Safety Advisor – Calgary

Position: Safety Advisor 

Location: Calgary, Alberta (in-office) 
Posting Date: July 2024

Scott Builders is seeking a dedicated and experienced Safety Advisor to join our team. The Safety Advisor is responsible for implementing our health, safety, and environmental practices while ensuring continuous focus on employee training, orientations, and overall safe work practices. This role demands strong relationship-building skills, integrity, accountability, effective communication, and collaboration.

ABOUT US:

Scott Builders Inc. specializes in total construction services, offering a single point of contact for every phase of a project. Established in 1971, Scott Builders is a leading design/build commercial contractor which allows us to be creative and create great workplaces for our clients. Check out our website www.scottbuilders.com to see some of the amazing projects we have been fortunate to build and bring to life for our clients.

JOB SUMMARY:
The Safety Advisor provides consistent leadership, guidance, and mentoring, fostering a culture where safety is viewed as a resource and an asset to operations. Additionally, this position supports branch operations on health, safety, and environmental matters and coordinates the branch health and safety program for employees, contractors, and subcontractors.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Work with branch management to ensure directives and guidance are communicated and implemented
• Ensure corporate policies and procedures are adhered to at all times
• Coordinate the training and orienting of new employees in order that all persons understand and are committed to company standards
• Participate in safety committee meetings
• Ensure compliance with OH&S regulations and guidelines
• Monitor industry trends and ensure company practices are current, accurate and representative of the industry
• Provide coaching and assistance to operational staff on safety processes and procedures
• Develop programs that reduce incidents/accidents
• Conduct and participate in internal and external safety audits, safety inspections at branch locations and work sites
• Reports all incidents, near misses, and accident investigations to the general manager and conduct incident investigations
• Record safety violations and make recommendations for corrections and follow up
• Compile safety statistics for the branch
• Prepare and provide daily, weekly, and monthly planning and activity reports
• Liaises with external parties on matters concerning OH&S and/or EH&S
JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Post-Secondary Degree/Diploma in Construction Management or related discipline (equivalent of education and experience may be considered)
• 3+ years of safety construction experience
• Current NCSO certification
• A solid understanding of construction and safety practices
• Proven ability to mentor and train
• Advanced knowledge of local and provincial regulations and legislation as it pertains to construction and safety
• Ability to communicate effectively with various individuals/stakeholders (written and verbal) and influence others to follow safety policies, processes and regulations
• Strong organizational skills utilizing time management techniques to meet commitments
• Ability to adapt and respond to changing needs and effectively troubleshoot and resolve problems/issues as they arise
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build rapport and strong relationships, committed to providing a high level of customer service
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Procore
• Ability to multitask and work effectively
• Travel to sites will be required which may include overnight stays due to distance
• Flexibility in working periods of overtime
• Must be eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship

Scott Builders Inc. is an employee owned, leading Design-Build Construction Management firm based in Alberta, with projects throughout Western Canada.

Our success has been driven by our people! We provide a collaborative work environment, opportunities for development and growth, as well as comprehensive compensation package including a competitive salary, benefit and savings plan, and the opportunity to be an owner!

If you would like to join our team, send your resume in confidence to:  HR@Scottbuilders.com   We thank everyone for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

 

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