Health Safety Environment Coordinator at STRIVE Recruitment Inc.

Health & Safety Coordinator

Permanent

Kitimat, BC | Fly-In Fly-Out (FIFO)

10 Days On / 5 Days Off Rotation

$84,000-$112,000/year

STRIVE is a specialist recruitment firm offering proactive recruitment solutions in the areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, and Manufacturing Operations. STRIVE supports various clients from small to medium-sized enterprises to Fortune 500 organizations for their permanent, contract, and temporary recruitment needs. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.

Our client is a leading global specialty geotechnical contractor that delivers innovative foundation and ground engineering solutions for complex infrastructure, commercial, industrial, and civil construction projects. With a strong reputation for technical expertise, safety, and project execution, they are seeking a Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Coordinator to join their growing team.

THE ROLE

Reporting to the Health, Safety & Environmental team, the HSE Coordinator will play a key role in promoting and maintaining a proactive safety culture across a major infrastructure project. This position combines field-based safety leadership with project planning, training, auditing, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives. The successful candidate will work closely with project teams, supervisors, clients, and subcontractors to ensure safe work practices, regulatory compliance, and effective risk management.

This position supports a major infrastructure project in Kitimat, British Columbia, and follows a Fly-In Fly-Out (FIFO) schedule of 10 days on site followed by 5 days off. Flights, accommodations, meals, and camp are provided while on rotation. This is an excellent opportunity for an HSE professional who enjoys working in the field, building relationships with crews, and making a meaningful impact on workplace safety.

ADVANTAGES

• Competitive salary of $84,000-$100,000/year
• Full-time permanent opportunity
• Fly-In Fly-Out (FIFO) schedule – 10 days on / 5 days off
• Flights, accommodations, meals, and camp provided while on rotation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• RRSP program
• Opportunity to work on one of Canada's largest infrastructure projects
• Career growth and professional development opportunities
• Collaborative, team-oriented environment with a strong commitment to safety
• Mix of field and office responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular visits to active construction sites to observe work practices, engage with crews, and promote a positive safety culture.
• Participate in job hazard assessments (JHAs), energy-based risk assessments, site inspections, audits, and safety tours.
• Verify critical safety controls are implemented and functioning effectively.
• Assist with incident investigations by gathering accurate information and supporting root cause analysis.
• Work closely with supervisors and project teams to support project-specific safety planning and hazard assessments.
• Communicate with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies as required.
• Track incidents, corrective actions, inspections, and safety improvements using safety management systems.
• Monitor corrective actions from incidents, audits, and inspections to ensure timely completion.
• Prepare monthly safety reports, metrics, and trend analyses.
• Assist in maintaining and updating health, safety, and environmental programs and documentation.
• Develop and deliver toolbox talks, safety presentations, and training materials.
• Create engaging safety communications that reinforce key safety initiatives and lessons learned.
• Support pre-job planning, tender reviews, contract safety requirements, and emergency response planning.
• Promote continuous improvement while fostering an environment where employees feel comfortable raising safety concerns.
• Travel throughout the project site to support field operations and project teams.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Previous experience in a Health & Safety Coordinator or HSE role within construction, heavy civil, infrastructure, industrial, or manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety legislation, construction safety practices, and risk assessment methodologies.
• Experience conducting site inspections, audits, incident investigations, and hazard assessments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust with field personnel and project teams.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Experience using safety management software is considered an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
• Self-motivated with excellent problem-solving and time management skills.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability and willingness to work a 10 days on / 5 days off Fly-In Fly-Out (FIFO) rotation to Kitimat, BC.
• Comfortable working in a remote camp environment.
• Passion for creating safe workplaces and driving continuous improvement in health, safety, and environmental performance.