OHS and Environment Advisor

Are you dreaming of a job where action meets impact?

Join Boréal Grues in the heart of Labrador and become an essential pillar of occupational health and safety! Here, every project presents a unique opportunity to make a difference, from large-scale lifting operations to complex industrial projects.

As an OHS and Environment Advisor, you'll be at the forefront, creating a safer working environment while inspiring teams in the field. You'll work directly on mine and industrial sites, collaborating closely with operators and managers to identify and correct hazards before they escalate into problems.

With a 60% field approach, you'll establish yourself as a trusted leader, capable of anticipating needs and providing concrete solutions.

What are we looking for in you?

Solid experience in an industrial or worksite environment, expertise in risk analysis, and above all, a proactive attitude.

If you're autonomous, pragmatic, and can rally a team around the importance of effective OHS practices, you're exactly the person we're seeking.

You’ll be able to assess complex situations, communicate effectively with diverse teams, and transform challenges into opportunities for improvement.

The position is based in Labrador-City-Fermont, with frequent travel to Baie‑Comeau and Sept‑Îles.

More specifically, the OHS and Environment Advisor's main responsibilities are to:

Management of health and safety systems

• Participate in the review and improvement of OHS management systems in compliance with applicable standards, laws and regulations.
• Develop, recommend and implement programs to foster an OHS culture within the company
• Disseminate relevant OHS information and promote company objectives to employees

Implementation of policies and procedures

• Review and implement programs, policies, and processes to eliminate OHS risks
• Ensure OHS procedures comply with laws and regulations (including WHMIS)
• Manage and maintain the CORE certification process specific to the province of Newfoundland and Labrador

Risk prevention and management

• Adopt a proactive approach to identifying, assessing, and correcting OHS risks
• Maintain a risk register and ensure that controls are in place to reduce critical risks
• Support the implementation of safe workplaces by applying techniques such as 5S

Employee training and awareness

• Ensure that managers and employees receive adequate OHS training
• Integrate OHS training needs into the company's annual plan and oversee the development of employees’ OHS skills

Incident and near-mis management

• Assist in investigating incidents and near misses, follow up on reports, and implement corrective measures
• Ensure that lessons learned from incidents are shared and that OHS practices are continuously improved

Performance measurement and compliance

• Participate in evaluating OHS program performance and ensure that improvement targets are met
• Help establish and monitor OHS performance indicators by collecting and analyzing relevant data

Working conditions

• Permanent, daytime position
• Flexible schedule of 42.5 h per week, Monday to Friday (between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.)
• Service van available for site visits
• Company-paid travel
• Comprehensive group insurance program (including dental insurance)
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (with employer contribution)
• Employee assistance program and telemedicine
• Annual vacation
• Floating vacations, sick days and federal statutory holidays
• Free coffee!