Job Description

Job Description

Van Bree Infrastructure is a diverse construction company with multiple divisions under its umbrella including Van Bree Sand and Gravel and Choice.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated, highly organized, and curious Health & Safety / Human Resources Co-op Student to join our team. This role provides hands-on experience in both field and office environments, with approximately 80% of the position focused on Health & Safety and 20% on Human Resources.

The successful candidate will work closely with our Health & Safety, Human Resources, and Operations teams to support workplace safety initiatives, employee training, onboarding and offboarding, documentation, and day-to-day administrative activities. We are looking for someone who does not simply complete a checklist. The ideal candidate is a curious and critical thinker, a natural problem solver, and highly tech-savvy.

You should be comfortable asking questions, looking for better ways to do things, identifying potential issues, and using technology to make processes more organized and efficient.

What We Offer

We offer
the following additional benefits to your base

salary:
· Group health plan
- Medical, paramedical, dental, vision, travel coverage and more
· Potential for performance bonus
· RRSP program with employer contribution – why is this beneficial We help you save by contributing an increased percentage towards your RRSP contribution based on years of service
· Wellness program
- $600 per year to use towards wellness initiatives from gym membership to smoking cessation and more
· Excellent vacation package
· Education reimbursement
· Opportunities for advancement through our multiple divisions and professional training and development

Key Responsibilities




Health & Safety – Approximately 80% Conduct regular workplace and job site inspections to identify hazards and opportunities for improvement.

Complete field safety audits and document observations, findings, and corrective actions. Assist with tracking and following up on outstanding safety items and corrective actions. Support the development, coordination, and delivery of employee safety training, orientations, toolbox talks, and other safety initiatives. Assist with recent employee safety onboarding and orientation. Maintain Health & Safety documentation, records, training certificates, inspection reports, and employee files.

Assist with incident and near-miss documentation, investigations, and follow-up activities. Support compliance with company policies, procedures, applicable legislation, and Health & Safety requirements. Assist with the preparation and distribution of safety communications, forms, policies, procedures, and training materials. Help monitor employee training requirements and maintain accurate training records. Assist with ordering and maintaining inventory of PPE, safety supplies, training materials, and other required items.

Participate in Health & Safety meetings and initiatives. Identify opportunities to improve, streamline, or digitize Health & Safety processes and documentation. Work collaboratively with field supervisors, employees,



and management to promote a positive and proactive safety culture. Perform other Health & Safety duties and projects as assigned. Human Resources – Approximately 20% Assist with employee onboarding and offboarding, including documentation, orientation materials, checklists, and file updates.

Maintain organized and confidential employee personnel files and electronic records. Assist with preparing employment-related documents, forms, and internal communications. Support recruitment and hiring activities as required. Assist with tracking employee documentation and ensuring records are complete and current. Support employee training coordination and record management. Assist with ordering employee supplies, apparel, materials, and other HR-related items.

Help identify opportunities to improve HR administrative processes through technology and better organization. Provide general administrative support to the Human Resources team. Assist with special HR projects and initiatives as required. Travel Ability to travel within Southwestern Ontario as required to attend both office locations, training and education.

Qualifications & Attributes Currently enrolled, or a graduate from, in a post-secondary program in Occupational Health & Safety, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to keep multiple priorities, records, and follow-up items organized. Curious and inquisitive mindset — willing to ask questions, learn how and why things are done, and seek a deeper understanding of issues.

Strong critical-thinking skills with the ability to assess information, recognize potential risks or gaps, and think beyond the imme

📌 Health and Safety/Human Resources Co-Op (Canada)
🏢 Van Bree
📍 Canada