Health, Safety & Environmental Coordinator

Health, Safety & Environmental Coordinator (HSE Coordinator)

Full-Time | Hamilton, ON (Site Travel Required)

Pay Range: $65,000-75,000

This is not a typical safety job.

If you’re early in your career and want to:

• Learn fast in real construction environments
• Be out in the field—not stuck behind a desk
• Work with people, not just policies
• Bring creativity into how safety is done

…this role is built for that.

Why Soletanche Bachy Canada – We Care

At Soletanche Bachy Canada, safety isn’t a rulebook—it’s how we care for each other.

We are building a culture where:

• People feel safe to speak up, ask questions, and learn
• Conversations focus on facts and energy—not blame or opinion
• We design work so people can succeed—not just comply

We call this “We Care.”It’s how we build trust—and prevent serious harm.

With over 120 years of experience in North America and part of the Soletanche Freyssinet global group, we combine local expertise with international capability. More importantly, we are creating an environment where people can grow, contribute, and make a real impact early in their careers.

What this job actually is

This is a hands-on, field-focused role where you’ll work directly with crews, supervisors, and project teams.

You will:

• Spend time on active construction sites
• Support hazard assessments, audits, and investigations
• Help teams identify risks and strengthen controls
• Contribute to training, communication, and safety systems

This role includes both field work and administrative responsibilities .

You’ll be expected to learn quickly, stay organized, and take initiative .

What your day-to-day will look like

In the field

• Walking job sites, observing work, and talking with crews
• Supporting hazard assessments (JHAs, energy-based risk reviews)
• Participating in inspections, audits, and safety tours
• Helping verify that critical controls are in place and working
• Assisting with incident reviews and gathering accurate information

Working with teams

• Supporting supervisors and project teams with safety planning
• Communicating with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies when required
• Helping ensure consistency in documentation and expectations across teams
• Contributing to a culture where people feel comfortable speaking up

Systems, reporting, and follow-up

• Tracking incidents, actions, and improvements in systems (e.g., Flex Manager)
• Following up on corrective actions from incidents and audits
• Supporting monthly reporting and trend tracking
• Assisting with safety program documentation and updates

Training & communication

• Helping develop and deliver toolbox talks, workshops, and safety materials
• Turning lessons learned into clear, practical takeaways
• Creating or supporting visual and engaging safety communications

Planning & project support

• Assisting with project-specific hazard assessments and safety plans
• Supporting pre-job planning, tender reviews, and contract requirements
• Contributing to emergency response planning

What success looks like in this role

• You build strong relationships with crews and supervisors
• You ask good questions and seek to understand how work really happens
• You follow through on actions and keep things organized
• You help teams see and manage risk more clearly
• You contribute ideas—not just checklists

WHO YOU ARE

We are intentionally hiring for mindset and potential , not just experience.

You are someone who is:

• Curious – you ask questions and want to understand how things really work
• Creative – you think differently and enjoy finding better ways to communicate and solve problems
• Outgoing – you’re comfortable talking to people in the field and building relationships
• Adaptable – you can navigate changing environments and priorities
• Resilient – you stay positive and keep learning, even when things are challenging
• Driven – you take initiative and want to grow quickly
• Innovative – you use tools (including AI) to improve how work gets done

Bonus if you’re interested in:

• Interest and abilities in design, media, or visual communication
• Creating content that people actually pay attention to
• Finding better ways to explain complex ideas

· Passion for improving how people learn and engage with safety

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, or related field
• Co-op, internship, or field exposure is an asset—but not required
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and learning new systems

What you should know before applying

• This role involves regular travel to construction sites
• You’ll be working in active, sometimes physically demanding environments
• Some administrative and reporting work is required alongside field responsibilities
• You will be expected to learn quickly and take ownership of your development

Our Commitment

We are committed to:

• A psychologically safe environment where you can learn and grow
• Fair and consistent accountability aligned with a Just Culture
• Supporting your development—not just evaluating performance

Important Note

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. As you grow in this role, you will be given opportunities to take on new responsibilities and challenges.

Equal Opportunity

Soletanche Bachy Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. If selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. Our team will work with you to ensure full participation.

* This posting is for an active vacancy we are currently hiring for.

*Please note: We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to assist with application screening and assessments. This technology is used as a support tool, and all hiring decisions are made by our hiring team.