.gif)
Urban Forestry Safety and Training Specialist
1 week ago
About the Role
The City of Vancouver is seeking a highly skilled Urban Forestry Safety and Training Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our Board of Parks & Recreation, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our staff and the public.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor regulatory compliance and provide safety and best practice consultation services to supervisors and management within Urban Forestry Operations and Park Operations.
- Anticipate, recognize, evaluate, recommend, and assist in the development and delivery of practical controls and training for safety hazards, regulatory compliance, and best practice.
- Investigate safety concerns and incidents and provide recommendations to management.
- Research urban forestry best practices and regulatory compliance requirements of urban forestry operations.
- Advises and consults with management regarding best practices and compliance requirements; writes procedures and develop processes to document best practices and compliance.
- Mentors and coaches management, supervisors, and crew on new processes and practices.
- Conducts comprehensive onsite risk assessments and safety studies and writes evaluative reports recommending various measures to mitigate occupational health and safety risk; develops related safe work procedures, safety manuals, specific safety training programs, and related records and documentation that is in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Conducts monthly tailboard site inspections in conjunction with supervisors and superintendents.
- Attends and partakes in monthly Crew talks.
- Investigates safety incidents and concerns; documents events and provides management with recommendations on change procedures and practice.
- Prepares and delivers safety and operational training programs. Prepares training agendas and resource materials (such as handouts, tests, videos) suitable for different learning styles and audiences, and administers tests as required.
- Explores the various approaches to creating/developing and maintaining an apprenticeship management program for trade qualifications of Certified Utility Arborists and Arborist Technician with both Climbing and Field Arborist components.
- Oversees and plans the Occupational First Aid, Aerial and Bucket Rescue, ISA, and TRAQ Training.
- Maintains a workplace accident database and related records; prepares correspondence and a variety of reports.
- Performs other duties as required.
Requirements
- Completion of a recognized certificate/diploma program in occupational health and safety and sound related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in Urban Forestry or Park Operations.
- Thorough knowledge of the occupational health and safety regulations, rules, and procedures related to the work.
- Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures used in occupational health and safety risk assessments and accident investigations.
- Considerable knowledge of occupational health and safety and audit trail recordkeeping requirements and standards.
- Working knowledge of applicable WorkSafeBC Regulations related to urban forestry.
- Working knowledge of current curriculum of arborist certifications.
- Knowledge of Urban Forestry principles and techniques.
- Proficient in standard Microsoft business software; PowerPoint, Excel, Email, Word.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as regulations, standards, scientific articles, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to speak effectively before groups of people.
- Ability to research and critically evaluate research material validity or practical implementation into operations.
- Ability to design training courses with theory and practical components.
- Ability to facilitate and manage large diverse groups within an educational setting.
- Ability to work independently with little supervision.
- Communicates well both verbally and in writing; creates accurate and punctual reports, delivers presentations, and shares information and ideas within and across departments.
- Skilled in the use of computers, adapts to new technology, keeps abreast of changes, learns new programs quickly, uses computers to improve productivity.
- Ability to recognize problems and respond, systematically gather information, sort through complex issues, seek input from others, address root cause of issues, make timely decisions and sometimes difficult decisions, communicate decisions to others.
- Ability to lead through change and diversity, build consensus, motivate, encourage, and collaborate with others.
- Ability to provide feedback, coaching, and mentoring; challenge and develop employees.
- Ability to target and achieve results, set challenging goals, prioritize tasks, overcome obstacles, accept accountability, set standards and responsibilities, provide leadership with commitment to excellence.
- A current and valid Class 5 BC Driver's License or higher and a Satisfactory driving record.
-
Urban Forestry Safety and Training Specialist
2 weeks ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada City of Vancouver Full timeAbout the RoleThe City of Vancouver is seeking a highly skilled Urban Forestry Safety and Training Advisor to join our team. As a key member of our Board of Parks & Recreation, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our staff and the public.Key ResponsibilitiesMonitor and ensure compliance with occupational health and safety...
-
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada City of Vancouver Full timeAbout the RoleThe City of Vancouver is seeking a highly skilled Urban Forestry Safety and Training Advisor to join our team. As a key member of our Board of Parks & Recreation, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our staff and the public.Key ResponsibilitiesMonitor and ensure compliance with occupational health and safety...
-
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada City of Vancouver Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Urban Forestry Safety and Training Advisor to join our team at the City of Vancouver. As a key member of our Board of Parks & Recreation, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our staff and the public.Key ResponsibilitiesMonitor regulatory compliance and provide safety and best...
-
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada City of Vancouver Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Urban Forestry Safety and Training Advisor to join our team at the City of Vancouver. As a key member of our Board of Parks & Recreation, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our staff and the public.Key ResponsibilitiesMonitor regulatory compliance and provide safety and best...
-
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada City of Vancouver Full timeAbout the RoleThe City of Vancouver is seeking a highly skilled Urban Forestry Safety and Training Advisor to join our team. As a key member of our Board of Parks & Recreation, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our staff and the public.Key ResponsibilitiesMonitor regulatory compliance and provide safety and best practice...
