Job Description

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Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Safety Specialist to join our team! In this role you will advise and assist the management team in the establishment and implementation of Parsons' ESHARP Management System Procedure and the Faro Mine Site Project Safety, Health and Environmental Plan (PSHEP) - identifying, communicating and/or eliminating or controlling hazards to persons and property. You will report organizationally to the Faro Mine Site Project Safety Manager.
What You'll Be Doing:

• Attend meetings as requested (e.g., Parsons, contractor, client). Provide feedback on content and quality to Project Safety Manager and other stakeholders as needed.
• Utilize safety management software to document incidents (including proactive events), meetings, inspections, orientations, observations, and corrective actions.
• Conduct inspections as requested.
• Review contractor documentation associated with work activities to confirm a proper hazard assessment has been completed and required permits are in place.
• Engage managers and supervisors in the risk assessment process for new or modified work activities.
• Participate in the development and/or review of SWP/SJP/AHA as requested.
• Provide safety orientations (as needed) to personnel, including Parsons employees, contractors, vendors and visitors.
• Oversee provision and documentation of first aid treatment and communication to appropriate personnel when applied.
• Assist manager/supervisor with conducting incident investigations to ensure the identification of root causes and corrective actions.
• Complete prequalification of potential contractors and review of safety plans prior to mobilization.
• Develop and/or provide training materials to workers as requested.
• Maintain active and visible involvement using open communication with employees and stakeholders regarding SH&E issues on the project.
• Provide assistance as requested with internal or external audits and corrective action plans.
• Other responsibilities as needed or assigned by the Project Safety Manager.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related field (or equivalent experience) and typically 5+ years of related work experience in the field of Health and Safety.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of Yukon health and safety regulations and reporting procedures, as well as good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient computer skills and use of safety management software.
• Willingness to be an active participant on a health and safety committee
• Experience working at an active or inactive surface mine is preferred
• Emergency response training is preferred
• Experience with Certificate of Recognition (COR) process is preferred
• Mine rescue certification is preferred, including but not limited to being medically fit for the nature of the work required
• Willingness to obtain and/or maintain first aid certification

This position is part of our Corporate team.
For over 80 years, Parsons Corporation, has shaped the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. Our employees work in a close-knit team environment to find new, innovative ways to deliver smart solutions that are used and valued by customers around the world. By combining unique technologies with deep domain expertise across cybersecurity, missile defense, space, connected infrastructure, transportation, smart cities, and more, we're providing tomorrow's solutions today.
We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as health, vision, dental, employer paid provincial care premiums, Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), life insurance, paid time off, sick leave, all province observed holidays off, and gym membership discounts to fit your busy lifestyle!
Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for indigenous peoples, women, individuals with disabilities, and visible minorities.
We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest--APPLY TODAY!
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