Health And Safety Coordinator, Toronto

Who we are?

The Primary Construction Team consists of ACCIONA Infrastructure Canada Inc. (ACCIONA) and Amico Major Projects Inc. (Amico), as Trillium Guideway Partners (TGP).

What is the project?

The Ontario Line ("OL") is a fully integrated, stand-alone, rapid transit system that connects Ontario Science Centre to the Exhibition and Ontario Place grounds. The Northern Civil, Stations and Tunnel ("NC") project consists of approximately 7 kms of underground subway and elevated guideway, with stations along the segment providing connections to surface bus and streetcar routes. The NC project has been divided into two main progressive design-build contracts: (1) the Elevated Guideways and Stations Contract ("EGS") and the Pape Tunnel and Underground Station Contract ("PTUS"), with supporting Early Works.

What is the Opportunity?

The Health & Safety Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of health and safety on-site, ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety regulations, and promoting a culture of safety within the organization. You will work closely with managers, supervisors, and employees to monitor and maintain workplace safety standards, assist in risk management, and ensure the health and safety of all personnel across various departments.

Health and Safety Program Implementation:

Assist in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of health and

safety programs, policies, and procedures.

Ensure all safety practices and protocols are consistent with company policy, industry

standards, and local regulations.

Support the implementation of occupational health and safety risk assessments and

controls in alignment with legal and industry requirements.

Training and Education:

Coordinate and deliver safety training programs to employees across all levels to ensure

awareness of safe work practices, proper use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment),

and emergency procedures.

Regularly assess the training needs of employees and provide guidance and support for

on-the-job training.

Promote safety awareness and best practices throughout the company and foster a

safety-first culture.

Compliance and Regulatory Oversight:

Monitor and ensure that workplace health and safety practices comply with all relevant

laws and regulations (e.g., OSHA, local, state, and federal safety regulations).

Maintain a current understanding of industry safety trends and new regulations to ensure

the organization remains compliant.

Assist in preparing for and facilitating external audits or inspections from regulatory

bodies.

Incident and Accident Reporting:

Investigate workplace accidents, injuries, or safety concerns, conducting thorough root

cause analysis and documenting findings.

Develop corrective and preventive action plans to address incidents, prevent recurrence,

and ensure ongoing safety.

Ensure proper documentation and reporting of workplace incidents as required by law,

including tracking of injury and accident statistics.

Risk Assessment and Hazard Management:

Conduct regular risk assessments and audits of workplace environments to identify

hazards and risks that could affect the health and safety of employees.

Work with department managers to implement and monitor the effectiveness of risk

controls, safety measures, and mitigation strategies.

Assist in the identification, evaluation, and management of workplace hazards (physical,

chemical, ergonomic, etc.)

Emergency Preparedness and Response:

Assist in the development and execution of emergency response plans, ensuring

employees are trained in emergency procedures and equipped to handle workplace

emergencies.

Coordinate emergency drills, including fire drills and evacuation procedures, to ensure

preparedness for any emergencies.

Act as a key point of contact for safety-related emergencies and respond appropriately

to incidents when they occur.

Safety Monitoring and Reporting:

Regularly monitor and report on the overall safety performance of the organization,

identifying trends and areas for improvement.

Create and maintain reports on safety metrics, including accident reports, training

completion, safety audits, and compliance checks.

Provide regular updates to management and leadership regarding safety performance,

safety initiatives, and recommendations for improvement.

Collaboration and Communication:

Work closely with management, HR, and supervisors to address any health and safety

concerns and ensure safety measures are implemented consistently across all areas.

Communicate with external safety organizations and agencies to stay updated on new

regulations and best practices.

Act as a safety advocate and a liaison between employees and management to promote

a positive and proactive safety culture.

Work Conditions:

40% Office – 60% Field. Rotation to different projects sites.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Demonstrated capacity to work both autonomously and within a team environment.

• Ability to effectively communicate with different stakeholders, including internal staff,

contractors and regulatory bodies.

• University degree in engineering

• NCSO designation (working towards)

• 3 - 5 years Construction/Mayor Infrastructure

• Strong knowledge of Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Acts and Regulations.

• Ability to develop safety documentation and reports and maintain accurate records

of safety activities.

• Experience in safety management, with the ability to implement safety protocols and

practices effectively.

• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to analyze

incidents and identify root causes.

• Ability to develop safety documentation and reports and maintain accurate records

of safety activities.

• Knowledge of risk assessment techniques and the ability to identify and mitigate

workplace hazards.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and safety management software tools.