
Training Programs and Jobs

FREE TRAINING: Fall Gender Inclusive Leadership Course
YWCA Halifax Shift Change and with WiSTAN partner Construction Safety Nova Scotia is offering the FREE Gender Inclusive Leadership Course in September and October 2024.

UPCOMING TRAINING: Construction Safety July-December Calendar
Construction Safety has released their training schedule for July-December 2024.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: Construction Safety Feasibility Study in Support of a CSNS Facility Plan
Construction Safety has outgrown their existing facilities and wants to create a “long-term facility plan” to ensure their longevity for the next 30 years. They are calling for consultants to submit a proposal plan that will allow Construction Safety to continue their training in a sustainable environment.

YOU CAN STILL APPLY: NSCSC Insulator Pre-Employment Program
There is still time to apply! Apply by this Friday, July 5th at 4:00pm AST to reserve your spot. Join the Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council’s Insulator 9 week Pre-Employment Program starting on July 15th and ending on September 13th.

JOB OPPORTUNITY: Become An Accountant With An NSCSC Partner
An NSCSC industry partner is hiring for an accountant in the Sackville area.

JOB OPPORTUNITY: Become a Compliance Station Inspector with the Department of Public Works
Want to begin or continue your career in vehicle compliance? Apply for the Motor Vehicle Officer 2 (Compliance Station Inspector) role with the Nova Scotia Department of Public Works. This job posting is a designated position for all those who identify as an Indigenous Person, African/Black Nova Scotian and/or other Racialized Person living in the province.

UPCOMING TRAININGS: Construction Safety Virtual July Trainings
Sign up for Construction Safety’s July virtual training sessions, open to all in Nova Scotia who want to update their safety awareness, train for a new position, or learn more about how to be safe in the construction industry.

NSCSC Insulator Pre-Employment Program
Join the Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council’s Insulator Pre-Employment Program. The 9-week twelve-person program, starting on July 15th and ending on September 13th, is open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents living in Nova Scotia and have a high school diploma or a GED.

UPCOMING TRAININGS: Construction Safety Virtual June Trainings
Sign up for Construction Safety’s June virtual training sessions, open to all in Nova Scotia who want to update their safety awareness, train for a new position, or learn more about how to be safe in the construction industry.

Construction Safety Nova Scotia Mental Health Peer Support Groups
In a new initiative, Construction Safety is offering new FREE Mental Health Peer Support Groups for anyone in the industry. These groups are led by trained peer leaders in the industry who have faced mental health challenges.

Applications for Women Unlimited’s FREE 14 Week Program Open June 1
Applications for Women Unlimited program, a free 14-week career exploration program open June 1st for women from diverse backgrounds and communities.

NSCSC Fundamentals of Earthmoving Program
Join the Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council’s Fundamentals of Earthmoving Program. The 8-week eight person program, starting on July 29th and ending on September 20th, is open to all Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents with a grade 10 education, high school diploma or a GED.

Industrial Life Truck Course with Construction Safety
Join Construction Safety for their Industrial Lift Truck Course.

NSCSC Introduction to Project Management and Estimating Program
Join the Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council’s introduction to Project Management and Estimating program. The 12-week program, starting on June 3rd and ending on August 23rd, is open to all Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents who have a high school diploma or a GED from a Canadian educational institution.

UPCOMING TRAININGS: Construction Safety Virtual April Trainings
Sign up for Construction Safety’s April virtual training sessions, open to all in Nova Scotia who want to update their safety awareness, train for a new position, or learn more about how to be safe in the construction industry.

NSCSC Introduction to Carpentry
Join the Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council’s Introduction to carpentry program. The 17-week program starts on April 29th and ends on August 23rd, 2024. It is open to residents of Nova Scotia who are Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents, and with a focus on those from equity-deserving groups (Indigenous Peoples, African Nova Scotians, Racially Visible Individuals, Persons with Disabilities, Newcomers, and Women).

NSCSC Introduction to Pipe Trades Program
Join the Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council’s Introduction to Pipe Trades program. The 16-week program, starting on April 22nd and ending on August 9th, 2024, is open to all Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents who want to start a career in the pipe trades.

Become a Concrete Finisher with Techno Hard Surfaces Ltd
Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council, on the behalf of Techno Hard Surfaces Ltd, is hiring for a concrete finisher role. Construction experience is required to apply.

NSCSC Introduction to Construction Craft Worker Program
Learn more about the upcoming NSCSC Construction Craft Worker program. The 13-week program, starting in February 2024, is open to all in the province who want to start their career in construction.

Free 14-Week Training Session with Women Unlimited
Learn more about the upcoming Women Unlimited program, a free 14-week career exploration program starting in January 2024 for women from diverse backgrounds and communities.