Construction Safety Coordinator

Livingstone Landscaping Ltd. is the largest Landscaping Firm operating in Southwestern Manitoba & Southern Saskatchewan, with our office based in the City of Brandon. We pride ourselves in our exceptional customer service and outstanding team of employees. We offer a rewarding, friendly environment with great health benefits and competitive wages.

Duties and Responsibilities: Safety Coordinator

• Assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of a Safety and Health Program including the identification, communication and control of work site hazards
• Monitor the safety performance of all on‐site workers
• Encourage and educate workers to take precautions and adhere to safety rules to protect themselves and the tools/equipment they use from damage
• Identify and review various health and safety concerns specific to the work site and ensure construction site activities do not put non‐construction site people outside of the site at risk
• Investigate all injuries, accidents and near misses. Identify the causes and advise on any improvement in safety standards that need to be made
• Review incident summary reports and take appropriate action when trends are unfavorable
• Ensure safety reports and data are collected and submitted to management, and other site contractors as required, including:
• Site orientations
• Incident reports and W.C.B. forms
• Hazard assessments and Inspections
• Toolbox/Tailgate meetings
• Site Safety Committee meetings
• Audit reports and actions taken
• Provide internal site specific or arrange external site‐specific safety training to employees
• Ensure MSDS of all controlled products on site are up‐to‐date and available to workers
• Act as a liaison with the government (WSH), WCB, ambulance services and hospitals, management, subcontractors and workers regarding aspects of health and safety on and off the job
• Perform one audit each year to maintain valid Auditor status
• Advise on appropriate protective equipment and on the cost of implementing changes
• Assist injured workers in obtaining Modified Duties and administer the return to work policy

Qualification Requirements:

• Familiar with government regulations relating to Health and Safety
• Knowledge of investigation techniques, ability to determine root causes, and propose corrective actions
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within the construction industry
• Ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports
• Ability to foster a cooperative business environment, both internally and externally
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem‐solving skills

Education and/ or Experience:

• Working towards, or completion of, Safety Certification (NCSO), an asset
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Publisher)
• Knowledge of the operating practices of the construction industry
• Familiar with COR Certification Program
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License

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