About the Role

We are seeking a highly organized, energetic, and detail-oriented Entry-Level Health & Safety Coordinator to join our fast-paced construction team.

This role is heavy on administrative work and requires someone who thrives in a high-volume, quick-turnaround environment. You will work closely with our field personnel, project managers, and executive leadership to ensure our jobsites comply with occupational safety regulations, maintain up-to-date documentation, and drive a strong culture of safety across all projects.

Key ResponsibilitiesHealth & Safety Administration & Compliance

- Safety Documentation: Maintain, organize, and update all digital and physical safety records, training logs, site inspection reports, and safety data sheets (SDS).
- Subcontractor & Worker Onboarding: Collect, review, and track subcontractor health and safety submittals, clearances, and worker site orientations.
- Training Coordination: Schedule, track, and log mandatory safety training, toolbox talks, and certifications for all staff and field crews.
- Incident Tracking & Reporting: Assist in drafting incident reports, tracking corrective actions, and compiling monthly safety statistics for management review.
- Audit Preparation: Prepare administrative records and safety binders for internal audits and external regulatory inspections.

JHSC (Joint Health and Safety Committee) Support

- Meeting Facilitation & Minutes: Assist in coordinating JHSC meetings, preparing agendas, recording detailed meeting minutes, and distributing meeting notes to committee members.
- Action Item Tracking: Monitor, follow up on, and log all outstanding JHSC recommendations, workplace inspection items, and corrective actions.
- Committee Documentation: Maintain compliant JHSC records,



postings, and documentation as required by applicable occupational health and safety legislation.

HR Support & General Administrative Duties

- HR Onboarding & Records: Assist the HR department with new hire administration, employee documentation intake, and maintaining updated personnel files.
- Departmental Support: Provide cross-departmental administrative support, including filing, data entry, document formatting, and answering internal inquiries.
- Other Duties: Perform other related administrative and operational duties as assigned to support business operations.

Qualifications & Requirements Experience: Minimum 2 years of Health & Safety experience within the construction industry.

Education / Certification:

- Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Certificate, diploma, or equivalent safety education/designation.
- JHSC Certification (Part 1/Part 2) is considered an asset.

Driver's License:

- Valid Class G Driver’s License with a clean driver's abstract.

Skills & Competencies:

- Exceptional administrative and organizational skills with strict attention to detail.
- Ability to thrive and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.
- Strong proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and digital document management systems.
- Clear verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with employees, managers, and external partners.

What We Offer

- Competitive compensation package.
- Health and dental benefits package.
- Opportunities for qualified growth and career advancement.

Pay: $65,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Dental care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Experience:
- Health & Safety : 2 years (required)
- Construction: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

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