25-32 Electrical Safety Officer (Northern)

Technical Safety BC; Prince George; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public safety organization in Prince George is seeking a Mid-Senior level Electrical Safety Officer to ensure compliance with safety regulations and provide education to clients. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in electrical systems and holds a diploma in electrical technology. This role offers competitive compensation and a range of benefits including health care and tuition support.

Benefits

Extended health benefits

Tuition aid of up to $1500

Flexible hybrid work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years related experience in electrical systems.
• At least one year in a responsible position in charge of electrical installation.
• Valid BC Driver’s License and ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Educate clients on safety requirements and trends.
• Provide inspection services and ensure compliance to safety regulations.
• Implement enforcement policies and provide disciplinary recommendations.

Skills

Problem solving

Decision-making

Ability to investigate

Ability to work in a computerized environment

Reading and interpreting drawings

Education

Diploma in electrical technology

Completion of recognized apprenticeship in electrical work

Tools

Computer software

Job description

Overview

25-32 Electrical Safety Officer (Northern) at Technical Safety BC. Location: Prince George & 100 / 150 Mile House. Status: Regular Full-Time, Union. Pay Grade: 16 ($47.20 - $54.64 per hour). Reports to: Operations Leader, Energy (North).

Responsibilities

• Education: educate clients and stakeholders on how to meet safety requirements and provide information on new requirements and trends by creating and/or providing presentations, demonstrations, or individual coaching (e.g., public speaking events like Tech Talks).
• Inspection: provide inspection services, including worksite audits, incident investigations and hazard eliminations, to clients and stakeholders to ensure that safety regulations, codes and standards are correctly implemented; review requests for variances and equivalencies and make recommendations to the Operations Leader.
• Compliance & Enforcement: implement enforcement policies by providing clear direction and outlining consequences to clients and by providing disciplinary recommendations to Operations Leader.
• Research: support research tasks by documenting inspections, providing audits, and investigating incidents, and maintaining expertise by staying up to date on industry changes and upgrading knowledge and skills.
• Training: develop new Safety Officers by providing on-the-job training, regular mentoring, and ongoing technical support.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in electrical work.
• Preference for a two-year diploma from a recognized Institute of Technology in electrical technology.
• Minimum of five years related experience in the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
• At least one year of practical experience in a responsible position in charge of electrical installation work.
• Knowledge of audit programs and risk assessment techniques.
• Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to investigate, interview, take notes and write concise reports.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics, and code specifications.
• Ability to work in a computerized environment and use common software.
• A Valid BC Drivers’ License and willingness to travel (driver’s abstract may be requested).
• Good physical ability to carry a toolbox (up to 30 lbs.), climb ladders and stairways, walk on rough, uneven ground, enter tight enclosed or confined spaces, and drive for long distances (medical assessment may be requested).
• FSR certification would be considered an asset.

Beyond the role

• Compensation & Benefits: industry-competitive compensation with extensive benefits including extended health, dental, disability, EFAP, vacation entitlements, pension plan, parental leave top-ups, and mental health benefits.
• Learning & Development: up to $1500 tuition aid per calendar year to support education and learning goals.
• Community & Wellness: psychological safety, flexible hybrid work environment, Wellness Wednesday, Calm app, and opportunities for community involvement.
• Employee Resource Groups: ERGs for Mental Health & Wellness, Indigenous Relations & Reconciliation, and Equity Diversity and Inclusion (EDI).

About Technical Safety BC

Technical Safety BC is an independent, self-funded organization overseeing safe installation and operation of technical systems and equipment across the province. We issue permits, licences and certificates and work with industry to reduce safety risks through assessment, education, enforcement, and research. We value diversity, data-driven decisions, and making safety accessible to all.

Application timeline

If you are interested in this position, please apply online by 9:00 AM PT August 18, 2025. The posting will remain open until filled, with priority consideration for applications received by the deadline.

Job details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Public Safety