Manager, Health and Safety Job in St. Albert, Alberta Canada
SNC-Lavalin Operations and Maintenance is recognized as one of Canada’s leading outsourced operations and maintenance solutions experts, a division of SNC-Lavalin Group Inc., the largest engineering and construction firm in Canada, and one of the five largest in the world. We continue to grow our business globally.
Our team members across the country and the globe deliver superior service to every one of our clients. Our people are vital to our success, and we build teams that are second to none. Our team embraces challenges and is engaged in working together to contribute to our business objectives.
This position reports to the National Manager of Health and Safety.
The Health and Safety Manager performs a strategic and hands-on role by providing guidance and HS Program support to the operations group. Administers global and site specific requirements of the OM Safety Management Program, in accordance with federal, provincial and municipal legislation. As a member of this team, you will support operations and project work and participating in decision-making.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure compliance by the company to OHS laws, regulations and standards and the application of these in the organization.
Assist in the planning stages of the project as required by the project manager to include reviewing user and or functional requirements.
Attend the job showing meeting where practical with the facility manager or designate, contractors and consults.
Attend the start up meeting and reviewing contractor HS Submittal information.
Perform project site health and safety inspections and report on deficiencies to the project and facility manager.
Participate in the development and application of preventive programs, health and safety programs and the OHS action plans in collaboration with the directors, managers and staff.
Participate in the development or revision of policies, directives and necessary procedures for integrating the Safety Management System and see to the development of tools to assist the operations teams in attaining this goal.
Implement an inspection and audit program, proceed with regular inspections and ensure a follow-up.
Provide oversight on projects, mainly lockout programs, security in regards to machinery and height (fall prevention) and WHMIS.
Collaborate with the Health and Safety committees and ensure a follow-up with all external partners, suppliers and subcontractors.
Implement OHS training to the operations staff.
Participate and support as needed in investigations and accident analysis and recommend corrective measures.
Determine OHS performance indicators, and ensure follow-up.
Support the Operations and management teams in meeting the HS requirements outlined in the SNC-LAVALIN OM Safety Management Systems and contractual requirements.
Oversee the implementation and maintenance of the Safety Management system.
Lead teams where applicable and act as a resource/ support to their regional and local facilities.
Act as the primary OHS contact for all persons carrying out work in the region.
Implement a process to ensure that contractors work within the jurisdiction of their respective Provincial Occupational Health Safety (OHS) Act abide by all facility OHS practices and procedures.
Conduct random and scheduled site visits.
Coordinate OHS education programs for the protection, improvement and maintenance of employees’ health and safety.
Support Maintenance Team Leaders and Managers by participating in the accident investigation process and the implementation of follow-up action plans.
Support the OHS teams, Joint Health Safety Committee (JHSC) and where possible is a certified member of the JHSC. Is a member of the Safety Management Team.
QUALIFICATIONS:
NCSO designation in good standing.
Completed formal course of study in OHS management.
Current professional designation or ability to achieve CRSP or other OHS designation as required.
3-5 years experience in OHS Environment with 1-3 years knowledge of safety system audits and management and 2-5 years experience in construction and project site safety management.
Experience or knowledge in WCB act and legislation.
Good knowledge of risk management principles or other OHS related training.
Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
Action oriented and results driven.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
Ability to obtain Federal Government Security Clearance.