Safety Officer

Safety Officer

Ocean Park Mechanical is one of the premier design-build mechanical contractors in Western Canada and Western USA, with operations in Washington, Oregon, California, Idaho, and British Columbia. Specializing in value added engineering and design-build projects, our goal is always to build the most efficient systems for the best value possible. With projects ranging from low-rise and high-rise residential, hotels, and offices, as well as industrial and commercial projects, we have continually proven our ability and desire to provide the best service possible for our clients. By providing the majority of mechanical requirements in-house, including engineering, 3D-design, plumbing, sheet metal, HVAC, refrigeration, and controls, we are a "ONE-STOP" shop for any project. Let's build something together. Purpose of Position: We are looking for an experienced Safety Officer to join our team and lead health and safety initiatives and programs for our Idaho operations. The Safety Officer will be committed to providing and maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for all employees. This commitment involves delivering top-quality service while taking necessary precautions to prevent injuries to employees, clients, and the public. The Safety Officer adheres to OH&S/OSHA and other safety regulations at the federal, state, local, and industry levels.

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary: $80,000 to $120,000 D.O.E
• Company Paid Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, Life
• Optional benefits: Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness insurance
• 401 (K) with company match up to 4%
• Paid Vacation, sick days, and holidays

Job Location: Boise, Idaho Reporting Structure: The Safety Officer reports directly to the Project Manager with a reporting relationship with the Regional Manager, Superintendent, and the Senior Health and Safety Manager - North America. Primary Responsibilities:

• Champion the company Safety Program by promoting a standardized and consistent safety culture across OPM
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance with safety legislation and regulations
• Enforce safety programs, policies, and procedures and ensure that programs are in compliance with regulatory bodies and client requirements
• Develop and maintain emergency response plans, including first-aid procedures, fire safety, and evacuation plans
• Stay current with all relevant safety regulations and standards and ensure the company's compliance with them
• Communicate, and provide guidance and support to sites for Safety Meetings and toolbox talks
• Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and job site inspections to identify potential hazards and develop strategies for their mitigation
• Promote and manage safety training, orientations, and educational programs for all employees and ensure that employees are aware of and follow safety guidelines
• Investigate and analyze workplace accidents, incidents, and near misses to identify root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence
• Ensure that incident investigations are completed in a timely manner and the results, including corrective actions, are communicated to regulatory bodies, senior management and appropriate stakeholders
• Ensure investigations meet all regulatory bodies and client requirements and directly participate in all serious incident investigations
• Ensure that subcontractors and other third parties working with the company adhere to safety standards and protocols
• Compile and analyze safety data, and regularly report safety performance to management, recommending improvements as needed
• Represent the company on Safety matters with external groups and associations
• Perform daily site walks
• Perform site walks with other trade safety personnel as required

Experience, Education & Qualifications:

• Related degree, diploma or certificate(s) in Occupational Health and/or Safety or a related field; relevant certifications such as CHST, OHST, CSP, OSHA 30 required, OSHA 500 preferred
• Knowledge and a solid understanding of the Occupation Health and Safety Act ("OHSA"), and other relevant regulations and legislations
• Experience working on large scale semi-conductor or bio-pharmaceutical project considered a strong asset
• 3+ years' Safety field experience
• Comprehensive working knowledge of OSHA Acts and Regulations
• Possess a broad knowledge of government policies, regulations and industry standards as they apply to the construction industry
• Previous experience with COR Audits considered an asset
• Experience working with unions considered an asset

Skills & Proficiencies:

• Proven performance in leadership and managing successful health and safety programs and initiatives
• Able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet the time demands of unpredictable activities, capable of handling pressure and challenges in a dynamic business environment
• Strong organization, analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and experience with safety management systems
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills

Ocean Park Mechanical is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and encourages applicants of all backgrounds. If you're interested in a fulfilling career with Ocean Park Mechanical, please submit your application. Only those candidates who meet the job requirements will be contacted for an interview. No agency phone calls, emails, or submissions please.