The Health & Safety Manager is responsible for leading the organization's occupational health and safety program across telecommunications and construction operations throughout Ontario. This role oversees COR® certification requirements, legislative compliance under Ontario's Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), risk management, training, incident investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

About the Job

Compensation Range: $95,000- $110,000

Location

Barrie Office – travel is required

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company vehicle provided

Advantages

Extended Health and Dental premiums paid by Employer

Training

Paid Training The Health & Safety Manager works closely with management, supervisors, workers, subcontractors, and Joint Health and Safety Committees (JHSCs) to promote a strong safety culture and ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with applicable legislation, industry standards, and client requirements.

Responsibilities

Health & Safety Leadership

Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing improvement of the Health and Safety Management System.

Promote a proactive safety culture throughout all telecommunications and construction operations.

Provide leadership, coaching, and support to managers, supervisors, and field personnel.

Develop annual health and safety objectives and performance indicators.

Maintain and administer COR® certification requirements.

Coordinate internal and external COR® audits.

Ensure audit recommendations and corrective action plans are implemented and monitored.

Maintain audit documentation and evidence to support certification requirements.

Prepare management reports regarding compliance and audit performance.

Legislative Compliance





Ensure compliance with Ontario's Occupational Health and Safety Act and Construction Projects Regulation.

Monitor legislative changes and communicate impacts to management and field staff.

Support workplace inspections and respond to Ministry orders as required.

Training & Competency Management

Develop and deliver safety orientation and training programs.

Ensure workers maintain all required certifications and qualifications.

Coordinate training including

Working at Heights

First Aid/CPR

WHMIS

Traffic Control

Confined Space Entry

Fall Protection

Elevated Work Platforms

Excavation Safety

Supervisor Health & Safety Awareness Training

Lead hazard assessments and risk management initiatives.

Review and approve Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and Safe Work Procedures.

Tower climbing

Aerial telecommunications work

Utility locates

Excavations and trenching

Traffic management

Line work and electrical hazards

Inspections & Incident Management

Conduct workplace audits, inspections, and safety observations.

Investigate incidents, injuries, near misses, vehicle collisions, and property damage events.

Complete root cause analyses and establish corrective actions.

Track incident trends and develop preventive initiatives.

Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC)

Support JHSC and Health & Safety Representative programs.

Ensure committee meetings are conducted and documented in accordance with OHSA requirements.





Assist with workplace inspections and recommendations.

Contractor & Client Compliance

Review subcontractor safety documentation and qualifications.

Ensure compliance with client-specific safety programs.

Participate in client audits and safety meetings.

Maintain Certificate of Insurance, WSIB, and contractor compliance documentation.

Qualifications

Education

Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Construction Management, or related field.

Designations Preferred

Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP)

National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO)

Certified Health & Safety Consultant (CHSC)

Experience

Minimum 5 + years of Health & Safety leadership experience in telecommunications, construction, utilities, or infrastructure projects.

Demonstrated experience managing COR® certified programs.

Experience conducting audits, inspections, and investigations.

Knowledge of Ontario construction safety requirements.

Technical Knowledge

Occupational Health and Safety Act (Ontario)

Construction Projects Regulation (O. Reg. 213/91)

WSIB requirements

Working at Heights requirements

COR® National and Ontario standards

Risk Assessment and Root Cause Analysis methodologies

Core Competencies

Safety Leadership

Regulatory Compliance

Communication and Training

Strategic Planning

Investigation and Problem Solving

Audit and Compliance Management

Change Management

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds.

We use AI in our hiring process.AI tools may be used during resume screening and assessment.

📌 Health & Safety Manager (Barrie)
🏢 HDP Network Solutions
📍 Barrie