Safety Coordinator (Maintenance)

Safety Coordinator / Health & Safety Coordinator

The Safety Coordinator supports the implementation and administration of workplace health and safety programs by conducting inspections, maintaining records, supporting incident investigations, delivering training, and promoting compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. This role works closely with employees, supervisors, leadership, and cross-functional departments to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

Key Responsibilities & Job Duties

Safety Inspections & Hazard Management

• Conduct scheduled workplace inspections, observations, and approved safety audits.
• Complete inspection checklists and verify corrective actions are implemented.
• Identify workplace hazards, unsafe conditions, and recurring trends, and escalate concerns as required.
• Monitor effectiveness of assigned safety controls and recommend improvements.

Training & Safety Awareness

• Deliver approved safety orientations, toolbox talks, and routine safety training sessions.
• Promote employee engagement and participation in safety initiatives.
• Maintain accurate training attendance records, acknowledgements, certifications, and qualification documentation.
• Support ongoing safety communication and awareness programs.

Incident Management

• Respond to workplace incidents, injuries, and near misses in a timely manner.
• Assist with incident investigations, evidence preservation, and fact gathering.
• Enter and maintain incident information in designated reporting systems.
• Track corrective actions and follow up on investigation recommendations.

Documentation & Record Management

• Maintain health and safety records, procedures, permits, inspection reports, training files, and committee documentation.
• Ensure records are accurate, current, and audit-ready.
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and administrative assistance.
• Assist with posting and communication of safety-related information throughout the workplace.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Work closely with employees, supervisors, managers, maintenance, engineering, human resources, training teams, and workplace committees.
• Support implementation of safety initiatives and continuous improvement activities.
• Escalate overdue corrective actions, recurring hazards, and high-risk issues to appropriate leadership.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Post-secondary education in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health and Safety, Industrial Safety, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience.
• Experience supporting workplace health and safety programs in manufacturing, industrial, logistics, transportation, or related environments is considered an asset.
• Experience conducting inspections, incident investigations, and maintaining safety documentation preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Working knowledge of occupational health and safety principles, hazard recognition, incident reporting, and recordkeeping practices.
• Familiarity with workplace inspections, safety training, and corrective action processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and electronic safety management systems.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate and detailed records.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Sound judgment and ability to recognize when issues require escalation.

Core Competencies

• Attention to detail and strong follow-through.
• Professional confidence to respectfully address unsafe behaviors and conditions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Practical, solutions-focused approach to workplace safety.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and safety excellence.