About the role#
Bird Construction is hiring a Student HSE Coordinator for a four-month internship starting in January 2027. You will work on a project with support from a supervisor and technical mentor to manage your own area of responsibility. This role is based in Port Hope, Ontario.
What you'll do#
- Support site supervision with the implementation and management of the Bird Safety Program.
- Develop site-specific safe work practices, procedures, and hazard assessments alongside project management.
- Conduct regular health and safety inspections, document findings, and post results on the job site.
- Track corrective actions, lead incident investigations, and monitor safety violations or incident frequencies.
- Maintain safety statistics and records.
- Ensure trade contractors follow the Bird Construction HSE program and relevant regulations.
- Lead or participate in safety meetings and provide orientations for new workers and visitors.
- Liaise with regulatory authorities.
- Provide first aid assessment and treatment when necessary.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Health, Safety, and Environment diploma or equivalent program.
- At least one semester of education remaining after the internship concludes.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively and maintain positive relationships.
- A sense of urgency and commitment to achieving goals.
- Adaptability to frequent changes in the work environment.
- A valid driver's licence and the ability to travel to the project site.
- Legal residency or a valid work permit for Canada.
- Submission of a current transcript.
- Willingness to complete pre-employment medical or drug and alcohol testing if required by the client.
Location & details#
- Location: Port Hope, Ontario.
- Term: Winter 2027 (starting January).
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time, paid internship.
About Bird Construction
Bird Construction is a Canadian company that provides construction and maintenance services. It operates across industrial, infrastructure, and building markets. The firm handles projects ranging from new construction and retrofits to industrial maintenance and mine support. It employs over 3,600 people and maintains offices in major geographic markets across Canada.
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