Connex Personnel is currently seeking a Safety Advisor to join the Non-Regulated Engineering Services Project Execution team with our major utilities’ client. The individual will support the execution of projects throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Provide oversight, technical advice, support and direction to the Project Execution team for contract, technical and capital work;
- Provide coaching and support to Project Managers and Construction Management Representatives (CMRs) involved in the execution of work;
- Ensure the Contractor Safety Management Program is effectively implemented through front end involvement in tender specifications and bid reviews, and ongoing field monitoring;
- Act as a liaison with project managers, regional / safety field personnel and CMRs.
- Coordinate and provide coaching for incident investigations;
- Assist new staff with safety reporting and safety observations;
- Review contracts and provide feedback to contract managers;
- Review contractor site specific safety documentation / safety plans and provide feedback;
- Participate in contractor “kick off” meetings;
- Be a point of contact for regional safety in the areas we operate;
- Perform field work, safety tours and safety inspections;
- Promote and ensure compliance with company Safety Management System;
- Facilitate project risk assessments and perform audits related to Project Execution work (Contractor Safety Management Programs and the Safety Management Systems);
- Deliver CMR training;
- Liaison with the CMRs in the field regarding safety issues and concerns;




- Deliver in house training as required;
- Communicate with Operations on a regular basis;
- Strong knowledge of safety operating procedures and relevant OHS legislation and associated industry standards;
- Strong knowledge of capital-intensive environments;
- Travel to site as required to provide technical input and field support.
- Travel and work at various sites where projects are being completed

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

- Safety training and / or an equivalent combination of education and experience Safety and Health Management Systems
- Auditing and incident investigations
- Risk assessment
- Development of corporate programs and standards;
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in construction projects;
- Field experience, particularly relating to hydro-electric facilities or the electrical industry in general is considered desirable;
- Valuable computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office;
- Ability to work in a dynamic work environment and changing project demands;
- A valid driver’s license will be required as there will be some travel involved;
- Ability to perform field work in an electrical utility and heavy industrial environments.
- Valid certifications in WHMIS 2015, Emergency First Aid, and Defensive Driving.

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 8:30 to 4:30

Location: Head office in St. John’s, NL with periodic travel to Labrador and other site locations as required

Anticipated Start Date: November 2, 2026

Anticipated End Date: December 31, 2028 **with possibility of extension

Work Location: In person

📌 Safety Advisor (West End)
🏢 Connex Personnel
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