Health & Safety Manager

Health & Safety ManagerThe Role The Health & Safety Manager will play a key leadership role in developing, implementing, and overseeing the Health & Safety (H&S) program for a large, complex infrastructure project. This position ensures full compliance with applicable legislation while driving a strong safety culture across all levels of the organization.
Key ResponsibilitiesHealth & Safety Leadership

• Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing management of the Health & Safety program
• Ensure compliance with provincial H&S legislation in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
• Develop, refine, and maintain H&S strategies to prevent workplace injuries and incidents
• Influence and support company-wide implementation of H&S initiatives and training programs
• Deliver and coordinate H&S training and communications for management and site personnel

Monitoring, Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Provide regular reporting and performance analysis to senior management
• Elevate the overall level of excellence in Health & Safety performance
• Identify, assess, and anticipate safety risks through site inspections, audits, and incident investigations
• Coordinate facility audits and establish audit standards
• Participate in daily site meetings to review and report field incidents
• Analyze safety incidents and construction environments to recommend improved construction methods

Emergency Preparedness

• Organize and lead regular emergency response drills
• Ensure rapid, effective response to emergency situations

Profile & Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in the construction industry, preferably on large infrastructure projects
• Strong knowledge of Ontario Occupational Health and Safety regulations
• COR Auditor certification preferred
• Proven experience in tunneling or underground works, ideally with TBM operations
• Experience working in high-risk environments (nuclear, offshore, or similar)
• Familiarity with safety management systems and incident reporting tools
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strong time management, attention to detail, and proactive problem-solving abilities

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