Vertex

http://vertex.ca

Description:

Vertex is currently accepting applications for full-time Safety Advisor located in Grande Prairie, Alberta. The successful candidate will provide responsibility and accountability with safety practices and procedures. This position will work with the Corporate Safety Manager and the safety team to assist and provide ongoing direction and expertise that contributes to a company culture, behavior and expectation that “all accidents can be prevented”.

*This position is intended to be a Monday to Friday salaried based role. There are times when evening and weekend work will be required. This position is best suited for a candidate local to the Grande Prairie area.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

3- 5 years’ experience in a safety related field; education combined with experience will also be considered
Strong knowledge of OH&S legislation and regulations
Minimum National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) completed, post-secondary education in an OHS related field will be considered an asset
Experience with a Transportation business is necessary
Experience in an industrial or environmental business is an asset
Must be willing and able to travel regularly throughout Alberta and British Columbia
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong time management skills to maximize office requirements vs field visits
Strong customer service and a team player skill
Proven administrative experience including strong proficiency with Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Exceptional organization and attention to detail skills
Ability to lead team members within area of responsibility
Must have a valid driver’s license with a driver’s abstract

RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct incident investigations and recommend corrective/preventative measures
Carry out field inspections in compliance with OH&S and the Vertex Safety Management System
Prepare WCB claim information and assist with Injury Management (modified work monitoring, injury reporting, etc)
Work with the safety team, managers and site supervision to provide a clear outline of safety requirements by job classification and work site location
Attend and participate in client meetings
Promote a culture where health and safety are core values with staff, contractors and clients
Respond and provide advice to all departments with health and safety, and provide training as required
Lead, direct and support the safety activities and initiatives undertaken in the Safety Management System
Identify high risk areas of the business; develop and implement programs to decrease or eliminate risk in these areas
Ensure ERPs are up to date, posted, communicated to employees and effective within area of responsibility
Assist with the development and rollout of new programs and procedures
Ensure formal safety meetings are being conducted at a minimum as per the Vertex Safety Management System
Ensure employees and management are aware of the PPE requirements and that management enforce them;
Review safe work practices/procedures to ensure relevance
Train/promote to employees, supervisors, managers to follow, review, enforce practices and procedure;
Perform periodic reviews to ensure equipment is being inspected as per manufacturer specs and Vertex guidelines
Ensure worksite inspections are completed as per the Vertex Safety Management System
Ensure all work locations have a clear understanding of the A&D Policy guidelines
Assist with external audits (ex. COR, client) as required, and conduct internal corporate compliance audits
Participate and present safety training at regularly scheduled operations meetings when necessary

LOCATION

This position will be based out of our Grande Prairie, AB office. This position will involve travel.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Compensation is commensurate with education and experience
A comprehensive benefit package is provided

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