Currently, Traine Construction & Development has an opportunity for a national safety coordinator to join our head office team in Kelowna. 

Traine Construction works throughout Canada, primarily on multi-family residential construction projects.  We create buildings that people want to live in, from Vancouver Island to Ontario.  Traine prides itself on building excellent multi-family communities and great careers.

We fill our teams with the kind of people that we enjoy working with.  You know the type, great attitude, forward thinkers; people who do the right thing no matter the situation.  Nothing makes us happier than heading home at the end of the day proud of all we achieved.

For this role, you will support our teams, across Canada with all aspects of our safety program. Our projects are currently focused in B.C. and Ontario. Responsibilities will include:

• Ensure completion of documentation such as FLHAs, orientation records, accident/injury reporting and track completion of corrective actions
• Responsible for documenting all site activities and provide weekly reports
• Responsible for full cycle production of safe work procedures and practices
• Conduct incident investigations and site inspections and track completion of corrective action
• Maintain awareness of amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and regulations, and make recommendations for their implementation
• Perform job site safety compliance inspections including hazard analysis and safe work procedures; follow-up scheduling and documentation of any resultant actions
• Responsible for coordinating quarterly site safety audits with third party safety consultants
• Responsible for monitoring adherence to the company safety program
• Coordinate return to work plans under the direction of the human resources lead
• Communicate head office safety initiatives to site
• Schedule and host safety meetings; contribute to safety initiatives; participate in health and safety committee meetings
• Arrange training
• Provide safety guidance to field personnel and provide advice and counsel to management and other employee groups on a broad range of safety issues

To set yourself up for success in this role, you will already have:

• NCSO
• Advanced (OFA3) first aid an asset
• Minimum five-years' experience in a safety role  
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations
• Advanced skills in achieving ‘buy in’
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Proficient with database applications and administration systems, specifically Microsoft Office
• Ability to work alone effectively and prioritize
• Must be a highly motivated and team-oriented individual with an attention to detail
• Enthusiasm for challenge and new initiatives are prerequisites
• Construction industry experience an asset
• Willing to travel - visiting sites across Canada

Traine Construction & Development is committed to the professional growth and long-term career excellence of all its employees.  In return for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary (based on experience) and a full range of benefits, including:

• Performance based bonus program
• Extended health and dental
• Professional development
• A wonderful team to work with
• Opportunities to be involved in company sponsored charitable projects

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