Safety Advisor

rcs construction inc. is on the lookout for a Safety Advisor to join our team based in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador. Are you seeking to grow your career in a collaborative, fast-paced construction environment where safety truly comes first? This could be the perfect opportunity for you.

As an integral part of our Safety team, the Safety Advisor will play a key role in supporting the implementation and continuous improvement of our Safety First & Always Program, ensuring compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) legislation and fostering a proactive safety culture across all active job sites. 

How You'll Spend Your Day

• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the Safety First & Always Program across active construction sites
• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health & Safety legislation, regulations, and company policies across all projects
• Conduct site inspections, safety audits, and hazard assessments to identify risks and drive corrective actions
• Lead incident investigations and root-cause analyses, supporting prevention and continuous learning
• Deliver safety orientations, training sessions, and toolbox talks to employees and subcontractors Maintain and manage safety documentation, including training records, inspections, and hazard assessments Collaborate with project teams, clients, and subcontractors to promote safe work practices and align on safety expectations 
• Support safety audits and contribute to corrective action planning and safety performance improvement initiatives
• Coordinate JOHSC activities, including meetings, minutes, and action item tracking
• Ensure safety equipment, tools, and resources are available, inspected, and properly maintained across all job sites

What Will Help You Thrive

• Certificate or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety (or related field), or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 

• 2 - 3 years relevant experience supporting multi-site operations in commercial and / multi-level residential construction 

• Proficient with safety management systems, Microsoft 365, digital forms/QR codes; able to build basic reports/dashboards and maintain data accuracy. 

• Strong working knowledge of Newfoundland and Labrador’s Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Workplace Health, Safety and Compensation Act, with the ability to apply legislative requirements in day-to-day safety practices. 
• Ability to visit active job sites and wear required PPE; occasionally lift/move safety supplies (up to 30 lbs). 
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation; ability to travel between job sites across Newfoundland. 
• Strong communication skills and confidence delivering training and safety messaging
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across project teams
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel between job sites as needed

Why you’ll love it here:

• Our Team: Genuine, down-to earth people who care about each other and the work they do
• Our Leadership: Approachable and appreciative, with a true open-door philosophy and a commitment to supporting every team member
• Christmas on Us: We close over the holidays so you can spend time with the people who matter most - without dipping into your vacation bank
• Summer hours
• Free on-site parking
• Complimentary coffee & snacks
• Top-of-the-line tech and tools to help you do your best work
• Fun on-site events like summer BBQs, patio lunches, and Friday socials
• Memorable corporate gatherings and celebrations
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
  

And of course the essentials: A competitive total compensation package, group health & dental coverage, RPP employer matched program, and access to our Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP).

If rcs sounds like your kind of workplace and this position aligns with your goals, we can’t wait to connect. Curious to learn more about life at rcs? Explore our story at www.rcsinc.ca and submit your application through the Careers page.

rcs is committed to creating a workplace where diversity is celebrated and inclusion is the norm. We strive to reflect the communities in which we live and build in. We welcome applications from individuals who identify as Indigenous, racially visible, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify during the online application process to help us continue building a more equitable and representative team.

rcs will provide accommodation(s) to candidates with disabilities. Please let us know in your application if you require any accommodation during the recruitment process.

Check out our news page on our website to get a peek into life at rcs!