Occupational Health and Safety Student
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At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We’re a community of builders committed to building better communities. That’s why we’re always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what’s next in our industry.
We’re also looking at what’s next for you and how we can help you build a career you’re proud of. As a student at PCL, you will get the opportunity for challenging work assignments in a supportive work environment which promotes personal and professional growth.
We are seeking an Occupational Health and Safety Student, for our Atlantic Canada district, within our Canadian Buildings Division, that is available for 4 months starting in May 2026, to work in Halifax, NS.
As an Occupational Health and Safety Student, you will have the opportunity to contribute to our team by:
Responsibilities
- Assisting HSE Professionals with inspections and incidental investigations.
- Managing documents (ie. data entry, SMC entries, taking minutes, filing etc.).
- Assisting with the orientation of new employees.
- Developing training materials.
- Reviewing paperwork (ie. PSI, tailgate meetings, safework procedure, trend analysis).
- Monitoring and maintaining the environmental program.
- Recognizing and following PCL and local legislative requirements.
- Analyzing site-specific trends and incidents and reporting findings to the district.
- Gathering/reviewing/distributing safety-related statistical information.
- Interpreting, communicating, and reinforcing project safety standards to our workforce.
Qualifications
- Ability to implement HSE program elements and safe operating procedures.
- Knowledge of environmental requirements and the ability to implement systems which meet compliance.
- Ability to plan and employ preventative measures to reduce the risks of exposure to hazards.
- The ability to determine the cause of an incident, and to initiate and implement corrective action to prevent the likelihood of reoccurrence.
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
- Strong willingness to learn.
Next Step
- Please note that candidates who have been selected to move forward to the next stage of the recruitment process will receive an email to complete a short online video interview.
PCL is an innovative, employee-owned company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.
The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We make employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.
Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at careers@pcl.com with the position and location you are interested in.
Together, we can build success and a better future. Let’s get started!
Employee Status: Internship Full-Time
Company: PCL Constructors Canada Inc.
Primary Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia
Job: Occupational Health and Safety Student
Requisition: 11095
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