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Health & Safety Assistant

Location

Cochrane

Opening

Immediate

Term of Employment

Full-Time

Pay

$60,000 – $80,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

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Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist and conduct regular workplace inspections, identifying hazards, and ensuring compliance with established safety procedures.


  • Support the investigation of workplace accidents, near misses, and other incidents by collecting data, identifying root causes, and contributing to corrective action planning.


  • Assist in the development, coordination, and delivery of health and safety training sessions and educational materials.


  • Maintain organized and accurate health and safety records, including inspection reports, incident logs, training records, and other required documentation.


  • Help ensure company-wide adherence to all relevant occupational health and safety regulations and standards.


  • Liaise with employees, supervisors, and management to promote a strong safety culture and address safety concerns or updates.


  • Provide general administrative assistance, such as scheduling meetings, preparing reports, and managing correspondence within the Health and Safety Department.


  • Support the rollout and monitoring of new or revised health and safety policies, programs, and procedures.


  • Assist in tracking, maintaining, and distributing personal protective equipment (PPE) and other safety-related materials.


  • Help prepare statistical and narrative reports related to safety performance, incidents, and audit findings.

Qualifications / Skills

  • Solid understanding of Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), WHMIS, and other applicable provincial/federal safety legislation.


  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey safety information clearly and effectively.


  • Excellent organizational and time management abilities; able to manage multiple tasks and priorities.


  • High attention to detail and accuracy in reporting, documentation, and record-keeping.


  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a cross-functional team.


  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).


  • Experience with safety management systems or software platforms is an asset.


  • Ability to assist with and document workplace inspections, audits, and incident investigations.


  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions.


  • Comfortable speaking in front of small groups and assisting with training delivery or toolbox talks.


  • Must be willing and able to travel to various Villeneuve Construction job sites and facilities as required.


  • Valid G-Class driver’s license with a clean driving record is required.


  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.


  • Certification or training in First Aid/CPR, Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC), or other safety-related programs is considered an asset.


  • Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset, particularly for communicating across northern Ontario job sites.


  • Experience in construction, heavy equipment, mining, or industrial environments is an asset.

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