Health and Safety Specialist Job at Mattamy Homes

Mattamy Homes Ottawa, ON

Location:

Ottawa, Ontario – 5 Days/Week Onsite)

Company :

Mattamy Homes Canada

Department:

Health and Safety, Construction, Midrise & Low Rise Division

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Reports to:

Manager, Health and Safety

When it comes to forward-thinking homebuilding and thoughtfully planned communities, Canadians think of Mattamy Homes. And that success is centred on a foundation of great people, because our team is as solid as they come. At Mattamy, we are optimistic, hardworking and supportive. Together we learn and grow as we strive to create a positive impact in the homebuilding industry. Contributing to the Mattamy Way means being surrounded by caring people who encourage you to be exactly who you are. It means your opinion is invited and your contributions count. And it means a career filled with pride, knowing you’re part of an environmentally-conscious, action-oriented organization with big plans for the future. The opportunity to bring the future of living to homeowners based on what Canadians value is exciting – and we’re making it happen.

Learn more about what makes working at Mattamy special and our award-winning culture.


What we offer

Reporting to the Manager of Health & Safety, the Health & Safety Specialist works in collaboration with the Ottawa area Mid Rise & Low Rise Senior Builders and other stakeholders identified in the project-specific Health & Safety execution plan. The Health & Safety Specialist promotes and maintains a safe, and legally compliant construction site within our Ottawa Mid Rise & Low Rise communities through diligent communication, application, and coordination of Mattamy’s corporate Health and Safety Protocols, Safe Operating Procedures and Safety programs pertinent to its communities under construction..


What you’ll do

  • Assist with the development, implementation, and monitoring of the Project Specific HS Execution Plan with the assistance of the Project Management Team and the Senior Builders / Construction team.
  • Collaborate with the Senior Builder, Construction team and trade contractors to ensure their duties are performed in compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Regulations, Mattamy Safety Policies and Project Specific HSE Execution Plan.
  • Monitor project site conditions and behaviours to identify risks and provide project leaders with input and recommendations to enhance safety performance.
  • Ensure that Mattamy and trade contractors are conducting regular effective inspections of their work areas.
  • Manage HS related documentation as required by local legislation and/or Mattamy safety policies.
  • Coordinate the facilitation of new worker and trade partner site specific HSE orientation in conjunction with the Senior Builder.
  • Participate in Mattamy’s Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) as a management representative.
  • Manage modified work programs within the requirements of the policy and local regulations.
  • Ongoing liaison with WSIB/WCB, Area/Corporate HS Team, and HR BP’s regarding rehabilitation or return to work plans.
  • Conduct inspections, audits, and incident investigations as directed by the Health & Safety Manager.


What
you bring

  • At least 2-3 years’ experience coordinating and managing health and safety in construction and residential real estate.
  • University degree or college diploma, specializing in occupational health & safety discipline, with optional training in technical applications, trades or construction techniques or comparable work experience.
  • OHS Provincial Certification.
  • Have a valid First Aid/CPR certificate
  • Clear and concise oral and written communication skills with accuracy in details.
  • Possess organizational skills and flexibility to plan, initiate, organize, and prioritize own work.
  • A team player, who values communication and can operate effectively with peers.
  • Proactive and resourceful, with a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn.
  • Possess strong existing computer skills with ability to use Microsoft Office suite applications.
  • Proficiency in using digital H&S Tracking tools.
  • Valid driver’s license with good driving record and the ability to drive to job site.


Bonus points

  • Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) and/or National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) is considered an asset
  • Previous experience with investigating, interviewing, documenting, and reporting incidents and accidents in a health & safety context is considered an asset.
  • Background in Training and/or Education and or experience delivering EHS Training programs to individuals and groups preferred.


We encourage applicants who meet most of the role requirements to hit that submit button and apply! It’s okay if you don’t have 100% of the requirements. If you’re the right candidate, we’ll help you learn and grow.


Who we are

Mattamy Homes is the largest privately owned homebuilder in North America, with 40-plus years of history across Canada and the United States. Every year, Mattamy helps more than 8,000 families realize their dream of home ownership. In Canada, our communities stretch across the Greater Toronto Area as well as in Ottawa, Calgary and Edmonton.


Be yourself. We want it that way.

At Mattamy, we're passionate about creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work. Diversity and inclusion are important to the work we do to support our homebuyers, colleagues, and communities. From how we build our teams to cultivating our leaders, we're on a journey toward a welcoming, barrier-free culture for everyone.
Mattamy Homes Canada is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation through any aspects of the selection process, please notify us on your application and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Qualified applicants will be contacted directly by the Talent Acquisition team.



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