Health & Safety Specialist

About us

Come join PERI Canada, where every team member is an ambassador asked to make PERI unique and successful, as we tackle future challenges together as one team!

A family-owned global company who is a worldwide leader in formwork, scaffolding & engineering applications since 1969. Our mission is to provide the best service to customers making construction more efficient, faster and safer.

Why Join?

• Competitive Compensation & Retirement package
• Growth Development & Training opportunities
• Great Team Environment that is diverse, inclusive, and innovative
• Culture built on mutual respect, trust, and appreciation
• Environmentally Conscious with high occupational safety standards, while promoting Wellness & Wellbeing

Our Culture drives our strong values to be: Entrepreneurial – Reliable - Open-minded - & Passionate

These values are what drives how we make decisions, how we serve our customers and how we build our team.

What you'll do on a typical day:

• Perform and document risk assessments, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and hazardous goods program reviews. 
• Establish and maintain a professional network for benchmarking and research to ensure that PERI Formwork Systems Inc.'s H&S policies reflect best practices. 
• Liaise with external organizations, committees, agencies, and associations to stay current on changes to legislation, regulations, and industry practices. 
• Investigate and report on near-miss incidents or workers' compensation claims, implementing solutions to eliminate controllable risks. 
• Manage the lifecycle of claims related to lost-time injuries, illness, or modified duties. 
• Develop and execute safety campaigns to support a safety-first culture through awareness and education. 
• Conduct needs assessments and lead the path to ISO 45001 certification. 
• Establishes and maintains the necessary professional network for benchmarking and research to ensure PERI Formwork Systems Inc.’s approach to H&S policies and procedures reflect best practices.

What you'll need to be successful:

• Strong team-building and leadership skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization. 
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and decision-making abilities, with proven problem-solving skills. 
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, capable of building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders. 
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to present complex information clearly. 
• Sound organizational, analytical, judgement and decision-making skills with proven abilities in problem solving.
•  University degree in Science or Engineering or equivalent industrial experience. 
• Occupational Health and Safety Degree, Diploma, or Certificate (CRSP designation is an asset). 
• Construction Safety Officer Certificate or other relevant safety certifications are an asset. 
• 3-5 years of relevant functional experience in health and safety roles. 
• Minimum of 2 years of experience influencing team members at all levels within an organization. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs and general computer skills. 
• Flexible, motivated individual with the ability to adapt quickly and effectively. 
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced environment · Flexible Worker – Primarily Day shift. However, must be prepared to flex schedule to support off shifts as needed due to the site being 24/5 facility. Must be a flexible and agile worker to meet wider leadership duties.

What your benefits will be:

• Health (including paramedical), Vision & Dental
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Company Matching RRSP
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Performance Bonus

We thank all applicants for their interest in the position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

Accommodation for candidates with disabilities is available throughout the recruitment process upon request  

PERI is an Equal Opportunity Employer