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Reporting to the HSE Manager, and accountable to the Project Manager and Project Superintendent, the HSE Advisor is responsible for providing support to the Project Management Team on the actions necessary to maintain compliance with legislation, the Clark Builders HSEMS and/or client rules and requirements. This position is based in the Okanagan region and follows a Monday to Friday schedule, with a 7:00 AM site start time.
Salary Range: $70,000-$100,000 Annually
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Have a working knowledge of Clark Builders’ Health Safety & Environment Management System (HSEMS) as well as WorkSafe BC legislation.
- Advise and collaborate with the Project Management Team and Trade Partners
- Provide information and help implement applicable Occupational Health and Safety, and Environmental Legislation and Regulations to all stakeholders
- Verify that site supervisors have adequately prepared their employees to act appropriately in emergency response situations
- Verify the project is following the Project Specific HSE Plan through auditing and observation
- Assist project personnel in conducting field level Pre-Task Plans (PTP) when required
- Conduct PTP reviews for accuracy and relevance to the work being performed
- Complete HSE training and orientations for project personnel
- In conjunction with the Project Superintendent, accompanying local WorkSafe/Occupational Health and Safety representative(s) during workplace inspections and verify corrective measures necessary to comply with legislation are taken
- Monitor Trade Partner safety performance and verify correction and redirection as needed
- Perform audits and additional inspections as directed by Project Management
- Assist in preparing trending reports for leading and lagging indicators, utilizing Procore reports to identify and address deficiencies
- Prepare monthly HSE performance statistics and circulate to Project Management and as otherwise directed
- Provide support and recommendations with the incident investigation process
- Assist with the implementation, communication and review of the Project Specific Emergency Response Plan
- Assist with permitting requirements as defined by the client and Clark Builders’ Health Safety & Environment Management System
- Maintain HSEMS documentation (Inspections, Hazard Assessments, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Toolbox and HSE Meetings, etc.)
- Maintain positive and professional working relationships while interacting and communicating with all levels of management, clients, consultants and visitors to promote safety
- Collaborate with the Injury Management Coordinator on the management of occupational injuries, illnesses, and Modified Work Plans
- Performs other related duties as assigned by Management
Skills & Knowledge:
- Must have commercial construction industry field experience
- Must be a leader of safety excellence, resourceful, organized and understand the principles of Health and Safety Management
- Ability to confidently speak to groups regarding safety at orientations and large meetings
- Strong attention to detail, effective communication skills; confident interacting with key contacts in verbal, written and electronic form
- Must display a high level of autonomy in order to prioritize work tasks and deliver results
- Possesses strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence and effectively communicate with others
- Demonstrated willingness to contribute actively to team activities, sharing experiences and ideas
- Ability to manage multiple assignments with tight timelines and work in a team environment
- Positive attitude, strong client focus and results driven
- Excellent organizational skills that demonstrate the ability to resolve conflicting priorities
- Ability to identify problems/issues, generate solutions, resolve conflict, and make sound decisions
- Must have a good understanding of workplace health principles, industry best practices and standards, Injury Claims Management, Environmental and Provincial Occupational Health and Safety Legislation
- Must have the ability to maintain confidential information
- Previous construction experience and knowledge of construction processes is required
- Must have a valid drivers’ license
Qualifications & Experience:
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in field HSE and/or construction positions
- Professional designation required such as (CRSP, CSP, ASP, CSO, etc.)
- First aid Level 2 / Emergency Medical Responder is preferred
- Proficient/intermediate Microsoft Office Suite
- Exposure or understanding of principles of LEAN thinking and asset
- Experience with coaching teams in collaborative planning
- Experience with continuous improvement
Ready to build your career with us? Apply now and join a team that’s making a real impact.
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