Job Description

We are seeking an HSE Coordinator to join our team in Ottawa! The HSE Coordinator supports the delivery of a strong, preventative safety culture across Modern Niagara operations. They work closely with field teams, supervisors, and leadership to coordinate training, maintain compliance, manage documentation, and promote safe work practices. Success in this role means reduced risk, engaged workers, and consistent alignment with Modern Niagara’s health and safety standards. Why This Role Matters to Modern Niagara The HSE Coordinator plays a critical role in protecting our people, supporting safe project execution, and upholding Modern Niagara’s reputation as an industry leader in health and safety. Their work helps ensure employees return home safely each day while enabling teams to deliver high‑quality work efficiently and in compliance with regulatory and client requirements. Key Impact / Purpose

• Support a strong, preventative safety culture across projects and operations
• Reduce workplace risk through training coordination, compliance support, and hazard awareness
• Enable consistent safety performance by maintaining accurate documentation and records
• Strengthen engagement between field teams, leadership, and the HSE function

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate internal and external health and safety training, including scheduling and record maintenance
• Maintain, upload, and manage training and safety documentation within internal systems
• Facilitate HSE orientation for all new hires
• Support contractor compliance across third‑party platforms (e.g., Avetta, ISNet)
• Assist with document control, data integrity, and quality assurance of safety records
• Support the HSE and Risk Management teams by preparing required statistics and documentation for prequalification
• Assist in the development and distribution of HSE communications aligned with the HSE strategy
• Partner with operations teams to reinforce safety messaging across the workforce
• Attend and support HSE‑related meetings
• Upload completed documents into Noggin as required
• Provide administrative and coordination support to HSE Specialists, Regional Managers, and Leadership as needed

Must Haves:

• Post‑secondary education in a related field or equivalent practical experience
• Experience working in the construction industry
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work with employees and stakeholders at all levels
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites using a personal vehicle
• Eligibility to obtain Government of Canada security clearance. This requirement is tied to project‑specific access.
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  Full‑time, on‑site role with the ability to work in an active construction site environment.

Nice to Haves:

• Previous experience in an HSE, safety coordination, or compliance support role
• Health and safety certifications or credentials
• Experience supporting contractor compliance platforms (e.g., Avetta, ISNet)
• Experience using safety management systems such as Noggin
• Strong interest in developing a long‑term career within the construction industry

This is a new position. Expected annual compensation; $50,000 - $60,000.

Modern Niagara offers a competitive total compensation package including: 

• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with a generous employer contribution.
• Flexible Health and Dental benefits with tiered options to meet the needs of you and your family. 
• An annual health spending account to support your overall wellness.
• 24/7 confidential support through our Employee and Family Assistance Program with access to comprehensive resources and professional services. 
• A competitive vacation package with additional vacation granted throughout your tenure with the organization. 
• Employer Paid Parental Leave Top Up.
• Annual Community Day dedicated to volunteering and giving back to the communities where we live and work.
• Corporate Discounts through various vendors across Canada for programs such as fitness, mobile phones, travel, home and auto insurance and many others. 

Here at Modern Niagara, because we know our people are the best in the industry, we pride ourselves on providing a total compensation package that rewards employees for their hard work and supports employees and their families in their overall wellbeing.  
About Modern Niagara

Who We Are

Modern Niagara helps building owners, managers, and general contractors meet the mechanical, and electrical needs of their buildings across Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Southwestern Ontario, and Ottawa. We are committed to having a positive and meaningful impact on Canada’s infrastructure — and on the communities where we live, learn, work, and heal. We build for life.

Our Culture & Values

We value passion, initiative, determination, professionalism, and teamwork. Health and safety are embedded in everything we do, and our award-winning safety culture consistently performs well above industry standards.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Modern Niagara

We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization where everyone has access to opportunity, feels a sense of belonging, and can thrive. We actively work to remove barriers faced by members of equity-seeking groups (including women, Indigenous, Black, racialized, 2SLGBTQIA+ people, people with disabilities, and newcomers to Canada) in the construction industry. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and lived experiences and are committed to a barrier-free hiring process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us at careers@modernniagara.com so we can make appropriate arrangements.

We appreciate every applicant’s interest in joining Modern Niagara. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.