DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (but not limited to):
- Lead the incident investigation process using FortisAlberta standards and Taproot investigation protocols; this includes providing on-site leadership and support to the affected Area Manager and writing the formal report which is later issued to upper management.
- Conduct random and scheduled work site audits of on FortisAlberta employees and external contractors; this includes the authority to stop the work site if required, write up safety infractions, recommend corrective actions, and write a formal safety audit report to local and upper management.
- Develop and provide expertise into the selection of suitable hazard controls including engineering, administrative, procedural and personal protective equipment standards.
- Interpret Regulations and Codes such as AEUC, OH&S, Pipeline, Canadian Electrical Code, CSA Overhead/Underground).
- Create, change, and develop safety standards, programs, procedures, and guidelines.
- As the Electrical Safety Codes Officer, this position will complete Quality Management Plan inspections, conduct compliance reviews for third-party non-compliance situations in order to ensure that FortisAlberta maintains its self-accredited status given by the Safety Codes Council through Municipal Affairs.
- Inspect the percentage of all work orders to ensure construction meets all applicable codes.
- Act as resource for the emergency response planning process.
- Initiate and conduct in-house training programs, public safety presentations, and hazard board demonstrations
- Participate in safety meetings for operational groups.
- Represent FortisAlberta on external boards and committee’s as deemed appropriate by the Manager of Health and Safety.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Strong analytical skills required to gather technical information, resolve issues and evaluate possible solutions.
- Proven ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders; this includes excellent communication, interpersonal and problem solving skills.
- Solid organizational and time management skills in order to prioritize numerous projects and competing demands.
- Demonstrated presentation skills with the ability to create and deliver presentations and training programs tailored to various audience types
- Demonstrated initiative in recognizing opportunities for improvement and efficiency in processes, methodologies and practices.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- A Grade 12 diploma plus an electrical trades certification (power line technician, electrician or power electrician) are required.
- Experience as a Safety Codes Officer, Safety Coordinator or in the area of health and safety is preferred.
- Working knowledge of distribution operations and construction is an asset
- Occupational Health and Safety Certificate or related designation would be an asset
- Able to meet the requirements for a designation as a Part 2 Electrical, Safety Codes Officer within the first year in this position
- Valid Alberta Driver’s License.
Special Conditions:
- The successful candidate must hold a valid Class 5 Alberta driver’s permit.
- Some travel with possible overnight stays is required.
TO APPLY TO THIS POSITION:
Please submit your resume to careerscanada
fortisalberta.com and quote posting No.: E10-133 and position title, "Health and Safety Advisor".
LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those external candidates to be considered for an interview will be contacted. All internal candidates will be notified.
PLEASE NOTE:
The company does not search employee files for relevant personal data (i.e. work history). Please ensure that any application/resume submitted outlines all relevant data you feel the company requires to evaluate your capabilities against the job requirements.
WHO WE ARE:
As owner and operator of more than 60 per cent of Alberta’s total electricity distribution network, FortisAlberta’s focus is delivering safe and reliable electricity to 482,300 residential, farm and business customers. The Company serves more than 200 communities with 110,500 kilometres of distribution power lines across Alberta. FortisAlberta is a wholly-owned, indirect subsidiary of Fortis Inc., the largest investor-owned distribution utility in Canada, serving more than two million gas and electricity customers.
In 2009, FortisAlberta invested $391 million in its electricity distribution system to improve reliability of service and meet customer needs.
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