Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Advisor – Contract

Company Description

We are SGS – The world leader in testing, inspection and certification services. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more connected world.

Our client (not HQ) is involved in a project related to the refurbishment of turbine-generator sets at the Beauharnois power plant and is currently seeking a professional in OHS with experience in this type of environment.

Initial Information

• Start date: August 31
• Schedule: 5 days per week, 10 hours per day
• Location: Beauharnois Power Plant – On-site work
• Duration of mandate: approx. 9 months
• Preference for a self-employed worker, but an employee can also be considered.

Qualifications

• Must hold a degree in occupational health and safety.
• CoSS designation would be an asset but is not mandatory.
• 10 or more years of experience in similar environments.
• Knowledge of the construction industry.
• In-depth knowledge of OHS laws and regulations.
• Must possess strong leadership and influence skills as well as excellent interpersonal relationship maintenance skills.
• Good skills in effectively communicating and coordinating various OHS activities.
• Must hold a valid ASP construction card and a valid driver's license.
• Important knowledge of critical hazards is expected (e.g., working at height, energy sources, moving vehicles, lifting operations, etc.). Training related to Hydro Electric particularities is also an asset.
• Must possess technological skills and aptitudes to capture daily information and master Office 365 tools (Teams, Outlook).
• Additional Information

SGS is an equal opportunity employer, and as such, we recruit, hire, train and promote people in all employment classes without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, Indigenous status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To successfully perform this job, the individual must be able to accomplish each of the essential tasks satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above represent the knowledge, skills and/or aptitudes required.

This job description should not be interpreted as an exhaustive statement of the tasks, duties and requirements, but rather as a general description of the job. Nothing in this document limits the company's rights to assign or reassign tasks and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Accommodations are available upon request for qualified candidates, and this, at each stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that candidates applying for employment opportunities in Canada must be authorized to work in Canada.