Health And Safety Coordinator

Pioneer Construction is a Northern Ontario-based civil construction company with a history dating back to 1938. Founded in Sudbury, we have grown into a trusted leader in road building, heavy civil construction, municipal infrastructure, and mining support services across the region. With a strong commitment to safety, quality, and community development, we take pride in building and maintaining the infrastructure that connects and supports Northern Ontario.

The Opportunity

Pioneer Construction Inc. is seeking hardworking and safety-focused individual to join our team as a Health & Safety Coordinator based at our Dubreuilville, Ontario operations.

The Health and Safety Coordinator will assist with the development, maintenance, and review of a comprehensive occupational health and safety program. They will also ensure awareness of and compliance with company standards, requirements, policies and procedures to minimize risks and improve health and safety performance.

Your Day-to-Day

• Conduct regular workplace/site inspection including the ability to monitor and recommend corrective action.
• Collaborate with Managers and Supervisors to monitor compliance and identify safety issues.
• Promote and maintain a strong culture of health and safety across the company through health and safety programs and initiatives.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of health and safety policies and procedures and ensure that they reflect best practices and current policies / regulations.
• Provide awareness to workers, supervisors, managers about regulatory requirements including company health and safety standards, and industry and mining regulations.
• Execute and/or coordinate internal inspections, internal audits, and investigations and initiate and realize corrective actions in case of deviations.
• Deliver safety orientation and training for all new and existing employees.
• Maintain records of all health and safety-related training.
• With the support of management when required, conduct hazard assessments and risk assessments on equipment and products.
• Complete inspection forms and ensure proper and accurate recording of health and safety documentation.
• Assist Human Resources department with workplace investigations.
• Attend Health and Safety and project site meetings and training sessions.
• Assist with the maintenance of SDS Information and perform follow-ups on jobsite inspection sheets.
• Make recommendations on personal protective equipment and oversee approved safety supplies list.
• Analyze the relevant lagging and leading indicators to take or recommend appropriate actions.
• Set and monitor yearly program targets (i.e., meeting attendance, minor incidents, etc.) and compile those statistics.
• Participate in various projects as they relate to the health and safety function of the company.
• Follow all company, client, and regulatory health and safety policies, procedures, and standards
• Wear and maintain required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times
• Adhere to established safety and emergency procedures and report hazards or incidents promptly
• Perform physically demanding work including lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, crouching, climbing, crawling, repetitive reaching, and extended periods of standing throughout the workday
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including inclement weather
• Work evenings, weekends, and extended hours as required to meet operational and project demands
• Perform other related duties as assigned

You Are a Good Fit If You Have

Required:

• Relevant post-secondary training in Occupational Health and Safety or a combination of education and experience that is determined to be equivalent is required.
• Possession of a valid G License required.
• Standard First Aid, CPR and AED Certification is required.
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork

Considered an Asset:

• Ability to operate heavy equipment
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Health and Safety professional is preferred.
• Surface Miner Common Core
• Professional Health and Safety designation such as Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP), Certified Health and Safety Consultant (CHSC), Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST). Certified National Construction Safety Officer (NSCO) or working towards designation
• Joint Health and Safety Certification
• Prior experience in the construction industry

Skills & Abilities:

• Experience in a related Health and Safety position within the construction, surface mining, and industrial industries.
• Knowledgeable and highly competent health and safety professional who is passionate about Health and Safety and enjoys interacting with people.
• Familiar with Workers’ Compensation Board regulations and policies and work collaboratively with HR to provide support.
• Excellent investigative skills to handle a range of incidents, accidents, and conflicts.
• Successfully passed comprehensive pre-employment third party testing requirements (drug and alcohol testing and a Criminal Background Check (CPIC) and any other requirements they impose on contractors).
• Good understanding of current legislation and regulations as it pertains to health and safety.
• Ability to provide detailed reports and collaborate on the development of safety procedures.
• Good understanding of data analysis and risk assessment.
• Proficiency with database applications and administrative systems, specifically Microsoft Office and Windows.
• Strong organizational skills and an ability to work alone, prioritize tasks and responsibilities accordingly.
• Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision
• Strong communication skills with supervisors, coworkers, and clients
• Ability to adapt to changing job requirements and schedules
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Professional attitude and strong work ethic

What We Offer

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $28 – $32/Hour
• Extended health, dental, and life insurance
• Company pension
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Company events
• Ongoing training and career development

Equity & Accessibility

At Pioneer Construction we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds, and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion, or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.

Pioneer Construction welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter to View email address on ca.talent.com. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work for us in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest; However, only those that are selected for interviews will be contacted.

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