Posted 16 days ago
Safety Coordinator
@ RailWorks
Guelph, Ontario
Overview
RailWorks is hiring a Safety Coordinator to support its HSE management system, reporting to the HSE Manager. The role covers safety administration, audits and inspections, training and communications, and records management. The posting lists a salary of $65,000 to $85,000 and a benefits package that includes health and dental coverage, an employee assistance program, an employer RRSP match and a competitive time off policy.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain safety records and HSE data
- Conduct safety audits and inspections
- Purchase safety supplies and PPE
- Deliver orientation and safety training
- Respond to HSE inquiries from staff and clients
Requirements summary:
- Post-secondary education in health and safety or two years of safety administration experience
- Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Strong oral and written communication
- Valid driver's licence
- Railway or construction experience an asset
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · successfactors
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-21
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-22
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-22
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Quality assurance |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Plant or factory, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | College diploma (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Health and Safety, Occupational Health and Safety |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Wellness |
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RailWorks
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North America's leading provider of rail infrastructure solutions
Full company description
RailWorks builds and maintains rail transportation infrastructure that keeps people and goods moving across the United States and Canada. As a company, RailWorks believes that great work comes from commitment – commitment to quality, commitment to consistency, commitment to safety. When we commit to better work, we’re not just doing well by our customers; we’re also protecting the people important to us and paying homage to a long history of world-class service. What We Do: - Rail Construction & Maintenance - Signals & Communications - Steel ties and turnouts via our NARSTCO division - Maintenance of Way services Our Customers: - Transit authorities and transportation agencies/departments - Railroads of all sizes - Passenger and commuter rail lines - Private industries serviced by rail
- LinkedIn followers
- 35,347
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 804
- Reported office locations
- 5 Penn Plaza, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10001, US
- Business categories
- Construction
- Infrastructure
- Railroad
- Transportation
- Construction, repair and maintenance
- Other recorded names
- RailWorks
- RailWorks Corporation
- Specialties
- Rail Track Construction
- Maintenance and Rehabilitation
- Transit Systems Contracting
- Signals and Communications
- and Steel ties
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
RailWorks builds and maintains rail transportation infrastructure that keeps people and goods moving across the United States and Canada. As a company, RailWorks believes that great work comes from commitment – commitment to quality, commitment to consistency, commitment to safety. When we commit to better work, we’re not just doing well by our customers; we’re also protecting the people important to us and paying…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | New York, NY |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1998 |
| Specialties | Rail Track ConstructionMaintenance and RehabilitationTransit Systems ContractingSignals and Communicationsand Steel ties |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 30 |
| View page |
Job ID: 20211
Benefits Offering
- Health & Dental Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Employer RRSP match
Competitive Time Off Policy
Compensation
$65,000 - $85,000
Position Summary
Reporting to the HSE Manager, the Health & Safety Coordinator 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
Provide administrative support relating to safety documented information and records management
Coordinates the collection of HSE data, assists in preparation of safety documents
Conducts safety audits and inspections
Coordinators purchasing of safety supplies and PPE
Participates in the development and implementation of HSE programs
Prepares various forms of HSE communications to support the HSE Management System
Metrics reporting and collection of data
Participates and conducts the Orientation training process and other safety specific training
Responding/fielding HSE related inquiries from PNR employee’s and external client’s
Prepares meeting minutes, participates and assists in safety calls, meetings and conferences
Participates in and supports JHSC functions, provides guidance
Ensures required safety bulletins and documents are posted and shared with the workforce
Works in collaboration with Quality Assurance and Document Control Teams to update existing procedures, plans and other related safety documents
Administrative duties to support the HSE team
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Completion of post-secondary education in Health & Safety or relevant field, or equivalent relevant experience (min. of two years’ experience in a safety administrative capacity)
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
Company Overview
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.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with PNR RailWorks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law.
PNR RailWorks is committed to fostering an equitable, accessible, and inclusive workplace. As such, PNR RailWorks will ensure reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process, including the interview. If selected for an interview, requests for accommodation can be confidentially made to a member of the recruitment team who will arrange in advance for reasonable and appropriate accommodation for fair and equitable assessment throughout the process.
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