01 Feb
Groupe Desgagnés
Newfoundland and Labrador
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!
College training in occupational health and safety or equivalent
3 to 5 years' experience as an occupational health and safety consultant
Excellent knowledge of the CORE certification process
Experience in an industrial, construction or mining environment
Strong understanding of occupational health and safety laws and regulations
Fluently bilingual, both written and spoken (French-English)
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite software
Membership in the Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals (BCRSP), is an asset
NLCSA Construction Safety Officer Designation (CSO), an asset
Holding an ASP Construction du Québec card, is an asset
Rigorous and organized
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to reconcile administrative tasks with field presence
Ability to work collaboratively in a team
Navigate your future with us!
Boréal Grues inc.
Boréal Grues Inc. offers turnkey project management services for all types of lifting projects. It specializes in industrial lifting in Newfoundland and Labrador from its offices in Wabush. Boreal Cranes is the benchmark for lifting operations in Labrador, providing services from Labrador City to Goose Bay, as well as in the Fermont and Schefferville areas.
Tessier Limitée
Tessier Limited offers turnkey project management services for all types of lifting projects. From its offices in Baie-Comeau and Sept-Îles, the company specializes in exceptional marine and industrial projects throughout Quebec and Canada's Far North. The expertise and technical competence of its teams, combined with state-of-the-art equipment,
will continue to ensure its growth and success.
Ready for a new opportunity ?
Contact us to find out if the OHS and Environment Advisor position is right for you!
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