Careers

SDS is a leader in safety consulting, rescue, and inspection with positions available across Ontario. If you're a safety-motivated professional seeking a position at a quickly evolving and expanding company, please fill out the application below.

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Current Job Listings

Site Safety Officer

Company: Safety Design Strategies (SDS)
Location: In-Person. Currently we are seeking candidates in: GTA / Toronto Area, Golden Horseshoe (Hamilton, Oakville, Burlington), South-Western Ontario (Kitchener-Waterloo Area, Brantford, London, Windsor)
Job Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, Full-Contract
Hours: Hours vary based on client needs.


SDS Mission Statement: To effectively communicate and implement safety strategies that save lives, provide a safe environment for workers, and support our clients to achieve compliance with health and safety legislation.

Who We Are: Safety Design Strategies is a progressive company that provides clients with safety personnel, safety training, and rescue services that contribute to the success of their construction and industrial projects. Our team of Safety Managers, Officers, Trainers, and Rescue Technicians work together to provide outstanding customer service.

Safety Design Strategies is seeking qualified Construction Safety Officers as candidates who are passionate about taking on challenging projects, working with dynamic team members, and providing client safety solutions in a truly rewarding field of work.

Site Safety Officer – Duties and Responsibilities:
The Site Safety Officer will carry out the following duties and responsibilities at client project locations. This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Development, implementation, and evaluation of health and safety programs and strategies.
  • Report writing: Creating safety progress reports for clients and members of management.
  • Conducting safety orientations and ensure workers have met current training requirements.
  • Performing detailed scheduled site inspections outlining any workplace and environmental hazards and provide professional detailed site inspection reports.
  • Participating in pre-construction / pre-project meetings, providing input and recommendations for Environmental, Health and Safety site procedures.
  • Communicate and working with client or client contractor site supervisor to eliminate or mitigate the risk of workplace hazards.
  • Liaising with the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training, and Skills Development, as well as site supervisors regarding any health and safety legal notices.
  • Attending meetings as required by clients.
  • Preparing incident or near miss reports and accident investigations.
  • Complete client and contractor orientation training programs as required.
  • Attend and participate health and safety trainings as assigned.
  • Report any incidents, injuries, illnesses, or client hazards to your supervisor as required.
  • Wear assigned clothing and personal protective equipment.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) designation.
  • Deep knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act, Ontario Regulation 851 – Industrial Establishments, and Ontario Regulation 213/91 – Construction Projects.
  • Demonstrated experience performing health and safety inspections, hazard awareness, incident / accident investigations, and report writing.
  • Exceptional communication skills, as well as tact and diplomacy with sensitive information.
  • Minimum 5 Years of experience in construction safety.
  • Must be proficient with computer and mobile applications including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office applications.
  • Must be able to work within a team environment, as well as independently with limited supervision.
  • Have a flexible schedule for the benefit of the project, client, or company with a professional and customer service focused attitude.
  • Maintaining a valid provincial driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle for transportation to client locations.
  • Proficient written and spoken English.

Firewatch Officer (Summer Job)

Company: Safety Design Strategies (SDS-Safety)

Work Location: Barrie / Alliston / GTA, ON

$19-$22/hr based on experience

Work Period: April – October (M-F Day shifts – 8 / 10 / 12 hrs); Full and Part Time positions with potential overtime available.

WHO WE ARE

· SDS – Safety Design Strategies is the leading provider of safety consulting, site inspection, safety personnel and rescue services across Canada. We make safety a competitive advantage by prioritizing safety programs and creating safer spaces for workers to thrive.

· Our team of safety professionals is prepared to handle the country’s most difficult safety challenges.

· If you’re a safety-motivated individual seeking a position at a quickly evolving and expanding company, please read on to learn more.

WHO YOU ARE:

· Ideally you are a student or recent graduate from a Fire / Police / Paramedic services program.

· You are looking for Full or Part Time work over the summer.

· You are able to stay calm in the event of a fire/medical emergency and manage the situation.

