New Job Health & Safety Officer In Manitoba

Who we are:

Meseyton Construction was founded in 1968 and is proud to continue serving our community and region with year-round heavy construction capabilities. Our staff are dedicated to each project we take on, whether it is paving a driveway or digging a basement for your home or large road and excavation projects for the public and private sectors.

What we are looking for:

Meseyton is currently looking for a qualified Health and Safety Officer to join our team in a full-time seasonal position.

Role & Responsibilities

· Oversight and management of all safety-related company compliance through:

· Implementing and maintaining internal and external safety programs.

· Maintaining COR certification and completion of audits.

· Adhering to Workplace Health and Safety regulations.

· Scheduling and conducting safety meetings.

· Completing site safety plans for projects.

· Performing subcontractor safety evaluations.

· Providing and enforcing the use of Personal Protection Equipment.

· Managing Workers Compensation Board claims and employee injuries/illness.

· Documenting incidents and associated investigations.

· Responding to customer requests for safety documentation.

· Scheduling annual building system inspections (hoist, CONO, fire extinguishers, etc.)

· Provision of employee orientations and organize training/testing (First Aid, hearing, etc.)

· Formation and oversight of the employee Health and Safety Committee.

· Obtain locates and permits for excavation projects.

· Manage all MPI fleet management requirements (registrations, audits, driver’s abstracts, safeties, traffic court, etc.)

· Handle MPI Dealer Permit and Vehicle Inspection Station requirements.

· Must be committed to providing and promoting a safe work environment.

· Must possess a working knowledge of state and federal construction sign/traffic control requirements and traffic routing plans.

• Direct the safe flow of public and construction traffic and ensure the safety & security of public and site crew.

· Works closely with Project Managers and Foreman to provide a clean, safe, secure and hazard free project site in compliance with the company’s policies as well as the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

· Conducts random and scheduled project site inspections, communicates findings to ensure workplace safety and routinely audits on-site safety compliance.

Experience & Job Requirement:

· Related field with 2 - 3 years of experience, ideally in the construction industry.

· Thorough understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, as well as other safety related laws and regulations.

Wage to be determined on a combination of experience and qualifications.

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal

Salary: $25.00-$30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Work Location: In person