We are seeking a confident, motivated and decisive professional for the role of Team Lead, Health & Safety.

The Team Lead supports a culture of Safety by promoting awareness, prevention, and the principles of the Internal Responsibility System (IRS) across the organization. This role interprets all applicable Health & Safety legislation and provides guidance to ensure that all employees and on-site personnel meet their compliance & due diligence obligations.

Why Caivan?

Industry Leading Wages

Annual Paid Operations Shutdown (in addition to Paid Vacation Days)

Complimentary Daily Lunch Program

Onsite Training & Development Programs

Company-Paid Health & Dental Coverage

Coordinating Benefits

Life Insurance where applicable

Group Benefits & Perks (including Goodlife & Bell Mobile)

Use of ADP (HR Portal) – easily access your employee information, paystubs & schedule time off

Recognition Programs (contributions, milestones etc.)

Bi-Weekly Payments directly to your bank account

You will Bring

• 3-5 years of construction safety experience
• NSCO Certification
• Degree or Certificate in Health & Safety or similar
• Computer background including experience with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel
• Vehicle and valid driver’s license to travel between the office and job sites
• CPR/First Aid Certification

Exceptional Skills Required

• Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation in the construction industry
• Experience in executing a Health & Safety strategy and contributing to the ongoing development of this strategy
• Experience in conducting Health & Safety orientations and site safety audits
• Ability to influence others to follow Safety Rules and Regulations
• Strong problem solving, communication and presentation skills
• Clean safety record and the ability to work with a variety of individuals

Key Responsibilities

• Champion Caivan’s Health & Safety program through administrative oversight, documentation accuracy, and strong internal communication
• Maintain awareness of amendments to the Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHSA) and Regulations, make recommendations for their implementation and assessing any changes to the needs of the business
• Perform job site safety compliance inspections as needed, including hazard analysis, safe work procedures, written reports and recommendations
• Assist in gathering data to report weekly Health & Safety metrics
• Maintain SharePoint or other internal systems with up-to-date safety protocols and procedure documents
• Responsible for monitoring adherence to the company safety program by employees and subcontractors
• Regularly review near misses, conduct root cause analysis and make recommendations
• Maintain and communicate Safety Policies & Procedures to the factory and on site
• Assist in planning and organizing training programs/seminars for site and factory employees, regarding WHMIS, Fall Protection, Working at Heights, Competent Supervisor, New Employee Orientation, Personal Protection Equipment, CPR/First Aid, industry specific related issues, etc.
• Ensure the timely completion of accident/injury reporting to the Human Resources Department
• Lead Head Office Joint Health & Safety Committee meetings, take Meeting Minutes and draft Minutes for review
• Update the Joint Health & Safety Committee communications board and ensure information is valid at all times
• Support operations, as necessary, and integrate Safety, Quality, and environmental initiatives into the operational process
• Coordinate Health & Safety training for employees, as required
• Verify that work instructions (safe work procedures, job hazard analysis etc.) are current and updated as the scope changes - responsible for a “look ahead” mentality to eliminate risks
• Assists in the review of incidents for cause identification and recommends corrective action - engages fully in a lesson-learned - continuous improvement process within the area of influence
• Perform other duties, as required

Working Conditions

• The job description implies the performance of repetitive tasks
• The majority of time is spent on construction sites
• PPE is required at all times in field settings (steel toes, hard hat, Hi-Vis)
• Work may involve exposure to weather, noise, dust, and high-risk activities
• The position is situated on a busy, high-volume construction site with constant activity, including large machinery

We carefully review all applications and will contact candidates whose skills, experience, and qualifications most closely align with the requirements of the position.

We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the selection process, please contact Human Resources and we will work with you to meet your needs.

This position is available due to an upcoming vacancy.