Occupational Health and Safety Specialist

4 weeks ago

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada City of Victoria BC Full time

Job Title: Occupational Health and Safety Advisor

Job Summary:

The City of Victoria BC is seeking a highly skilled Occupational Health and Safety Advisor to join our team. As a key member of our People & Culture Department, you will play a critical role in supporting the development and implementation of our Health and Safety management system.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assess hazards and risks at City worksites and provide guidance on effective control strategies.
  • Support incident investigation processes and provide recommendations to address incident root causes.
  • Prepare and review incident submissions to WorkSafeBC for content and accuracy.
  • Support claims management processes and provide recommendations to improve recovery and return to work outcomes.
  • Conduct organization/site visits and audits to identify potential gaps and prevent the development of hazards.
  • Support department supervision through the identification, coordination, and implementation of required health and safety training and orientations.
  • Promote a culture of health and safety through participation in Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committees and other promotional campaigns.
  • Lead the development and administration of health and safety projects.

Requirements:

  • Technical school diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (2 years)
  • Canadian Registered Safety Professional designation or other equivalent certification
  • Current and valid Class 5 Driver's Licence
  • 3 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Working Conditions:

The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced environment and will be required to climb ladders, stairs, and scaffolding. The candidate will also be required to deal with complaints and people in distress.

Key Skills and Abilities:

  • Ability to prioritize and organize work to meet health and safety budgets and deadlines.
  • Strong written and verbal communication to effectively communicate complex health and safety concepts.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to cultivate and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Ability to coach and support individuals and organizations in adopting and implementing occupational health and safety practices.

Accommodations:

The City of Victoria BC is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we serve. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, LGBT2Q+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process.

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