Safety Watch​/Confined Space Attendant

Total Group of Companies is an industrial service provider specializing in fire, rescue, medical, and HSE services. With facilities in Red Deer, AB;
Guelph, ON; and Winnipeg, MB, we proudly support clients across Canada.

We are currently seeking a Confined Space Attendant to join our team for a planned shutdown in Goderich, Ontario working alongside experienced rescue personnel.

• Maintain familiarity with confined space entry (CSE) requirements and procedures
• Support air trailer operations and cylinder refilling
• Ensure all personnel comply with Occupational Health & Safety regulations
• Conduct pre-shift and ongoing inspections for potential flammable vapors or hazardous conditions
• Set up, inspect, and maintain required safety equipment and PPE
• Participate in pre-job meetings with focus on site-specific hazards
• Exercise stop work authority when unsafe conditions exist
• Promote and reinforce a strong safety culture
• Support emergency response and job-specific rescue plans
• Be prepared to operate fire extinguishers, hydrants, monitors, and hose carts as required
• Maintain constant visual and verbal communication with workers
• Continuously monitor atmospheric conditions
• Notify control room at start and completion of confined space entries
• Complete all required CSE documentation, including logging workers and equipment
• Report emergencies immediately to ERT and control room
• Secure and flag confined space entry points when unattended
• Report all hazards, near misses, incidents, injuries, and illnesses promptly
• Assist with site clean-up when not actively performing safety watch duties

• Detail oriented
• Willingness to learn
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to follow directions
• Excellent communication skills
• Safety driven
• Positive attitude

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Be legally authorized to work in Canada (valid SIN required)
• Hold a valid driver’s license with access to reliable transportation
• Provide a clean or satisfactory Driver’s Abstract
• Successfully pass pre-employment Drug & Alcohol testing

The following certification is mandatory:

• Confined Space Entry & Monitor

The following are considered assets but are not required:

• Fall Protection
• Respirator Fit Test
• LEL Detection & Control
• Fire Extinguisher
• Standard First Aid & CPR

Site-specific training will be provided as required.

We thank all interested applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.