-
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada City of Vancouver Full timeAbout the RoleThe City of Vancouver is seeking a highly skilled Urban Forestry Safety and Training Advisor to join our team. As a key member of our Board of Parks & Recreation, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our staff and the public.Key ResponsibilitiesMonitor regulatory compliance and provide safety and best practice...
-
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada City of Vancouver Full timeMain Purpose and FunctionThe Urban Forestry Safety and Training Advisor plays a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of employees within the Urban Forestry Operations and Park Operations departments. This position is responsible for monitoring regulatory compliance and providing expert advice on safety best practices to supervisors and...
-
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada City of Vancouver Full timeMain Purpose and FunctionThe Urban Forestry Safety and Training Advisor plays a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of employees within the Urban Forestry Operations and Park Operations departments. This position is responsible for monitoring regulatory compliance and providing expert advice on safety best practices to supervisors and...
-
Urban Forestry Safety and Training Advisor
1 week ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada City of Vancouver Full timeJob Title: Urban Forestry Safety and Training AdvisorCompany: City of VancouverThe City of Vancouver is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Urban Forestry Safety and Training Advisor to join our team. As a key member of our Board of Parks & Recreation, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our staff and the public.About...
-
Urban Forestry Specialist
4 weeks ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada District of North Vancouver Full timePosition OverviewWe are seeking a qualified Urban Forestry Specialist to become a vital part of our Parks Department. This role encompasses a wide range of arboricultural responsibilities, including evaluating tree health, planting, trimming, removal, and managing tree diseases. You will supervise teams and contractors, ensuring that all tasks are executed...
-
Urban Forestry Specialist
4 weeks ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada District of North Vancouver Full timePosition OverviewWe are seeking a qualified Urban Forestry Specialist to enhance our Parks Department's efforts in maintaining the natural landscape. This role involves a range of arboricultural duties, including assessing tree health, planting, trimming, and managing tree removal and treatment for diseases. You will supervise teams and contractors, ensuring...
-
Urban Forestry Specialist
4 weeks ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada District of North Vancouver Full timePosition OverviewWe are looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable Field Arborist to become a vital part of our Parks Department. This role involves a range of arboricultural duties, including assessing tree health, planting, trimming, and managing tree removal and disease mitigation. You will lead teams and contractors, ensuring that all tasks are executed...
-
Field Arborist
1 week ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada District of North Vancouver Full timeJob SummaryThe District of North Vancouver is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Field Arborist to join our team. As a key member of our Urban Forestry department, you will be responsible for performing a variety of skilled arboriculture tasks, including risk assessment, planting, pruning, removal, disease treatment, and investigating tree-related...
-
Field Arborist
1 week ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada District of North Vancouver Full timeJob SummaryThe District of North Vancouver is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Field Arborist to join our team. As a key member of our Urban Forestry department, you will be responsible for performing a variety of skilled arboriculture tasks, including risk assessment, planting, pruning, removal, disease treatment, and investigating tree-related...
-
Field Arborist
6 days ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada District of North Vancouver Full timeAbout the RoleThe District of North Vancouver is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Field Arborist to join our team. As a key member of our Urban Forestry department, you will be responsible for performing a variety of skilled arboriculture tasks, including risk assessment, planting, pruning, removal, and disease treatment of trees in municipal parks...
-
Field Arborist
6 days ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada District of North Vancouver Full timeAbout the RoleThe District of North Vancouver is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Field Arborist to join our team. As a key member of our Urban Forestry department, you will be responsible for performing a variety of skilled arboriculture tasks, including risk assessment, planting, pruning, removal, and disease treatment of trees in municipal parks...
-
Field Arborist
1 week ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada District of North Vancouver Full timeJob SummaryThe District of North Vancouver is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Field Arborist to join our team. As a key member of our Urban Forestry department, you will be responsible for performing a variety of skilled arboriculture tasks, including risk assessment, planting, pruning, removal, disease treatment, and investigating tree-related...
-
Field Arborist
3 days ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada District of North Vancouver Full timeAbout the RoleThe District of North Vancouver is seeking a highly skilled Field Arborist to join our Parks Department. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for performing a variety of skilled arboriculture tasks, including risk assessment, planting, pruning, removal, disease treatment, and investigating tree-related complaints.Key...
-
Field Arborist
3 days ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada District of North Vancouver Full timeAbout the RoleThe District of North Vancouver is seeking a highly skilled Field Arborist to join our Parks Department. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for performing a variety of skilled arboriculture tasks, including risk assessment, planting, pruning, removal, disease treatment, and investigating tree-related complaints.Key...
-
Occupational Health and Safety Specialist
3 days ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada SPI Health and Safety Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Occupational Health and Safety Specialist to join our team at SPI Health and Safety. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing expert training and guidance to our clients on health and safety best practices.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and deliver comprehensive health and...
