Under the supervision of the Senior Construction Safety Officer, the incumbent is tasked with supporting project teams throughout the design and construction phases. This role encompasses the implementation, verification, and assessment of processes related to project safety certification and assurance, in strict adherence to applicable codes and standards, including the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) regulations, rail industry best practices, and the TTC Safety Health Environment Management System (SHEMS) programs. Additionally, the position involves providing field-level support for the identification, anticipation, and control of hazards to prevent incidents. The incumbent is also responsible for safety testing, commissioning, certification, and assurance activities associated with the management of the ECE Health and Safety Program, with the overarching objective of preventing loss.
You will collect field data for the identification of hazards and the assessment of risk management; gather field data for the analysis of accidents, incidents, hazards, and for threat and vulnerability assessments; assist in conducting engineering analyses on safety-critical components, systems, and procedures; aid in the establishment of criteria for project safety certification activities; contribute to the formulation of project-specific safety certification and assurance plans, including the Certifiable Elements List (CEL), Design Criteria Conformance Review, and Construction Verification Checklists; execute system safety and security certification field audits during construction activities; participate in the testing and inspection of safety and security-related equipment and systems and engage in testing and start-up activities, including the preparation of system testing and start-up plans, reviewing test procedures, and auditing test results.
You will also collect data related to investigations, observations, inspections, and tests of parts, materials, equipment, and personnel performance to ensure compliance with established quality assurance and safety standards; review and provide comments on reports pertaining to safety certification activities; verify the Safety Certification Final Report to ensure all activities and elements of the Safety Certification Plan are accurately documented for approval; support the completion of Safety Certificates for assigned projects, certifying safe and secure operation prior to service commencement; conduct audits for safety compliance and assurance; provide feedback during engineering design reviews and revisions to the master design specifications for contract documentation and collect field data for analysis and feedback related to updates to the Design Criteria Manual, ensuring that safety and security standards, fire/life codes, and other necessary requirements for safe and secure operation are in place.
In addition to the above you will demonstrate behaviours that support diversity, inclusion, and a respectful work and service environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. Help to remove barriers and accommodate employees and customers (within their area of responsibility) in accordance with TTC’s commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC’s policies and perform related duties as assigned.
