Safety Advisor

About Us

At Canoco , we're committed to delivering successful projects while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and professionalism. With our “we care” culture at the core of everything we do, we provide construction solutions across a variety of civil projects, including earthworks, underground utilities, municipal infrastructure, and land development.

Join a team where your expertise is valued, collaboration is encouraged, and safety is a shared responsibility.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Safety Advisor to join our team and support our civil construction operations.

The successful candidate will be responsible for promoting a safe work environment, ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety regulations, and supporting the implementation of safety policies and procedures across our project sites.

Previous experience in civil construction, earthworks, underground utilities, or industrial construction is considered a strong asset.

We are looking for a proactive safety professional who is comfortable working in the field, engaging with crews, and promoting a positive safety culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and promote compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable occupational health and safety regulations.
• Conduct regular site inspections, safety audits, and hazard assessments to identify and address potential risks.
• Provide safety guidance and support to supervisors, employees, and subcontractors.
• Lead and participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings, and site orientations.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions, including completing reports and recommending corrective actions.
• Review and maintain field-level hazard assessments (FLHAs), safe work procedures, and other required safety documentation.
• Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and compliance with site-specific safety requirements.
• Assist with the development and implementation of safety programs and initiatives.
• Collaborate with project managers and supervisors to continuously improve workplace safety practices.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date safety records, inspection reports, and training documentation.
  

Qualifications & Experience

• National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) certification required.
• Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation required.
• Previous experience in construction safety required, preferably within civil construction or industrial environments.
• Experience with earthworks, underground utilities, municipal infrastructure, or land development is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of Alberta Occupational Health and Safety legislation and applicable industry standards.
• Experience conducting site inspections, incident investigations, and risk assessments.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively communicate with field personnel and management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and safety reporting systems.
• Valid driver's licence and ability to travel to project sites as required.
• Required safety certifications: H2S Alive, CSTS or CSO, WHMIS 2015, and First Aid.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Exposure to a variety of civil construction projects.
• A supportive, collaborative, and safety-focused work environment.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on workplace safety as part of a growing team.