HSE Co-Op

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!

Job Description

Get hands-on HSE experience in an active mining and manufacturing site, working directly in the field to improve safety performance.

Our Madoc, ON facility operates a fully integrated mining and manufacturing site where we produce and distribute coloured granules used in shingle production. The operation includes a 400-acre open pit mine, an industrial crushing and colouring plant, distribution services, and ongoing construction projects.

What You’ll Do

As an HSE Co-op Student, you will gain hands-on experience supporting health, safety, and environmental programs in a dynamic industrial setting:

• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the HSE management system aligned with systems like ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and COR certification requirements

• Assist in hazard identification, risk assessments, and implementation of control measures

• Participate in workplace inspections, behaviour based safety observations, and compliance audits across the plant, mine, and construction areas

• Support incident reporting, investigations, and root cause analysis, including development of corrective and preventative actions

• Track and analyze incident trends and key performance indicators (KPIs) (e.g., TRIR, LTIR)

• Assist in maintaining HSE records, documentation, and reporting systems

• Contribute to the development and delivery of safety communications, alerts, and training materials

• Support regulatory compliance activities, including legislative reviews and internal audits

• Assist in tracking and closing corrective actions from audits, inspections, and incidents

• Identify opportunities to improve HSE processes, reporting, and overall system effectiveness

• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and leadership teams to promote a strong safety culture

What You Bring

• Enrollment in a post-secondary Co-op program in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field (preference for senior students)

• Strong interest in health, safety, and/or environmental programs

• Excellent organizational and analytical skills

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

• Ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively in a team environment

• Strong technical writing ability for an adult learning audience

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SharePoint

• Ability to interpret safety legislation, standards, and technical documents

Assets

• Knowledge of applicable health, safety, and environmental legislation

• Previous experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in a mining and industrial manufacturing environment

• Exposure to industry-standard HSE systems

• Practical experience conducting inspections, audits, and incident investigations

• Development of hazard recognition and risk assessment skills in real-world conditions

• Experience analyzing safety data and contributing to performance reporting

• Opportunity to participate in meaningful safety improvements and corrective actions

• Development of professional skills including technical writing, communication, and stakeholder engagement

• Mentorship and guidance from experienced HSE and operations professionals

• A well-rounded understanding of how HSE programs function in a high-risk, operational setting

Functional Requirements & Working Conditions

This role operates in an active mining and industrial manufacturing environment. Candidates must be comfortable working in:

• A non-climate-controlled plant with varying temperatures

• Dusty conditions typical of mining and crushing operations

• An environment requiring frequent walking, standing, and use of stairs

• Multi-level plant structures with open-grated stairs and elevated platforms

• Outdoor work areas including an open pit mine and construction zones

Physical & Functional Abilities

• Ability to safely navigate uneven terrain and industrial environments

• Comfortable working at heights and on stairs/platforms

• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) including a respirator at all times

• Capable of performing field-based work for extended periods

• Strong situational awareness and hazard recognition skills

Location & Transportation

Located 45 minutes north of Belleville, ON, Madoc is a rural community of approximately 1,000 residents. The plant is situated 5 km west of town.

• Transportation: Reliable personal transportation is required, as public transit is not available

• Housing: Company-provided housing accommodation is available near the facility (2-minute drive) at no cost

Compensation

• $22.50 - $25.50 per hour

Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.