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Requisition Number: 23367BR

Description:

At Stantec, we approach every project as a partnership, because our work creates a lasting impact on our clients’ communities. We believe that when smart, passionate, creative people come together, real possibilities are within reach.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do; they give our work purpose. If you want to be a part of our unwavering team and can bring your sense of imagination and determination to every challenge, then this is the right place for you.

Stantec is seeking a talented and motivated Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Expert who will work as part of the Turkey services team.

o During the preparation and implementation stages of the project, health and safety coordinator who is the same person with OHS expert will be appointed according to the regulation of OHS in construction works. The Consultant will be entitled to follow, supervise and certify

the implementation of the health and safety measures as per the law 6331.

o The Consultant will approve health and safety plan (OHS Plan) which prepared by Contractor according to the regulation of OHS in construction works and in compliance with sub-project’s E&S documents and will ensure implementation of the OHS Plan during

construction phase on site.

o The Consultant shall take necessary measures, continuously monitor and supervise the Contractor’s operations for occupational health and safety aspects. In this context the most recent Turkish safety regulations as well as the Client and WB Environmental and Social Standards and World Bank Group’s (WBG) General and Sector Specific EHS Guidelines, Health and Safety (ESHS) policies are required to be taken into consideration particularly during the supervision of the construction works. Within this scope, Consultant shall also be responsible for the supervision of the Contractor/s’ onsite occupational health and safety management practices/plans and HS obligations and report to the Client in his monthly monitoring reports.

o The Consultant shall have the responsibility for relevant supervision, oversight and instruction of the applications to the Contractor/s.

o The Consultant shall take necessary measures, continuously monitor and supervise the Contractor’s operations for environmental, social and occupational health and safety aspects. The Consultant shall ensure that the Contractor’s activities are following the subproject’s OHS Plan. The Consultant shall supervise the Contractor’s implementation of OHS mitigation measures as identified in the sub-project’s OHS Plan. The Consultant shall provide feedback and give notice to the Client regarding environmental and social issues at sites.

• The Consultant shall supervise the Contractor on behalf of the Client for performing and implementation of all OHS activities (including mitigation/prevention measures to address Covid-19 or any other communicable disease/pandemic risk) in accordance with the enforcement of the related Turkish Laws and legislations, and measures specified in the sub-project’s OHS plan.

The consultant duties and responsibilities shall include:

o Conduct regular visits which are daily controls, weekly inspection monthly audits to all construction sites to check the contractor’s OHS documents and compliance, provide on-the job trainings, ensure compliance of the works

with OHS practices and regulations, and issue non-compliance notices to the contractor and report the same to the Client.

o Ensure that the workers are provided OHS training and have complete health records and personal files in accordance with pertinent legal requirements, and avoid access of the workers to work site if there any noncompliance

o Make available an OHS expert in high-risk worksites (e.g.: high elevations scaffolds, confined space, crane works, digging works, etc.).

o Check and approve conformity of equipment/ machines on worksites with national standard, and avoid their use in case of non-compliances. Promptly

notify the Client of any incident or accident related to the Project which has, or is likely to have, a significant adverse effect on the environment, the affected communities, the public and workers such as occupational health and accidents or that result in threatening community health and safety. Then PCU will immediately (not later than 48 hours) inform PIU and PIU shall immediately notify the World Bank upon receipt of such notification.

Provide sufficient detail regarding the incident or accident, finding of the Root Cause Analysis, indicating immediate measures taken or that are

planned to be taken to address it, compensation paid, and any information provided by the contractor.

o Participate in the contractor's regular OHS meetings which will be hold monthly and provide input for needed improvements.

o The Consultant shall perform periodic checks of lifting vehicles, boiler and tanks and control scaffolding, welding tubes, small hand tools, etc. are complied with the standards (e.g. CE, TSE, BS)

o The Consultant shall control and approve method statements, which will be prepared by contractor before each work start. If needed consultant help contractor to prepare the document.

o Consultant shall conduct safety visit to site periodically with representatives (including Contractor’s OHS expert) of the works Contractor.

o In case of urgent, imminent and life-threatening non-conformities, the Consultant suspends the construction of the relevant work until the nonconformity related to that work is rectified. In this case, the Consultant promptly informs the Client about the status.

• The Consultant should ensure Contractor that the grievance mechanism mentioned in SEP of sub-project set forth by Client is utilized and made available, accessible and visible in Project site.

• The Consultant shall provide feedback and give notice to the Client regarding OHS, environmental and social issues at sites.

• The consultant will assist the Client in the Stakeholder Meetings / Public Consultation Meetings for the Project that will be led by the Client. The meetings might be carried out virtually. Both virtual and physical consultation meetings will be held with participation of the Client’s representative/s. Presentation material(s) including relevant content of per subproject to be shared during the consultation meetings shall be prepared by the consultant

and the presentation shall be delivered by the relevant personnel of the consultant. Content of each presentation for per sub-project is subject to review and approval of the Client.

Qualifications:

• More than 5 years (more than 3 years on Specific Experience on Similar Assignment)

• University degree in Engineering with specific experience in OHS assessment and management in construction projects financed by international finance institutions or other international donors, preferably the World Bank.

• A or B Class OHS Expert Certificate as defined in the law 6331 of the Turkish legislation.

• International OSH Certificate such as IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH IGC and Accident Investigation and Root Couse Analyse is an asset.

About Stantec:

We’re active members of the communities we serve. That’s why at Stantec we always design with community in mind. We believe growing a great design company happens from the inside out. We look for people who are drawn to use every talent they possess, plus creativity, determination and a drive to do the extraordinary.

The Stantec community unites approximately 22,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring projects to life. Our work as architects, engineers, and consultants from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a solid history of success. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work. Redefine your personal best. Join us!

Work Location(s):Türkiye - Ankara, Türkiye - Istanbul

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Type: Regular

Job Category: Environmental Health & Safety, Health & Safety