Job Description

Senior Coordinator (Health and Safety)

Founded in 1953, Thomas Cavanagh Construction has continued to set the standard for quality construction and materials in Eastern Ontario. With our strategically located pits and quarries, our unmatched fleet of trucks and heavy equipment, our state-of-the-art facilities, and our dedicated employees, Thomas Cavanagh Construction has earned a reputation as one of Ottawa's most trusted and respected contractors.

The

Senior Coordinator (Health and Safety)

plays a critical leadership role in driving a proactive health and safety culture across all operational sites. This role provides expert-level guidance, strategic support, and mentorship in implementing and sustaining comprehensive health and safety systems. The Coordinator partners with senior site leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance, risk reduction, and the continual improvement of safety performance across industrial, construction, mining, and aggregate operations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the Health and Safety Management System (HSMS) across multiple sites. Serve as a trusted coordinator to operational leaders on matters related to occupational health and safety, including regulatory compliance, risk mitigation strategies, and safety leadership. Facilitate the development, implementation, and monitoring of site-specific Health & Safety Improvement Plans. Provide high-level coaching and mentorship to site safety coordinators and frontline supervisors to promote consistent and effective safety practices. Conduct complex risk assessments and support the design and implementation of effective controls using the hierarchy of controls framework. Collaborate with project and operations management in developing safe work procedures, especially for high-risk tasks such as heavy equipment use, confined spaces, working at heights, and energy isolation. Lead or oversee thorough investigations of serious incidents and high-potential near misses, ensuring root causes are identified and corrective actions are implemented. Monitor and analyze health and safety metrics to identify trends, ensure compliance, and guide strategic initiatives. Support regulatory inspections and represent the company in external audits, ensuring findings are addressed and closed out promptly. Coordinate return-to-work programs in collaboration with human resources and operational leaders to support injured workers' recovery and reintegration.

Key Qualifications and Experience:

Minimum 5 plus years of progressive experience in a health and safety role or supervisor role in construction, or industrial sectors would be an asset COR experience is an asset NCSO designation is an asset Post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field is required; CRSP, CHSC, or equivalent certification is considered a strong asset. Demonstrated expertise in interpreting and applying health and safety legislation and standards. Proven ability to lead safety initiatives in complex and dynamic work environments. Experience with safety software computer systems. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to influence at all levels of the organization. Strong analytical skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and data reporting tools.

Cavanagh Employee Benefits:

Family oriented work environment

Attractive, competitive compensation for qualified candidates

Internal growth opportunities

Training and development opportunities

Benefit, Wellness and Pension Plans

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 50 per week

Benefits:

Company car Company events Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Profit sharing Vision care Wellness program
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: On the road