Health & Safety Advisor

9660 Enterprise Way SE Calgary, AB T3S 0A1

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Standard General Calgary is a growing, dynamic contractor in land development and road construction in the greater Calgary area. Through our affiliation with the Colas Group of Companies, we are part of an organization that is a world leader in road construction. You’ll be able to take advantage of professional development and growth opportunities while working on exciting, leading-edge projects. Standard General is dedicated to making a lasting impression through our work, our people and our relationships.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Safety Manager, the Safety Advisor supports Standard General Calgary’s safety culture and acts as a resource for safety related matters. Conducting workplace investigations and inspections while ensuring company safety policies and procedures are understood and followed are key to the role. 

Main Responsibilities

• Act as an information resource, conduct new employee orientations and assist with the communication of safety related initiatives to the employees of Standard General Calgary, a Division of Colas Western Canada Inc. (“SGC”)
• On occasion, deliver internal training to employees. 
• Promote, execute, and adhere to the SGC safety program, lead by example and encourage all employees, sub-contractors, and consultants to advance the SGC safety culture. 
• Leading accident/incident investigation reports including acting as the first response to investigate incidents in the worksite. Determine root cause and assist in the development of timely and relevant corrective actions. 
• Support employees on how to perform their tasks in a safe manner.
• Regularly conduct worksite inspections and audits to ensure employee and sub-contractor compliance with SGC policies, procedures, and the Alberta OH&S Legislation. 
• Educate all employees on the company’s Drug and Alcohol policy, Post Incident testing, Fit-for-duty requirements, and employee assistance program
• Track and maintain employee safety training records and assist the Safety Manager in creating yearly training budgets as well as schedule training as necessary. 
• Ensure all employees have access to applicable SDS documentation. 
• In conjunction with Work Comp Tech Ltd and the Safety Manager, assist in maintaining the SGCs Modified Work Program and managing WCB claims. 
• Organize and maintain safety documentation to ensure it is up to date. 
• Track monthly inspections by all supervisory levels to ensure compliance with company stated frequencies. 
• Promote a team approach throughout the organization and maintain dialogue with all employees to exchange information and gather ideas. 
• Collaborate with any project teams on other special initiatives, as required. 
• Other Safety related duties as required. 

Reporting Responsibilities

Daily Hazard Assessment:
• Reviewed and signed onto prior to walking each individual site.

Daily Worksite Safety Inspection:
• Filled out on Enablon while on site. 

Incident Investigations filled out and closed in a timely manner.
• Filled out in Enablon software.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Certifications
• Grade 12 or GED.
• Must have NCSO Certification (including COR Auditor status in good standing), or be working towards it. Must be completed within the first year of employment.
• Class 5 Drivers License in good standing. 
• Standard First Aid. 
• Ground Disturbance Level 2 is considered an asset.
• Confined Space entry and rescue is considered an asset.
• TDG Train-the-Trainer is considered an asset. 
• WHMIS Train-the-Trainer is considered an asset. 
• Flagger Train-the-Trainer is considered an asset. 
• An OHS Certificate from a post-secondary institution or willingness to obtain is considered an asset. 

Work Experience
• Minimum 5 years in heavy civil construction with proven safety track record and demonstrated understanding of safety.
• Experience with excavating and trenching, confined space and fall protection procedures is considered an asset.

Technical Skills
• Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety Legislation, Workers Compensation Board ("WCB") and Provincial/Federal job and industry specific legislation. 
• Exposure to handling WCB claims.
• Experienced in conducting investigations using the 5 Whys, SCAT and TapRooT root cause analysis.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills in Excel, Work, Project, Outlook. 
• Prior use of Enablon is an asset.
• Knowledge of NSC Legislation is an asset. 

Soft Skills
• Demonstrated proficiency in English for effective written and verbal communication. Fluency in Spanish and Arabic is considered an asset.
• Strong morals, ethics, and a commitment to privacy. 
• Comfortable speaking to or instructing groups of people. 
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills. 
• Ability to deliver well-written reports summarizing events and curiosity to get to the root cause of matters. 
• Strong work ethic and sense of responsibility.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills. 
• Organized self-starter, attentive to detail and able to work independently. 
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks, likely with competing priorities. 
• Approachable, positive demeanor with a hands-on and team-oriented work style. 

Working Conditions

• Must be available to work Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm and be on-call in the evenings and on weekends.
• A portion of work is performed in an indoor setting which may include standing, walking, and sitting. Sitting for extended periods of time is required. 
• A portion of work is performed in an outdoor setting, which could include inclement weather.
• A portion of the work requires driving to various job sites, which may include sitting for extended periods of time, maintaining unhindered focus on the road, and driving all types of conditions and weather. Must comply with all driving laws and company vehicle use policies.
• Must be physically able to walk over rough terrain for extended periods of time. 
• Must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry up to 50 LBS on a regular basis.
• Use of Personal Protection Equipment is required. 
• Use of sunscreen, long sleeves, and appropriate headgear when working outdoors. 

Disclaimer

This is a safety sensitive position and must comply with the company’s drug and alcohol testing requirements. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Standard General Calgary offers exciting growth opportunities, excellent wages and benefits, and the opportunity to become part of a strong team and leader in the construction industry.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.