Health and Safety Coordinator

For more than 50 years, the building team has been giving life to countless construction projects, distinguishing itself by the high quality of its work, respecting the highest industry standards and aiming to obtain environmental certifications. Engineers, architects, and other building specialists work hard to meet deadlines and exceed client expectations, while improving the well-being of communities.

Office buildings, hospitals and research centers, educational institutions, residential buildings, hotels, shopping centers, factories, sports and cultural centers, our team excels at building these places using state-of-the-art tools and places people at the heart of its concerns by advocating an innovative collaborative approach.

Come build the future with us!

We are looking to add a Health & Safety Coordinator to work onsite on one of our important projects in Napanee!

The Health & Safety Coordinator provides leadership and hands-on expertise to ensure the highest standards of health and safety performance on a complex ICI construction project. This role works closely with Project Management, Site Superintendents, subcontractors, and client representatives to drive compliance with the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), Construction Projects Regulation, and project-specific requirements. The Senior Coordinator plays a key role in mentoring site teams and promoting a proactive, safety-first culture across all trades.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, implement, and continuously improve the site-specific Health & Safety Program for a large or complex ICI construction project
  
• Ensure full compliance with OHSA, Construction Projects Regulation (O. Reg. 213/91), owner standards, and company policies
  
• Conduct and oversee comprehensive site safety inspections, hazard assessments, and field audits across multiple trades and high-risk activities
  
• Act as the primary point of contact for health & safety matters on site, including regulatory agencies and client safety representatives
  
• Lead incident, injury, and near-miss investigations, including root-cause analysis and corrective/preventive action plans
  
• Deliver and oversee safety orientations, toolbox talks, and advanced training related to ICI-specific hazards (e.g., confined spaces, energized systems, critical lifts, hot work, high-risk equipment)
  
• Mentor and guide junior safety staff, site supervisors, and subcontractors on safety best practices
  
• Review and approve safe work procedures, lift plans, permits, and risk assessments
  
• Coordinate emergency response planning, drills, and site preparedness
  
• Maintain and audit all safety documentation, records, and reporting systems
  
• Support WSIB claims management, return-to-work programs, and modified duty planning
  

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience
  
• 5 - 8+ years of progressive health & safety experience on ICI construction projects
  
• Experience working on institutional or operational facilities (e.g., hospitals, schools, government, transit)
  
• Demonstrated leadership experience on large, multi-trade construction sites
  
• Advanced working knowledge of Ontario OHSA, Construction Projects Regulation, and ICI industry best practices
  
• Valid Working at Heights certification
  
• Strong incident investigation and hazard analysis experience
  
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills
  
• Proficiency in safety reporting systems, audits, and compliance documentation
  
• CRSP, CHSO, NCSO, or equivalent professional certification, an asset
  

Benefits

Benefits

• 4 weeks of annual vacation
  
• Complete group insurance program upon entry
  
• Group RRSP with employer contribution to a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
  
• 24 hour access to a virtual doctor (telemedicine)
  
• Training and development programs
  
• Employee assistance program
  
• Active social club and health and wellness committee
  
• Diverse, innovative and stimulating environment
  
• A company built on values of respect, integrity and a job well done
  
• Corporate Clothing Program
  
• Firm recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies
  

In accordance with applicable pay transparency legislation, EBC Inc. has included the expected salary range for this role, which is $95,000 - $145,000. Compensation within the range is determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, localization, and internal equity. Base salary is one component of EBC’s comprehensive total rewards offering, which may include performance-based incentives, extended health and wellness benefits, retirement savings programs, and career development opportunities.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, EBC may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support the candidate pre-screening process. These tools are used responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws as well as EBC’s policies. Final decisions always remain the responsibility of our qualified talent acquisition professionals.

EBC welcomes applications from First Nations, Inuit, and Métis candidates and is committed to fostering an inclusive, culturally safe workplace.