Health and Safety Specialist
Terrapex Environmental Ltd. is a respected and growing consulting company providing environmental, geotechnical, hydrogeological and related services to private- and public-sector clients throughout Ontario. Our services include transactional due diligence, site assessment and remediation, environmental liability management, facilities management, consulting/legal support, geotechnical investigation and design, construction inspection and materials testing, occupational hygiene, safety consulting, and environmental and health and safety auditing. Our core values of Integrity, Technical Excellence, Personal Service, Practical Approach and Respect have informed the firm’s development and have created a work environment focused on client service and employee satisfaction.
Terrapex is excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Health & Safety Specialist to join our client’s team on-site for the construction of a Data Centre in the Greater Toronto Area. This is a full-time contract role, expected to last approximately 18 months, with the potential for extension based on the evolving needs of the project and Terrapex.
The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of hands-on Health & Safety experience in construction, with demonstrated expertise in managing high-risk activities such as electrical safety and critical lifts. A strong understanding of constructor responsibilities and a valid NCSO designation, or equivalent.
We’re looking for someone who:
- Thrives in collaborative environments
- Communicates clearly and professionally
- Works independently with strong attention to detail
- Brings a proactive mindset and strong work ethic
As the on-site Health & Safety representative, you’ll work closely with project staff and subcontractors to promote a proactive safety culture that prioritizes the well-being of every worker. You’ll ensure all safety programs meet regulatory requirements and align with the client’s elevated safety standards, which exceed basic compliance.
As a subject matter expert, you bring a passion for health and safety, take initiative, and lead with confidence and integrity—upholding the highest standards of excellence on site.
Qualifications
- Develop strategic roadmap, timing, and periodicity of safety deliverables for project
- Manage safety deliverables identified for project delivery
- Understand and train team for client-specific reporting requirements for incidents and worker hours
- Provide communication expectations with project team
- Participate in site safety walks
- Participate in site meetings such as OAC, GC orientations, foreman meetings, GC safety meetings. List not inclusive
- Team guidance and leadership
- Certification (CRSP, CSO, NCSO, GSC-CSC, CSP, CIH, etc).
- Must have a deep understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Construction Regulation, Industrial Establishments Regulation and related regulations and their applicability
- Must have working knowledge of and ability to implement electrical safety procedures with a deep understanding of CSA Z462 (NFPA 70e) and the control of hazardous energy sources
- Additional safety training such as OSHA 10 or 30-hour for Construction or General Industry, 24-hour or 40-hour HAZWOPER is a plus
- Proficient with management/supervision of high-risk activities including electrical safety, excavation, fall protection, material handling and crane operations
If you think you are a match for this role or want to learn more, we would love to hear from you!
Terrapex offers a competitive rate of pay, commensurate with experience. It is expected that the position may require some additional work, as the work schedule will conform to the hours of the project site.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to careers@terrapex.com. While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
Terrapex is committed to providing a diverse and barrier‑free work environment in concert with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. As such, Terrapex will make accommodations available to applicants upon request during the recruitment process.
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