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Job Title: Safety Officer   Date Posted: 10/10/24 Ref. Number: 738 Type: Full Time Part Time Location: Stouffville Requirements: Qualifications: 2+ years of general construction experience 2+ years of Health and Safety work experience in the construction industry A solid understanding of the OH&S regulations for the province of Ontario Completion of a degree/diploma of an accredited Certificate program in Occupational Health and Safety would be an asset Current First Aid Certificate Proficiency with computers, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook and other common applications Additional training including WAH, WHMIS, Health and Safety Awareness Training. Bobcat/mobile equipment operation, would be an asset Strong communication skills, both verbal and written Ability to engage with a diverse range of staff, skill sets and personalities Confident ability to diffuse challenging situations Self-motivation, taking initiative to make improvements while striving to perform outside of job description Previous working experience on a construction site is preferred Physical ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. Ability to climb ladders, scaffolds, and other objects Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time Ability to work outside in all weather conditions Experience: Civil Construction: 2 years (preferred) Language: English (preferred) Licence/Certification: CPR Certification (preferred) Description: Support the development of site specific OHS policies and programs Conduct work area inspections to ensure equipment, materials, and processes do not present a safety, health or environmental hazard Conduct site specific Health & Safety Orientations Assist site management and employees with safety programs, participation and compliance Advise and instruct on various safety-related topics (noise levels, use of machinery etc.) Conduct risk assessments and enforce preventative measures Review existing policies and measures and update according to legislation Inspect premises and the work of personnel to identify issues or non-conformity (e.g. not using protective equipment) Stop any unsafe acts or processes that seem dangerous or unhealthy Investigate and document injuries to determine root causes and implement controls Assist in the incident investigation process when necessary and be prepared to be involved in the preparation of reports and summaries Maintain and track all recordable statistics, training requirements for project specific needs Attend applicable safety meetings including toolbox talks where required Hours per week: 10 hour shift Rate of Pay: TBD Contact: Sandra Fagundes Telephone: 905-640-3909 Fax: Email: sfagundes@jobskills.org