Health and Safety Supervisor

J-AAR is forging a future as a premier construction leader in Canada, rooted in the founding vision of John and Loralee Aarts in 1982 with a commitment to foster an environment where everyone can achieve their fullest potential, supported by the belief in others more than they believe in themselves.

We empower our team members to unlock their full potential on collaborative construction projects, with transformative results for our customers, communities, and individuals engaged in all the projects we are involved in.

We are seeking a Health and Safety Supervisor reporting to the People and Culture Manager. The Health & Safety Supervisor provides leadership, oversight, and hands-on support to ensure the highest standards of occupational health and safety performance across all divisions. This role drives compliance, promotes a proactive safety culture, and ensures alignment with regulatory requirements, company and ISO 45001 standards.

Reporting directly to the People and Culture Manager, this role provides supervision to the health and safety team, while partnering closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, Site Supervisors and Senior leadership to integrate safety into all workplaces.

Environment

This position is based in London, Ontario, and requires regular travel to project sites and worksites across Southwestern Ontario. The Supervisor will collaborate closely with the Operations, Estimating, and Management teams to ensure that health and safety requirements are effectively supported and clearly understood. The role involves a combination of office-based responsibilities and on-site activities throughout the year, depending on operational needs. Work will occur in diverse physical and environmental conditions, requiring adaptability. You will have the ability to work the occasional evenings and weekends. Your support during incident investigations may require you to work outside of your normal work hours. This is a non-unionized role.

How you will make an IMPACT

Leadership & Safety Culture

• Champion a strong safety-first culture across all projects, worksites, shops, and facilities.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to employees on hazard recognition and risk mitigation.
• Lead by example in promoting safe work practices and environmental responsibility.
• Support management in achieving safety performance targets.
• Act as a resource and support to the J-AAR divisions
• Assist in representing management in matters of health and safety with the government, health and safety associations and other outside agencies and organizations.

Program Development & Implementation

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures.
• Assist and help maintain the ISO 45001 management system, including audits, documentation, corrective actions, and management reviews.
• Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act, and all applicable regulations and review amendments and best practices to optimize occupational health and safety programs.
• Develop and update the Health and Safety Manual, including all associated polices and procedures.

Oversight & Risk Management

• Organize and monitor regular inspections of projects, mines, equipment shops, offices, and other work locations.
• Identify hazards, implement corrective actions, and follow up to ensure timely resolution.
• Monitor subcontractor compliance with company and regulatory safety standards.
• Review and approve site-specific safety documentation prior to project mobilization.

Incident Management & Investigation

• Lead incident investigations, including root cause analysis and development of corrective/preventative actions.
• Ensure accurate reporting, documentation, and regulatory notification as required.
• Track incident trends and provide recommendations for prevention strategies.
• Assist with any WSIB claims, return to work programs and injury case management.

Training & Development

• Plan, coordinate, and deliver health and safety training programs (e.g., orientations, supervisor training).
• Identify training gaps and work with senior management to assist employees in maintaining required certifications.
• Support leadership development in safety accountability and due diligence responsibilities.
• Organize and assist in the implementation of health and safety meetings for all divisions.

Joint Health & Safety Committee

• Act as a key driver and advisor to the Joint Health & Safety Committee.
• Ensure meetings are effective, documented, and action items are followed through.
• Maintain compliance with committee requirements and reporting standards.

Administration & Compliance

• Oversee health and safety database management, ensuring accurate record keeping and reporting.
• Maintain all hazardous product inventories and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Ensure PPE standards are implemented and adequate supplies are maintained.
• Prepare safety reports and metrics for leadership review.
• Coordinate correspondence with regulatory agencies and support external audits.

Other

• Participate in ongoing professional development and safety training.
• Perform additional duties as required to support safe operations.

How you WOW us

• 7–10 years of progressive experience in a health and safety role, with significant experience in construction preferred.
• Diploma or Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Experience leading or administering an ISO 45001 program strongly preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety legislation and related regulations.
• Demonstrated experience leading investigations and implementing corrective actions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and safety management systems/databases.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and coaching capability
• Excellent verbal communication and public speaking skills
• Ability to influence and engage field teams
• High attention to detail and strong documentation skills
• Effective problem-solving and root cause analysis abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Confident decision-maker in dynamic environments
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• A valid driver's license with an acceptable driver’s abstract is required.

How we TAKE CARE of our PEOPLE

• Competitive salary
• Performance-based bonus
• Paid vacation
• Referral Bonuses
• Company paid benefits
• A team member focused culture dedicated to helping people reach their potential through regular 1:1’s, townhalls, open door policy.
• Opportunities for Skill-building, leadership development, and career growth
• We Celebrate our Achievements: holiday parties, BBQs, fishing derby, sporting event tickets, golf days, and so much more!

Visit us at: www.j-aar.com

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

J-AAR welcomes all applicants and is committed to a diverse workforce. If you require accommodation, please contact the People and Culture Department.

“This posting is for an existing vacancy, and artificial intelligence may be used at one or more stages of our recruitment process (for example, to help screen and/or assess applications), to support a fair and consistent review.”