Health and Safety Coordinator (Heavy Civil Construction - Bridge, Sewer and Watermain) 

Clearwater Structures Inc. is seeking an experienced and proactive Health and Safety Coordinator to support and enhance our Health and Safety Management System across assigned operations and project sites. The successful candidate will act as a key health and safety resource to management and field personnel, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements, COR standards, and internal safety policies while promoting a culture of continuous improvement.  *This role requires travel to project sites across Ontario.*

WHY JOIN US?

Stability & Industry Leadership: Join a heavy civil construction firm specializing in bridge rehabilitation and infrastructure with a track record of continuous growth.

Safety-Centric Culture: We empower our coordinators to be proactive coaches, empowering a safe work environment through influence and engagement.

Modern Systems: We utilize industry-leading technology like SiteDocs to streamline documentation and compliance management.

Professional Growth: Gain diverse experience across Heavy Civil, Sewer, Watermain, and Steel Fabrication sectors with a primary focus on Clearwater Operations.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Health & Safety Leadership

Serve as a primary health and safety resource to management, supervisors, and workers in our Heavy Civil, Sewer and Watermain and fabrication sectors.

Promote a proactive safety culture through engagement, coaching, empowerment and continuous improvement initiatives.

Support regional operations (Hamilton, Kitchener, GTA, Durham, Kingston and Ottawa etc.) and collaborate with corporate safety leadership as required.

Compliance & Inspections

Conduct regular workplace, project site, and equipment inspections.

Monitor subcontractor and trade contractor safety compliance and documentation.

Ensure corrective actions are implemented and tracked to completion.

Assist in Ministry of Labour visits and respond to orders or compliance requirements.

Incident Management

Lead or assist in incident, accident, and near-miss investigations.

Review medical and first aid logs and analyze trends to prevent recurrence.

Prepare detailed reports with outlining corrective and preventative action plans.

Coordinate and support Return-to-Work and modified duty programs.

Training & Documentation

Coordinate and facilitate internal safety training (WHMIS, Annual Orientation, Confined Space, etc.).

Ensure all Records of Training (ROT) are collected, tracked, and maintained.

Monitor certification expiries and compliance deadlines.

Maintain safety boards and ensure site postings meet legislative requirements.

Assist in maintaining COR™ and other audit/accreditation programs.

Program Development & Administration

Assist in developing and updating Policies, Procedures, Safe Work Practices, and Pre-Job Hazard Assessments.

Support emergency response planning and site preparedness.

Coordinate project documentation through SiteDocs and other safety management systems

Joint Health & Safety Committee

Serve as worker representative on the JHSC; support agenda preparation, documentation, and follow-up actions.

Maintain compliance with all JHSC legislative requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

Experience: Minimum 3 years experience in heavy civil construction.

Knowledge: Strong understanding of Ontario OHSA and Regulation 213/91, specifically regarding highway and bridge construction risks.

Education: Diploma or Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety (or equivalent experience).

Certifications: Construction JHSC Certification (Part 1 & 2) is preferred. NCSO, GSC, or equivalent designations are considered an asset.

Technical Skills: Tech Savvy with solid Microsoft Office skills, and experience with the SiteDocs compliance system.

Travel: Valid Full G Drivers License and the ability to travel within multiple regions across Ontario (including West, GTA and East)

Competencies: Strong ability to command respect (particularly regarding OHS requirements); Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to form solid working relationships with team members; Strong ability to speak confidently and present to groups; positive attitude.

WHAT WE OFFER

$64,000-73,000/annual salary

Group Health Benefits (Premiums Company Paid)

RRSP (with Company Match)

TFSA (Voluntary Plan)

Company vehicle and gas card (or alternate options based on 

10 days vacation, plus additional days at Christmas

Opportunity for growth

ABOUT OUR DIVISIONS

Clearwater Structures is a general contractor and an industry leader in the heavy civil construction sector.  We specialize in new bridge construction and rehabilitation, hydraulic lifting, concrete restoration, dam construction and several other services.

Clearwater Municipal Services provides the following specialties: trenchless sewer rehabilitation, lateral lining, CCTV inspection, sewer flushing/cleaning, manhole inspections, trunk sewer inspections, including Sonar, LiDAR and pipe scanning.

Ganawa is a custom steel fabricator and full-service supplier for the bridge construction industry and various other structural steel markets.  We offer extensive products and services, including the fabrication of bridge expansion joints and railing systems, and custom steel fabrication. 

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodations may be made upon request in writing from candidate. 

This is a new vacancy.

The use of AI may be used in some parts of the pre-screening process. 

No phone calls or agencies please. 

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