BUILD YOUR CAREER AT BLACK & MCDONALD
Black & McDonald is an integrated, multi?trade service provider that safely delivers high quality construction, facilities management, and technical solutions. We are a family-owned and family-run company that employs thousands of highly skilled and talented professionals across North America. With 100+ years of diverse market experience, we are a forward?thinking organization with a strong track record of delivering operational excellence and customer-focused solutions that stand the test of time.
ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Black & McDonald’s Ottawa team is growing! If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to an innovative team, this opportunity is for you.
The Health Safety & Environment Advisor is in Ottawa and reports directly to Regional Health, Safety & Environment Manager. Their primary focus of this role is:
Provide HSE leadership, guidance, and support to assigned workplace(s).
Assist and support the Regional HSE Manager in the development and implementation of HSE policies and procedures, in accordance with Black & McDonald and regulatory requirements.
Conduct inspections of job sites, facilities, and equipment for compliance with general and specific safety standards, follow-up on any non-compliance issues and take appropriate action to remedy.
Conduct incident investigations, evaluations of subcontractors HSE management system and application, and identify/remedy non-compliance issues.
Prepare and present reports of recommendations for changes as necessary.
Oversee incident investigation and review as required.
Support modified duty programs, as required.
Facilitate the maintenance of the Region’s Certificate of Recognition (COR).
Ensure emergency response plans are in place and aligned with local regulatory, regional, divisional and corporate requirements.
Maintain current knowledge of industry trends and practices regarding health, safety and environment.
Facilitate the annual HSE Management System Audit.
Assist in developing and reviewing project Safety plans and specific job hazard assessment and procedures.
Management and maintenance of third-party pre-qualification systems (e.g. ISN, Avetta etc.).
Conduct HSE training as required.
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
Communicates Effectively
Continuous Learning
Customer Focus
Holds Self and Others Accountable
Problem Solving and Innovation
Teamwork and Collaboration
Values and Respects Others
Maximizes Business Performance and Team Effectiveness
Strategic Perspective
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
A degree or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety is preferred.
National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) is preferred.
Certified Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) or Certified Health and Safety Consultant (CHSC) is preferred.
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
5+ years of HSE work experience within a related industry (e.g. construction, FMO, service, utility).
Field experience on multi-trade projects.
Experience within a unionized environment is an asset.
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Bilingual in French & English is preferred.
Must be able to attain a government security clearance.
Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.
