Health & Safety Coordinator

Do you know AGF Rebar? AGF rebar is a division of the AGF Group, a Canadian leader in the supply and installation of reinforcing steel since 1948. AGF group is a Canadian-based company with activities in 10 countries. We specialize in rebar and have participated in high-end projects like windmills, bridges, hospitals, sports complexes, commercial and residential buildings, and other infrastructures.

Reporting to the H&S Manager, the Health & Safety Coordinator, based in London, will be responsible for helping to promote and champion a positive Health & Safety culture at our plant and across our construction sites.

What we offer:

• Complete range of social benefits including RRSP;
• Annual wage increases and annual bonus;
• Dynamic and friendly work environment in a constantly growing industry;
• Physical activity reimbursement program;
• Kilometer reimbursement for site visits;
• Corporate discounts (ski resorts, golf, car rentals, furniture stores, etc.).

Main Job Responsibilities:

• Organize and support the completion of inspections, hazard assessments, toolbox talks, pre-shift Inspections, and preventative maintenance logs;
• Update the shop team with health and safety issues and inspections / audits findings in a timely manner;
• Collaborate with the operations teams to determine corrective actions for identified hazards;
• Ensure completion of the annual Health and Safety Improvement Plan (HSIP);
• Meet COR certification requirements and maintain the certification;
• Assist in the reporting and investigation processes for all incidents, accidents, and near misses to determine corrective actions;
• Ensure Incident claims and Early and Safe Return to Work Programs are managed in a timely manner;
• Ensure incident data is up to date and that all reporting requirements are met;
• Participate in maintaining and updating the company's Health & Safety management program;
• Organize, track, and facilitate safety training for workers;
• Conduct orientations for new employees and annual refreshers;
• Ensure training is up to date and the training and skills matrix is maintained;
• Track and monitor company performance of H&S incident statistics and KPIs, identify trends, and provide recommendations to operations;
• Facilitate completion of ongoing corrective action items in a timely manner;
• Notify all relevant parties of H&S incidents, updates, and investigation or inspection results;
• Organize and minute monthly JHSC and regular safety meetings;
• Participate in the development of safe work practices;
• Carry out daily shop tours and audit H&S performance of assigned facilities monthly;
• Provide ongoing support to the AGF Rebar H&S Team with training, troubleshooting, and implementation of Sitedocs H&S Software;
• Participate in H&S and Operations meetings and complete action items as assigned;
• All other duties as assigned by their supervisor.