Occupational Hygiene Officer

**Department** HRHSE Health Safety and Environment

**Salary range** $73,882 to $123,130

**Posted date** December 6, 2024

**Closing date** December 13, 2024

**Position Type** Full Time

**Description**:
This position is a part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).

In accordance with the Administrative and Professional Officer Agreement, this full-time continuing position offers a comprehensive benefits package found on our Benefits Overview page and an annual salary range of $73,882 to $123,130.

**Location - **This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work at North Campus Edmonton.

**Working at the University of Alberta**
- The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community._

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people — from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. **Learn more**.**

**Working for Human Resources, Health, Safety and Environment**

About Human Resources, Health, Safety and Environment _“Hire great people and give them freedom to be awesome.” — Andrew Mason_

Thriving organizations are built on people. The Human Resources, Health Safety and Environment (HRHSE) portfolio is composed of exceptional people creating a people focused culture to support the institution's vision.

At the U of A, safety is central to how we work, study, and conduct research. Our Health Safety and Environment team plays a key role in promoting and maintaining safety as a core value. Building a robust and sustainable safety culture where everyone owns their safety performance and that of others, HSE leverages its expertise to enhance the health, safety and environmental well-being of the university community.
- Join our practical, results-driven, energized, and engaged team and see firsthand how we live our values, drive change and lead with purpose_

**Position**

Reporting to the Manager, Environment and Support Services, the Occupational Hygiene Officer (Officer) works with faculty and staff across all U of A campuses to assess and promote occupational hygiene practices and health, safety and environmental management systems. The Officer works as part of the team of health and safety professionals in the Environment and Support Services (ESS) team of the Department of Health, Safety and Environment (HSE). ESS works closely with University staff, including academic researchers and their staff, facilities and operations personnel and administrative staff across all U of A campuses. The Officer will have specific professional competencies in the areas of occupational hygiene, chemical safety and occupational health and safety, under the direction of the Manager, ESS.

**Duties**
- Culture of Care and Organizational Culture Initiatives
- Act as key institutional lead with regulators including Global Affairs Canada - Canadian National Authority, Environment and Climate Change Canada, Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (Safeguards), provincial/territorial Occupational Health and Safety
- Provide guidance regarding the university’s asbestos management program
- Lead incident investigations, occupational hygiene assessments and inspections and health, safety and environment improvement projects
- Occupational hygiene, chemical safety and occupational health and safety training programs

The Occupational Hygiene Officer also provides the following support and administrative services:

- General and specific occupational hygiene, chemical safety and occupational health and safety hazard and risk assessments
- Participate in on call services and respond to incidents and emergencies
- Oversee compliance with the OHS Act, Regulations and Code and other federal, provincial, and municipal legislation
- Support and advise clients working with other members of the HSE team as required.
- Resolve issues and conflicts
- Administer the Hazard Assessment Web Application in conjunction with a third-party supplier
- Develop, maintain and audit required files, databases, documents and records
- Act as an HSE liaison for assigned HSE Faculty/Portfolio Committee(s)

**Qualifications**
- Post-secondary or tertiary degree in Science, Engineering, Public Health, Environmental Science or Occupational Health and Safety
- Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or Registered Occupational Hygienist (ROH) professional designation in good sta