Site Safety Advisor

Fred Welsh Ltd. team in conjunction with Trotter & Morton Ltd. (FWL-TM) is looking for a motivated individual to join our team in Duncan British Columbia to assist on the Cowichan District Hospital Replacement Project. We are committed to creating a safe and productive environment for our team and clients. We are currently seeking a knowledgeable and proactive Site Safety Advisor to join our team on a part-time basis.

Position Type: Part-Time (2 days a week)

Compensation: Hourly rate ranges from $40.86 to $43.27 

This is an “Onsite” position that will be based in a construction site in Duncan, British Columbia.

Roles and Responsibilities

Safety Inspections and Audits:

• Conduct regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations
• Prepare detailed reports of inspections, including observations, recommendations, and follow-up actions

Safety Training and Awareness:

• Deliver safety training programs for site personnel to promote a culture of safety
• Ensure all employees are familiar with site-specific safety protocols and emergency procedures

Incident Management:

• Respond to and investigate safety incidents, accidents, and near-misses
• Document and report incidents, analyze root causes, and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure site operations comply with local, provincial, and federal safety regulations, as well as industry best practices
• Stay updated on changes in safety regulations and standards and implement necessary adjustments

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with site management, site employees and to promote safety and address safety-related concerns
• Facilitate regular safety meetings and communicate safety updates and initiatives effectively.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, training, incidents, and compliance activities.
• Prepare and submit safety performance reports to management as required.

Required Skills

• Professional and approachable with good customer service skills
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude
• Good critical thinking skills
• Effective Communication skills, both written & oral
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and work effectively with others
• Ability to engage and coach individual's
• A good understanding of Microsoft Office applications
• Attention to detail in completing documentation and managing computer systems e.g. Procore, Power BI

Required Experience

• Completion of or working towards an accredited Occupational Health & Safety Certificate
• National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) is preferred 
• Experience in a Health and Safety role, usually evidenced by 5 years of experience
• Experience working in the construction industry is an asset

Additional Requirements

• Valid Class 5 Drivers License is required

We firmly believe our employees are our best assets and we are committed to providing ongoing training and support to allow them to reach their full potential. Trotter & Morton Group of Companies is an industry-leader in safety, and we strive for an incident-free workplace in all aspects of our operations. If you have a strong work ethic and commitment to excellence, apply today and build a rewarding career as a member of our high-performing team.

Our Commitment to Diversity

The Trotter & Morton Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring talented, qualified professionals without regard to race, age, gender, or any other protected ground and to providing an environment without discrimination.

Every effort is made to provide fair and equal employment and development opportunities and to ensure that our policies regarding hiring, compensation, promotions, and transfers are based solely on skills and capabilities, job requirements, job performance, and other job-related criteria.

We thank all applicants in advance, however, we will only contact candidates selected for an interview.