Construction Safety Officer

Job title: Construction Safety Officer

Company: Acciona

Job description: ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 60,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.
We have successfully delivered large infrastructure projects across Canada since 2001. Our leadership and expertise span the entire value chain from research and development through construction, operation and maintenance of projects. Currently involved in some of Canada’s largest infrastructure projects, ACCIONA delivers solutions that contribute to the economic and social progress of the communities in which it operates. www.acciona.caWe have successfully delivered large infrastructure projects across Canada since 2001. Our leadership and expertise span the entire value chain from research and development through construction, operation and maintenance of projects. Currently involved in some of Canada’s largest infrastructure projects, ACCIONA delivers solutions that contribute to the economic and social progress of the communities in which it operates.The CSO will work directly for Health and Safety Supervisors and with Site Superintendents, Site-Coordinators, relevant trades, client, contractors, and sub-contractors.Job Description

• Support the Health and Safety Department and the Construction Team on-site throughout construction.
• Regularly monitor health and safety compliance of workers, contractors, and sub-contractors.
• Conduct site-specific health, safety orientations for all new site workers and visitors.
• Assist with site safety plans, pre-job hazard assessments, incident investigations and risk assessments, as required.
• Ensure that all accidents, incidents, and injuries are properly reported to all appropriate parties.
• Facilitate and participate in site inspections, documentation and developing corrective action as required.
• Facilitate health, safety toolbox meetings.
• Maintain and prepare thorough documentation and reports – including contractor proof of training/certification and contractor equipment maintenance.
• Keep the Health and Safety Supervisor updated on any issues or non-conformances that arise.
• Assist with developing first aid and emergency rescue plans.
• Participate in emergency response and mock-rescue drills.
• Administer First Aid and manage first aid documentation, as necessary.
• Regular participation in site planning and trade meetings.
• Additional tasks as required.

Required Skills and Competencies

• At a minimum, 3 to 5-years of experience within a Construction Safety role.
• Current certificates – Construction Safety Officer and Occupational First Aid Level 3 preferred. NCSO and OFA 2 with transport endorsement may be considered.
• Demonstrated ability to keep detailed and accurate health and safety records.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform other physically demanding duties.
• Has high level of personal and professional integrity.
• Excellent communication, organization, time management skills, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent knowledge of WorkSafeBC regulations, policies, guidelines and standards.
• Proactive in identifying hazards and implementing corrective measures to ensure that health, safety and standards are being met on site.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and able to influence others, in matters of health, and safety.
• Must have effective verbal and written communicate skills and be proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook and other computer programs as may be necessary in the performance of CSO duties.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023 & 2024 certification in Canada, as well as the Top Employers North America 2022, 2023 & 2024 seal, which certifies the company’s commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.

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Location: British Columbia

Job date: Thu, 05 Sep 2024 02:07:35 GMT

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