, track follow-ups, and support investigations and root cause analysis.
• Lead or support incident investigations and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Maintain, update, and audit safety training records to ensure compliance.
• Assist with the preparation of safety documentation and onboarding materials for new team members.
• Manage documentation related to Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG), including updates and manifests.
• Support and promote safety initiatives that encourage a proactive and engaged safety culture.
• Coordinate and participate in Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC) meetings and ensure committee effectiveness.
• Assist with branch safety audits, identify deficiencies, and track corrective actions.
• Support Workers’ Compensation claims management and assist in coordinating return-to-work programs.
• Assist with the COR audit process within the region.
• Stay current on evolving health, safety, and environmental legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct inspections of fall protection equipment.

Qualifications And Requirements What You'll Bring to the Team

• Minimum 3 years of health and safety experience, ideally within construction, industrial, or related environments.
• Bilingualism (French / English) is an asset.
• Post-secondary diploma in Environment, Health & Safety Management or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Valid Class G driver’s license required, with a clean or satisfactory driver’s abstract (no more than 3 demerit points). You’ll be required to provide a copy of your updated driver’s abstract upon request.
• Strong knowledge of construction-related safety regulations and industry best practices.
• Experience supporting or participating in COR programs; COR Internal Auditor certification is considered an asset.
• Experience with provincial workers’ compensation reporting and claims management.
• Professional designation such as CRSP or NCSO is an asset.
• Train-the-Trainer certification is considered an asset (or willingness to obtain).
• Demonstrated ability to conduct hazard identification, risk assessments, and safety audits.
• Knowledge of safety considerations related to trenching, pump and power equipment, climate control systems, and/or propane/LPG is an asset
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly between Ottawa branches, with occasional travel to Montreal and Quebec locations (1–2 times per month).
• Willingness to complete harness inspection training.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to exercise discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive or confidential information.
• A team-oriented mindset, positive attitude, and strong active listening skills, as well as the ability to work effectively independently.
• A genuine passion for safety and for building a culture where safety is embedded in everyday operations.
• Ability to adapt in fast-paced environments, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines while maintaining high standards.

Want to learn more about this as well as other opportunities at Cooper? Visit our Careers page to view Day in the Life videos cooperequipment.ca/careers.

We passionately believe that our inclusive and diverse team is key to the success of our business. We are dedicated to building an environment where everyone has an equitable opportunity to thrive, and where diversity, equity and inclusion is celebrated and embraced. We strive to hire diverse talent and to ensure that everyone feels safe, respected, and valued during the hiring process and throughout their journey with us. To continue the conversation, or if you require accommodations, reach out to our team at careers@cooperequipment.ca.

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