· You are physically capable of working long hours (8-12 hrs shifts) standing and walking without the need to sit down or rest.

· You are able to communicate effectively with others to proactively prevent hazardous situations.

· You are looking for some great safety work experience to add to our resume, while earning a great income.

· You have reliable transportation to and from work sites.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

· Firewatch Officer’s primary duties involve ongoing proactive inspections and patrols of assigned work areas for potential fire risks or leaks before, during and after the workday.

· Key skills include understanding safety procedures and how to implement them.

· Maintain safety features, such as fire extinguishers and alarms and provide guidance / feedback to onsite personnel in terms of potential risks.

· Vigilant oversight of all on-site employees when doing hot-work

· Maintain the work area to ensure that fire hazards are eliminated

· Complete employer specific paperwork to document and record hot-work conditions

· In the event of an emergency incident the officer will be responsible for notifying and coordinating with emergency services.

· The ability to complete the online safety orientation prior to and attend an in-person Firewatch course.

 

WHAT YOU BRING:

· A basic understanding of safety procedures and how to implement them.

· Entry level experience / training with Firewatch / fire suppression

· Exposure to the construction / industrial industry would be a benefit

· Any experience in coaching / guiding others on what to do

· Additional relevant training (WHMIS, WAH, First Aid, CPR & AED, etc.)

· Preference will be given to individuals with EMS or fire services training. A valid Standard First Aid, CPR & AED certificate is required. Level 1 Paramedic is an asset. Technical Rope Rescue, Confined Space Entry or High Angle Rescue training (preferred)

· A positive attitude, outstanding communication skills, with a strong attention to detail and must be able to work within a team environment as well as without constant supervision.

· Refresher WHMIS, Working at Heights, Fire Watch and Fire Safety training will be provided.

THE FINE PRINT

· At SDS, we are committed to diversity and equitable access to employment opportunities based on ability.

· We thank all applicants for their interest but will only contact candidates selected to advance in the hiring process.

Confined Space Rescue Specialist

Company: Safety Design Strategies (SDS-Safety)
Location: Vaughan, ON
Hours: Days, evenings and weekends
Reporting To: Senior Director of Health & Safety

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Confined Space Rescue Specialist will provide confined space non-entry rescue, entry rescue services, as well as attendant services. Duties and responsibilities will include:

  • Possesses a thorough knowledge of provincial and federal legislation and guidelines on confined spaces, restricted spaces, and the development and implementation of on-site rescue procedures for confined and restricted spaces at a provincial level and confined spaces and hazardous confined spaces at a federal level.
  • Support the identification of actual and potential hazards within confined spaces that have not been identified within client confined space hazard assessments in order to determine appropriate controls for the protection of entrants, attendants and the confined space rescue team.
  • Advise clients of hazards observed in the course of confined space work so that appropriate levels of controls can be implemented.
  • Inspection of confined space rescue and personal protective equipment, reporting any deficiencies.
  • Complete confined space entry permits, design and implementation of confined space rescue plans, and completion of hot work permits as required. Submit documentation to head office following projects.
  • Perform and implement confined space non-entry and entry rescue techniques.
  • Provide First Aid and CPR (cardio-pulmonary resuscitation) as required.
  • Prepare, load, unload, and clear related to confined space equipment for projects.
  • Drive to and from client locations. At times this role will require employees to drive long distances and stay overnight in hotels for multi-day projects.
  • Complete client and contractor orientation training programs as required.
  • Attend and participate in health and safety trainings as assigned.
  • Report any incidents, injuries, illnesses, or client hazards to your supervisor.
  • Other duties as assigned

ADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • Maintaining a valid provincial driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle for transportation.
  • Maintain facial hair to comply with CSA Standard 94.4-18 – Selection, Use, and Care of Respirators so that a tight seal can be achieved when using assigned respiratory protection.
  • Wear assigned clothing and personal protective equipment.
  • Proficient written and spoken English.

Application Form

SDS welcomes applications from people with disabilities. When applying, please let us know if you require any accommodations, and we will ensure to meet your specific needs throughout the hiring process.