Health & Safety Manager

Job description

BA Blacktop is seeking a dedicated Health & Safety Manager to lead and advance the ongoing development and implementation of our Health & Safety Management System.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement of the corporate Safety Management Systems 
• Ensure OSH Program complies with current OSH legislation, regulations and industry codes of practice
• Interview, hire, and manage H&S department representatives
• Review or develop site-specific safety plans, orientations, safe work practices, and procedures
• Oversee the administration of the Injury Management Program for injured workers with medical restrictions
• Review or conduct accident/incident investigations
• Review or conduct site-specific inspections
• Review or conduct site-specific audits
• Oversee the distribution and/or development of the Weekly Safety Meeting Topics, Near Miss Reviews, Safety Flashes, and Red Alerts
• Review or conduct new worker and site-specific orientations
• Oversee the administration of the New Hire Program (Scheduling / conducting orientations, training)
• Oversee the scheduling, organization, and implementation of health & safety training, including Vinci Safety Week, Annual Training Day(s) or other applicable initiatives.
• Schedule and oversee the Company’s monthly Joint Health, Safety, Environmental Committee meetings
• Oversee the safety equipment inventory and order / approve the purchase of necessary safety supplies and equipment
• Review or conduct annual COR (Certificate of Recognition) internal safety audits
• Maintain annual prequalification. (i.e., ISNetworld, Complyworks, YVR…)
• Maintain and report on monthly, quarterly, and annual safety statistics, trends, and opportunities for improvement
• Liaise with various internal company personnel. (BA Blacktop – President, Vice-President, Managers, Superintendents, Foremen, and Workers; Vinci Construction).
• Liaise with Vinci Construction Zone H&S representatives.
• Liaise with various external company personnel and groups. (WorkSafeBC, BCCSA, Contractors)
• Maintain a high level of safety and liability awareness at all times, in addition to upholding a strong knowledge of WorkSafeBC Regulations, Canada Labour Code, National Safety Code, and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
• Ensures that purchases made are cost-effective, without compromising the quality standards of the company
• Provide leadership with reports on Recordable Incident Frequency Rate, Lost Time Incident Frequency Rate, Lost Time Incident Severity Rate, WorkSafeBC ERA Rates / Annual Claims Cost Summaries and accidents
• Oversee the implementation of the ISO45011:2018 management system including system development, internal/external audits, system reviews and driving continual improvement
• Oversee the Vinci innovation platform and Innovation Days

Desired profile

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential Qualifications

• COR (Certificate of Recognition) Internal Auditor
• 5+ years of experience in implementing Health & Safety programs in the construction industry or relevant field
• Excellent computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiating, and facilitator skills
• High level of physical fitness and ability to work well under pressure
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Excellent oral presentation skills

Desirable Qualifications

• ISO Lead Auditor
• Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP)
• Construction Safety Coordinator (CSC) 
• Construction Safety Officer (CSO) 
• Certified Health and Safety Consultant (CHSC) - CSSE
• Risk Management Professional (RMP)
• National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) 
• Occupational First aid Certificate
• Respirator Fit Tester Certificate
• Confined Space Entry & Rescue Certificate
• Fall Protection Certificate

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS ON THE ROLE

Location: North Vancouver, BC

Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 (CAD), based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and professional background.

About BA Blacktop

BA Blacktop, qui fait partie de VINCI Construction Canada, a été fondée dans la province de la Colombie-Britannique en 1956. Nous sommes devenus un important entrepreneur général et concepteur-constructeur, avec un groupe d'entreprises innovantes et multidisciplinaires offrant des services spécialisés de pavage, de béton, de fraisage, de récupération et de recyclage, ainsi que la construction de ponts à travées multiples et des solutions novatrices en matière de structures en béton à des clients de l'ensemble de la Colombie-Britannique.