Construction Safety Officer; CSO

We are working with a large constructor within the GTA in search of a Construction Safety Officer.

The CSO is responsible for monitoring, training, and enforcing all Health and Safety programs on site and ensuring all requirements of the OHSA are followed.

Responsibilities include:

• Conduct inspections to ensure equipment, materials, and processes do not present a safety, health or environmental hazard
• Conduct site specific Health & Safety Orientations
• Assist withthe development of site specific OHS policies and programs
• Advise and instruct on various safety-related topics (noise levels, use of machinery etc.)
• Conduct risk assessments and enforce preventative measures
• Assist in the incident investigation process when necessary
• Assist with the development and review of job hazard assessments , Safe Work Practices and Safe Job Procedures
• Reporting as required

To be successful you should posses:

• 5+ years of general construction experience
• 3+ years of Health and Safety work experience in the construction industry
• A solid understanding of the OH&S regulations for the province of Ontario
• Motivated to obtain or currently working towards NCSO Certification
• Current First Aid certificate
• Proficiency with computers, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook and other common applications
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written