Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Administrator

We are Chandos

Inclusion, collaboration, innovation and courage.

These values speak to our desire to create places where all people belong, listening and learning from one another in a way that sparks ideas and leads to positive changes in our industry and community.  They also demonstrate our commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture.  And, if they resonate with you too, we should talk!

We are 100 percent employee owned and proud to be the first and largest B Corp certified commercial builder in North America, meaning we put our values at the centre of everything we do. 

Continuous improvement is core to our success. Championing innovative and collaborative ways to build is just one example of that. Collaborative construction leads to more efficiency, cost savings, social value, and a much better working experience for everyone.

Every day, our teams are working to build places for people to live, work, learn, serve, and play. But above all, we’re building community. And, we’re looking for like-minded people to join us. Together, we can build a better world.

Job Description

At Chandos, safety is at the core of everything we do. We are seeking a proactive and knowledgeable  Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Administrator to champion our commitment to creating a safe, healthy, and compliant work environment on our construction projects. In this role, you will work closely with the site leadership to maintain accurate records, monitor safety performance, and ensure all workers meet regulatory and company requirements.

• Perform daily and weekly pre‑job safety audits across active work areas.
• Participate in Management Safety Walks
• Document findings, track corrective actions, and follow up with supervisors to ensure closure.
• Provide Orientations as required by the project
• Verify FLHAs, permits, and equipment inspections are completed and compliant.
• Maintain all safety records including FLHAs, toolbox talks, training certificates, incident reports, and inspection logs.
• Scanning and uploading of documentation.
• Prepare weekly and monthly safety summaries for Safety Manager
• Ensure documentation is organized, accessible, and inspection‑ready at all times within SharePoint and BIM.
• Act as an active member of the Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committee.
• Assist with meeting preparation, minutes, workplace inspections, and follow‑up actions.
• Support communication of JOHSC recommendations to site teams.
• Assist with implementing company safety programs, policies, and procedures.
• Support onboarding of new workers, ensuring training and certifications are verified.
• Help coordinate emergency response drills, safety campaigns, and regulatory updates.
• Attendance Expectations: On-site at CNL Chalk River Laboratories Monday to Friday. 

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years experience in construction safety administration or related field.
• Strong working knowledge of Ontario OHSA and Construction Projects Regulation 213/91.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, and digital safety platforms; experience with e‑Compliance, Sharepoint and BIM considered an asset.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage high volumes of documentation.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with field teams and supervisors.
• Experience supporting safety audits, incident investigations, or corrective‑action tracking.
• Familiarity with construction site operations, high‑risk work activities, and contractor coordination.
• Working at Heights, WHMIS, or other safety training certifications.
• Ability to work 10‑hour days as required by project schedule. 

Additional Information

Chandos is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture and this includes our recruitment and hiring process. 

We recognize that our differences are our greatest strengths. We uncover talent. We nurture talent. And then we give people the tools they need to use their talent to create a positive impact.

• We are 100% employee owned . Every person who works for Chandos can become an owner. There is only  one class  of units at Chandos, because we believe everyone should be  treated equal . We talk about being an  entrepreneurial-minded  organization and you can be sure we mean it!
• Competitive wages
• Well rounded employer paid benefits program  including health, dental, vision care and employee assistance program
• RRSP matching program  to aid and prepare employees for long-term financial security
• Educational assistance  for employees who wish to pursue job-performance enhancing education
• Recognition and annual salary reviews program
• Leadership conferences  that allow employees to connect and collaborate
• Regular company-wide engagement  opportunities

Chandos only accepts applications through our portal from individuals. All resumes and applications submitted by an agency or consulting firm will be disqualified from our recruitment process. 

Vacancy Status

We are actively recruiting for this position

AI Disclosure Statement:  Chandos is committed to transparent recruitment. As part of our recruitment process, Chandos may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen and assess applicants. AI may also be integrated or embedded in third-party recruitment platforms and software used by Chandos. AI tools may support the initial screening and assessment of applicants; however, all final hiring decisions at Chandos are made personally by our hiring team. 

Compensation Transparency

Expected Salary: $66,300 - $71,400

The base salary range for this role is listed above and may vary based on your experience.

This position also includes a competitive bonus program. Throughout the interview process, we’ll discuss your background to determine the best alignment for your experience level.