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Construction Safety Officer

@ Zenterra Developments

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Langley, British Columbia

Full-time5+ years experience
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Overview

Zenterra Developments is hiring a full-time Construction Safety Officer to develop, enforce and evaluate safety policies and inspect construction sites for compliance. The role trains workers and trades, runs safety meetings and investigates incidents. Candidates need at least 5 years of construction experience on wood frame multi-family projects.

Responsibilities:

  • Inspect construction sites and equipment for safety hazards
  • Develop and enforce health and safety policies and plans
  • Train workers and trades on safe work practices
  • Investigate safety complaints and prepare incident reports
  • Prepare regular safety reports and statistics

Requirements summary:

  • Minimum 5 years in construction on 4 to 6 storey wood frame multi-family projects
  • OFA Level 2 and above
  • Knowledge of OSHA standards and regulations
  • CRSP or CSSE designation (asset)
  • Post-secondary education in workplace health and safety (asset)
  • Experience working with subcontractors and vendors (asset)

Tools & skills

Inspect construction sitesRegulatory complianceHazard assessmentHealth and safetyProduction processesReportingPresentation skillsStatisticsProcess incident reports for preventionConstruction industryCRSPHealth and safety in the workplace
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Employer posting date
2024-05-21
First seen by our source
2026-11-03
Source record updated
2026-11-03

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentQuality assurance
Experience5+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingConstruction site, Office
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsOFA Level 2, CRSP, CSSE
EducationCollege diploma (preferred)
Fields of studyWorkplace health and safety

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Job description

Position Overview

Safety of our employees is THE top priority at Zenterra. The Construction Safety Officer develops, implements, enforces and evaluates Zenterra’s safety policies and procedures. This role plays an indispensable part in promoting a safety-first culture and in maintaining a safe work environment. You are responsible for educating and increasing safety awareness of all workers and trades. In addition, you will inspect construction sites regularly to ensure strict compliance with workplace safety regulations.

Challenges

  • Growing company with lots of changes; policies and procedures will evolve based on business needs
  • Fast-paced environment with shifting priorities; safety may not be the first thing that comes to mind for some workers

Key Accountabilities and Supporting Tasks

Risk Assessment and Management

  • Evaluate and monitor health and safety hazards and develop strategies to control risks
  • Inspect equipment and machinery to identify and prevent possible unsafe conditions
  • Inspect worksites to ensure that equipment, materials and production processes do not present a safety or health hazard to employees, subcontractors or the general public

Safety Programs, Policies and Procedures

  • Develop, execute and evaluate health and safety plans in accordance with applicable laws and regulations
  • Enforce safety policies and help build a culture of health and safety
  • Chair / hold all required health and safety related meetings
  • Evaluate safety program’s effectiveness, and make any necessary changes

Training & Reporting

  • Conduct training and presentations for health and safety matters and accident prevention
  • Provide necessary training and orientation to new employees on safe work practices
  • Prepare regular and ad-hoc reports on health and safety incidents/issues and statistics

Safety Investigation

  • Investigate health and safety related complaints and prepare incident reports
  • Maintain ongoing correspondence with the relevant authorities for all aspects of safety requirements

Qualifications

Must-have:

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in the construction industry working on 4 to 6 story wood frame multi-family projects (Townhome and Condo buildings)
  • OFA Level 2 and above
  • Knowledge of OSHA standards and regulations pertaining to the specific trade or activity being managed

Nice-to-have:

  • CRSP or CSSE designated
  • Post-Secondary education in workplace health and safety
  • Previous experience working with subcontractors and vendors to meet tight deadlines
  • Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work flexible hours and work around a changing schedule

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