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Reporting to the HSE Manager, the Health & Safety Specialist works to support the overall HSE management system in an effort to minimize safety risks and promote a proactive and positive safety culture.
Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties Identifies opportunities to improve safety and environmental performance and makes recommendations based on findings
Monitors local regulations and client requirements and standards along with company policies and standards to ensure compliance
Assists with directing accident/incident investigation, reporting and/or facilitation of root cause analysis
Performs administrative duties as needed
Coordinates safety training at the project or corporate level
Coordinates purchasing of safety supplies/PPE
May administers corporate or project level drug and alcohol program
May coordinate safe standard work practices with line personnel and monitor conformance through safety inspections
May evaluate compliance with organizational, government health and safety, and environmental standards
May monitor organizational safety, health, and environmental performance
Required Skills and Qualifications Completion of post-secondary education in Health & Safety or relevant field, or equivalent relevant experience
Accredited HSE Certification strongly preferred
Three (3) to Five (5) years’ experience in a safety capacity/similar role
Experience working in Railway/Construction Industry considered an asset
Familiarity with the Occupational Health & Safety Act and associated regulations and standards, and applicable legislation
Proficient in MS office
Well-developed communication (oral, written and presentation) and interpersonal skills
Valid Driver’s License




Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Flexibility for travel; visits various locations
Flexibility in scheduling to meet operational demands
Works both indoors and outdoors, exposure to all weather conditions
Standing, sitting, walking, speaking
Use of Computer/keyboard
Working in a safety-sensitive culture
Company Overview This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.
RailWorks is North America’s leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work workplace that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with PNR RailWorks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law.
PNR RailWorks is committed to fostering an equitable, accessible, and inclusive workplace. As such, PNR RailWorks will ensure reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process, including the interview. If selected for an interview, requests for accommodation can be confidentially made to a member of the recruitment team who will arrange in advance for reasonable and appropriate accommodation for fair and equitable assessment throughout the process.

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📌 PNR Safety Specialist (Ontario)
🏢 RailWorks
📍 Ontario