Safety Watch / Confined Space Attendant

Total Group of Companies is an industrial service provider specializing in fire, rescue, medical, and HSE services. With facilities in Red Deer, AB; Guelph, ON; and Winnipeg, MB, we proudly support clients across Canada.

We are actively seeking a Confined Space Attendant for a planned shutdown in Goderich, Ontario to work along side a strong team of medics and rescue personnel. Accommodation, travel to and from site each day, and subsidence will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain familiarity with confined space entry (CSE) requirements and procedures

• Support air trailer operations and cylinder refilling

• Ensure all personnel comply with Occupational Health & Safety regulations

• Conduct pre-shift and ongoing inspections for potential flammable vapors or hazardous conditions

• Set up, inspect, and maintain required safety equipment and PPE

• Participate in pre-job meetings with focus on site-specific hazards

• Exercise stop work authority when unsafe conditions exist

• Promote and reinforce a strong safety culture

• Support emergency response and job-specific rescue plans

• Be prepared to operate fire extinguishers, hydrants, monitors, and hose carts as required

• Maintain constant visual and verbal communication with workers

• Continuously monitor atmospheric conditions

• Notify control room at start and completion of confined space entries

• Complete all required CSE documentation, including logging workers and equipment

• Report emergencies immediately to ERT and control room

• Secure and flag confined space entry points when unattended

• Report all hazards, near misses, incidents, injuries, and illnesses promptly

• Assist with site clean-up when not actively performing safety watch duties

The ideal candidate would possess the following traits: 

• Detail oriented 

• Willingness to learn 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team 

• Ability to follow directions 

• Excellent communication skills 

• Safety driven 

• Positive attitude 

To be considered, applicants must:

• Be at least 18 years of age

• Be legally authorized to work in Canada (valid SIN required)

• Hold a valid driver’s license with access to reliable transportation

• Provide a clean or satisfactory Driver’s Abstract

• Successfully pass pre-employment Drug & Alcohol testing

Required Certification

The following certification is mandatory:

• Confined Space Entry & Monitor

Asset Certifications (Training Available)

The following are considered assets but are not required:

• Fall Protection

• Respirator Fit Test

• LEL Detection & Control

• Fire Extinguisher

• Standard First Aid & CPR

Site-specific training will be provided as required.

Please submit resume and certifications. 

We thank all interested applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.