Health & Safety Officer

Health and Safety Officer

The LAFRAMBOISE GROUP is seeking a Health and Safety Officer with Industrial project experience.  This is a full-time position based out of Laframboise Group’s corporate office located in Long Sault (Cornwall) Ontario. 

For over 60 years, The Laframboise Group has been building more than just industrial infrastructure—we’ve been building trust, driving innovation, and shaping careers.  We specialize in fabrication and construction services, including piping, structural steel, sheet metal, millwrighting, tank and pressure vessel fabrication, electrical and instrumentation and prefabricated modules. 

With offices in Long Sault, Ontario; Syracuse, NY; and Bartow, FL, we operate across Canada and the continental United States. 

At LGL, we prioritize collaboration, innovation, and professional development. Our team members are valued contributors, empowered to lead, improve, and excel. We offer competitive compensation, paid training, and modern facilities to support your success. 

Join LGL and build your future with a company committed to safety, continuous growth and excellence. 

Description of Position: Responsible for monitoring, managing, prioritizing, and ensuring the Safety of our team while mitigating and addressing hazards in a safe and efficient manner on LAFRAMBOISE GROUP projects.  Be an advocate/leader for safety and accident prevention!

• Promote and support LAFRAMBOISE GROUP’s commitment to a safe and healthy work environment by communicating safety expectations and leading by example.
• Monitor and support safe daily field operations, responding promptly to project safety concerns, changing site conditions, and operational requirements.
• Provide coaching and training to workers, subcontractors, and visitors on company safety policies, procedures, hazard recognition, and safe work practices, including orientations, refresher training, and safety stand-downs.
• Lead and facilitate daily toolbox talks, weekly safety meetings, and other safety communications.
• Prepare, review, and maintain Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Safe Work Plans, Field Level Risk Assessments (FLRAs), permits, and other project-specific safety documentation.
• Assist with the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Safe Work Practices, Safe Job Procedures and project-specific safety programs.
• Conduct regular documented site inspections, audits, observations, and compliance reviews to identify hazards, unsafe acts, and regulatory deficiencies.
• Monitor compliance with company policies, legislative requirements, and site rules, and participate in progressive disciplinary processes when required.
• Respond to workplace incidents, emergencies, and injuries by providing immediate on-site support, coordinating response efforts, and ensuring proper reporting procedures are followed.
• Investigate incidents, injuries, property damage events, and near misses to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain accurate and organized safety records, including inspection reports, training records, certifications, incident reports, meeting minutes, and daily activity logs.
• Ensure all site safety administrative requirements are current and compliant, including worker certifications, orientations, safety board postings, signage and permits.
• Coordinate PPE issuance, inspections, inventory, and replenishment.
• Maintain professional working relationships and communicate effectively with workers, supervisors, clients, subcontractors, regulatory agencies, and site visitors.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying trends, recommending improvements, and assisting in the evaluation of safety program effectiveness.
• Travel to project sites and provide support as operationally required.
• Perform additional health and safety responsibilities and other related duties as assigned.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3+ years of construction health and safety experience in Ontario.
• Strong working knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), Ministry of Labour requirements, CSA standards, and relevant provincial and federal regulations.
• Experience working in industrial and/or construction environments with the ability to identify hazards, assess risk, and implement effective corrective actions.
• Strong understanding of safe work practices, hazard assessments, incident prevention, and emergency response procedures.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills with the ability to communicate effectively.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring abilities with a proactive approach to promoting a positive safety culture and worker accountability.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple duties in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and digital safety management systems.
• Valid Standard First Aid, CPR +AED certification and naloxone training required.
• Valid Working at Heights certification required.
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel to project sites as required.
• National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) designation preferred.
• Additional certifications in occupational health and safety, industrial safety, construction safety, or related training programs are considered an asset.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience: (Range: $28/hr to $40/hr)
• Paid Overtime
• Comprehensive benefits package.

Laframboise Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.