Construction Safety Coordinator *ANTICIPATORY*

Update: Closing date extended

Important messages

Giving you the best chance to succeed!
At Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) we are committed to running inclusive and barrier-free recruitment processes.

If you have a limitation that may impact your performance at any steps of the assessment process (such as during a written test or an interview), you may request an accommodation. Assessment accommodations are designed to remove barriers, and to ensure that candidates with limitations can fully demonstrate their abilities. Should you wish to be accommodated, please direct your inquiry to the contact identified at the bottom of this poster. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

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When submitting an application to this selection process, you will be prompted to answer screening questions concerning the essential education and experience qualifications and, if applicable, other (non-essential) qualifications. When answering these questions, please provide detailed, concrete examples that clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirement. The screening board cannot make any assumptions about candidates’ experience. You must include the length of time that you performed each function and where you obtained the qualification. It is not sufficient to only state that the qualifications are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Your answers to the screening questions should be supported by your resume. Failure to clearly substantiate how you meet the screening criteria may result in the rejection of your application. Candidates will not be solicited for incomplete or possible missing information.

The responses to the screening questions may be used to assess the ability to communicate effectively in writing.

Duties

What is a Regional Construction Safety Coordinator?

Reporting to the Regional Manager, Health and Safety, the incumbent is responsible for the operations within the Construction and Maintenance Health and Safety Program.

He or she shall:
· Provide advice and guidance regarding OHS aspects of construction projects and maintenance programs;
· Review and verify health and safety requirements that must be included in the contractual terms and conditions of tender documents;
· Review the site specific safety plans for construction projects developed by the contractor to ensure hazards identified are comprehensive and that measures are provided to mitigate those hazards;
· Liaise with federal, provincial and/or territorial administrations responsible for work to obtain written, accurate interpretations of federal, provincial and/or territorial laws related to safety on construction sites;
· Provide training to support the Construction and Maintenance Safety Program;
· Conduct inspections and/or site audits of construction sites to ensure the health and safety compliance of construction projects and maintenance work sites;
· Support project managers by identifying hazards and unsafe working conditions, recommending accountability controls, and initiating stop work when necessary;
· Work at heights, climb ladders or scaffolding, work near and /or over water, and other hazardous work areas with potential exposure to confined spaces and to noise, dust, smoke, etc;
· Must wear personal protective equipment demonstrating best work practices when on site;
· Advise Architects and Engineers in design concepts related to safety and interpretation of legislation and standards;
· Conduct hazard assessments of confined spaces advising managers of necessary precautions and protocols.
· Provide expert input into departmental policies and procedures.

Work environment

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At PSPC, our approach to inclusion is simple: we are committed to achieving a competent and representative workforce that reflects the diversity of the Canadian population we serve, and strive to create a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment that enables collaboration and innovation. When you succeed, we all succeed.

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates may be established through this process to staff identical or similar positions, within Public Services and Procurement Canada with various language requirements, security requirements and tenures.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Education
Successful completion of a post-secondary certification program in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) with emphasis on construction health and safety, or a combination of education, training, and experience related to construction or maintenance safety.

Degree equivalency

Experience
- Recent* experience in monitoring construction sites for compliance with federal or provincial/territorial occupational health and safety legislation.

- Recent* and Significant**experience in providing advice and guidance to various stakeholders with respect to federal or provincial occupational health and safety legislation, regulations, or standards.

* Recent is defined as having experience acquired within the last three (3) years.
**Significant refers to the depth and breadth of experience associated with the performance of a broad range of related activities which were the candidate’s primary work responsibilities. It will be assessed on the basis of the scope, complexity and the diversity of the work performed.

- Experience in monitoring multi-trade construction or maintenance projects and ensuring adherence to provincial occupational health and safety provisions.

- Experience in risk assessment techniques.

- Experience in developing and delivering presentations, training sessions, or information sessions.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

- Successful completion of the training requirements for:
• Construction Health and Safety Officer Certification (CHSO)
• Construction Safety Supervisor (CSS)

- Certification, or eligibility* for certification, as a Canadian Registered Safety Professional.
*Eligibility is recognized as approval by Qualifications Review Committee to write CRSP examination.

- Experience working in construction or maintenance safety in the federal public service.

- Experience in monitoring multi-trade construction / maintenance projects and ensuring adherence to federal occupational health and safety provisions.

- Experience working on multi-disciplinary project teams and developing partnerships (for example: with organizations and/or regulatory agencies).

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:
- Knowledge of the Canada Labour Code Pt II and federal and provincial occupational health and safety or construction safety legislation, including the provincial/territorial legislation.
- Knowledge of hazard identification and risk assessment methodologies.
- Knowledge of construction site hazards, causes of accidents, and measures to mitigate those risks

Competencies
- Demonstrating Integrity and Respect
- Thinking Things Through
- Working Effectively With Others
- Client Service, Level 1
- Showing Initiative and Being Action Oriented
- Reliability

Abilities
- Ability to communicate effectively orally
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities and deadlines
- Ability to use word processing software
- Ability to use spreadsheet software
- Ability to identify issues and provide technical advice or recommendations
- Ability to analyze and interpret data
- Ability to develop and present safety-related training sessions or information

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to candidates, who, at the time of application, self-declare* as belonging to one of the following designated Employment Equity groups: Women, Indigenous (Aboriginal) Peoples, Persons with Disabilities and Members of Visible Minorities.

* We therefore encourage you to self-declare during the online application process by selecting the appropriate box under the Employment Equity section.

For further details, please refer to the “Other information” section.

Information on employment equity

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

- Willing and able to travel frequently, occasionally on short notice, and to remote locations.
- Willing and able to work overtime, occasionally on short notice, including evenings and weekends.
- Possession of a valid, class 5 driver’s license or personal mobility to the extent normally associated with the possession of a valid driver’s license, within the limits of the Treasury Board Policy.
- Willing and able to work at heights, climb and descend ladders, work on or near water, enter hazardous locations, etc.
- Willing and able to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for any situation.
- Adherence to the PSPC Code of Conduct

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language(s) of their choice.

A random and/or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.