Health and Safety Advisor - Jobs in Portage and Main

Job Description

Why work for LafargeAs the global leader in innovative and sustainable building materials, we #39;re committed to shaping a greener, smarter and healthier world. At Lafarge Canada Inc., safety comes first, collaboration matters and diversity is celebrated with people who share our desire to continually make our materials better.Do you have the drive, the skills, and the passion to join usOverviewReporting to the Operations Manager, MBSK Winnipeg Aggregates and Ready Mix, the Health and Safety Advisor oversees the company #39;s safety and environmental systems as it applies to successful product manufacturing and delivery, project management, and client satisfaction. This role supports the operations to ensure Lafarge continues to lead the way in safety and environmental excellence and employer of choice.Position Summary:The Field Operations Advisor is to provide support to both the hourly and salary employees in respect to plant and jobsite safety. This is conducted by providing onsite support for operators as well as participating in operational hazard assessments and controls in partnership with the Supervisors.ResponsibilitiesSafety:

• Ensure all training certifications are valid, and reschedule when required
• Assist with near miss and incident reporting
• Assist in Coordination and facilitation of Annual Kick Off Meetings for all employees
• Facilitate Pre-employment and Post incident testing
• Track Division #39;s safety leading and lagging indicators and communicate to senior management team
• Assist in Division #39;s claims management program; monitor worker progress
• Facilitate minor incident investigations, liaise with regulatory authorities as needed, and support compliance through operational walking through operations
• Take minutes and participate in operational safety meetings promoting best practices and articulating employee #39;s concerns
• Execute corporate and Division specific policies, and safety initiatives to improve overall safety performance
• Coach and train Managers and Supervisors on internal and external safety policies and programs
• Conduct COR audits
• Ensure SiteDocs accounts are current
• Perform safety inspections including fire extinguishers and AEDs for administrative offices, attend operational inspections

Management /Operations Support:

• Conduct risk assessments and provide suggested controls for risks associated with acquired jobs
• Assist in problem solving site management issues
• Manage Motor Vehicle Incident reporting documents
• Assist in the Division #39;s Contractor Management Program
• Evaluate safety features on new and current equipment, trial new innovations, and provide feedback for management

QualificationsEducation and Work Experience:

• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health and Safety (preferred)
• Minimum 3 years of industry related safety experience
• Experience in a unionized environment is an asset
• Demonstrated strong application user skills for MS Office including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Capable of working on multidisciplinary team and independently
• Demonstrated strong problem solving skills
• Ability to think quickly in high stress situations
• Capable of maintaining composure in fast past industry
• Strong ability to influence and lead others at all levels in the organization

Competencies:

• Passionate aboutquot;Safety First quot;
• Influencing othersquot;Buy-In quot;
• Team player
• Innovative
• Motivational
• Commitmentamp; Consistent

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required.LafargeHolcimAs we are reinventing the way the world builds, we need world-class talent to join our Lafarge Canada team: people who are passionate, driven by curiosity and keen to grow, learn, develop and thrive in our high-performance culture.Whatever you do, you will make a difference here. Because we know that your passion and curiosity are the natural resources the world needs.Check out our YouTube channel to learn more about our operations and see all career opportunities at www.lafarge.ca/careers.We thank you for your interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Lafarge is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.