Health and Safety Specialist, Construction

When it comes to forward-thinking homebuilding and thoughtfully planned communities, Canadians think of Mattamy Homes. And that success is centred on a foundation of great people, because our team is as solid as they come. At Mattamy, we are optimistic, hardworking and supportive. Together we learn and grow as we strive to create a positive impact in the homebuilding industry. Contributing to the Mattamy Way means being surrounded by caring people who encourage you to be exactly who you are. It means your opinion is invited and your contributions count. And it means a career filled with pride, knowing you’re part of an environmentally-conscious, action-oriented organization with big plans for the future. The opportunity to bring the future of living to homeowners based on what Canadians value is exciting – and we’re making it happen.

Learn more about what makes working at Mattamy special and our award-winning culture.

What we offer

Reporting to the Health and Safety Manager, the Health & Safety Specialist will play a key role in supporting safe, compliant and well-coordinated construction sites across our GTA Homebuilding communities. Working closely with site leaders, construction teams, trade partners and other stakeholders, this role helps bring Mattamy’s Health and Safety protocols, safe operating procedures and safety programs to life on active project sites.

What you’ll do

• Support the development, implementation and monitoring of project-specific Health & Safety Execution Plans in partnership with the Construction teams.
• Work closely with site leaders, construction teams and trade partners to promote compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act, applicable regulations, Mattamy safety policies and project-specific safety requirements.
• Monitor site conditions, behaviours and work practices to identify risks and provide practical recommendations that support strong safety performance.
• Coordinate and support site-specific health and safety orientations, inspections, hazard assessments, toolbox talks, audits and incident investigations as required.
• Maintain required health and safety documentation and help ensure Mattamy and trade partners complete regular and effective inspections of their work areas.
• Participate in Mattamy’s Joint Health and Safety Committee and liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including government inspectors, trade contractors and the broader Health & Safety team.
• Support modified work, rehabilitation and return-to-work plans in partnership with WSIB/WCB, Human Resources and the Area/Corporate Health & Safety team.

What you bring

• At least 2 to 3 years of experience coordinating and managing health and safety in construction and/or residential real estate.
• University degree or college diploma specializing in occupational health and safety, or a combination of related education, technical training and comparable work experience.
• Provincial occupational health and safety certification and a valid First Aid/CPR certificate.
• Strong understanding of construction safety practices, legislation, safety documentation and site-based health and safety programs.
• Clear and concise communication skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to build effective working relationships with site teams and trade partners.
• Highly organized, proactive and resourceful, with the flexibility to plan, prioritize and manage work in an active construction environment.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications and digital health and safety tracking tools.
• Valid driver’s license, a good driving record and the ability to travel to job sites as required.

Bonus points

• Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) and/or National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) designation.
• Previous experience investigating, interviewing, documenting and reporting incidents or accidents in a health and safety context.
• Background in training, education or delivering health and safety programs to individuals or groups.

Compensation

The expected base salary range for this position is $57,500 - $87,500. Actual pay may vary depending on your job-related knowledge, competencies, and skills. We recognize that exceptional situations may fall outside this range, and we encourage all interested candidates to apply.

You are also eligible to participate in Mattamy’s annual bonus program which gives you the opportunity to increase your total compensation if business and individual goals are achieved.

We encourage applicants who meet most of the role requirements to hit that submit button and apply! It’s okay if you don’t have 100% of the requirements. If you’re the right candidate, we’ll help you learn and grow.

Who we are

Mattamy Homes is the largest family-owned homebuilder in North America, with 40-plus years of history across Canada and the United States. Every year, Mattamy helps more than 8,000 families realize their dream of home ownership. In Canada, our communities stretch across the Greater Toronto Area as well as in Ottawa, Calgary and Edmonton.

Be yourself. We want it that way.

At Mattamy, we're passionate a​b​​out creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone ​can do their best work. Diversity and inclusion are important to the work we do to support our homebuyers, colleagues, and communities. From how we build our teams to cultivating our leaders, we're on a journey toward a welcoming, barrier-free culture for everyone. ​​​​

Mattamy Homes Canada is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation through any aspects of the selection process, please notify us on your application and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Mattamy companies may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support our hiring process, including to help screen or assess candidates along the way. These tools work behind the scenes, while people remain at the heart of every hiring decision.

Qualified applicants for this existing vacancy will be contacted directly by the Talent Acquisition team.