Benefits Offering

• Company events
• Health & Dental Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer RRSP match
• Competitive Time Off Policy

Compensation

Salary Range: $75,000 - $95,000

Reporting to the HSE Manager, the Health & Safety Specialist works to support the overall HSE management system in an effort to minimize safety risks and promote a proactive and positive safety culture.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

· Identifies opportunities to improve safety and environmental performance and makes recommendations based on findings

· Monitors local regulations and client requirements and standards along with company policies and standards to ensure compliance

· Assists with directing accident/incident investigation, reporting and/or facilitation of root cause analysis

· Performs administrative duties as needed

· Coordinates safety training at the project or corporate level

· Coordinates purchasing of safety supplies/PPE

· May administers corporate or project level drug and alcohol program

· May coordinate safe standard work practices with line personnel and monitor conformance through safety inspections

· May evaluate compliance with organizational, government health and safety, and environmental standards

· May monitor organizational safety, health, and environmental performance

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Completion of post-secondary education in Health & Safety or relevant field, or equivalent relevant experience
• Accredited HSE Certification strongly preferred
• Three (3) to Five (5) years’ experience in a safety capacity/similar role
• Experience working in Railway/Construction Industry considered an asset
• Familiarity with the Occupational Health & Safety Act and associated regulations and standards, and applicable legislation
• Proficient in MS office
• Well-developed communication (oral, written and presentation) and interpersonal skills
• Valid Driver’s License

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Flexibility for travel; visits various locations
• Flexibility in scheduling to meet operational demands
• Works both indoors and outdoors, exposure to all weather conditions
• Standing, sitting, walking, speaking
• Use of Computer/keyboard
• Working in a safety-sensitive culture

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position.  There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

RailWorks is North America’s leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.