Buyer and Risk Analyst

Sunshine Coast Regional District; Sechelt; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional district in Canada is seeking a Buyer and Risk Analyst for a temporary position. This role involves facilitating the purchase of goods and services, providing procurement advice to staff, and coordinating risk management activities. The compensation includes a wage of $43.06 per hour and flexible working arrangements. This is a great opportunity to work in a vibrant community known for its outdoor adventure and cultural activities.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the purchase of goods and services for the SCRD.
• Provide advice to staff on procurement activities.
• Support risk management activities coordination.

Job description

Sunshine Coast Regional District

Buyer and Risk Analyst

Competition #V1949 (Full-Time, Temporary) Closing Date: 4:30pm, Thursday, March 5, 2026

The Sunshine Coast is a natural paradise blessed with mild winters, beautiful surroundings, and showcasing the best aspects of outdoor adventure, arts, and culture. Bordered by rugged mountains and blue ocean waters, situated on a peninsula in the ancestral lands of the shíshálh (Sechelt) and Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) First Nations, this is the Sunshine Coast. Whatever hobby or interest you might enjoy, we have it right here. Hike the trails, get out in a kayak, try golfing, swimming, fishing, cross‑country skiing, attend festivals, visit museums, go whale‑watching, or any of the other recreational activities that are right at our doorstep. Big city life is only a 40‑minute ferry ride away. A preferred tourist destination, a great place to live and play, now is the time to consider making this amazing place your home.

Buyer and Risk Analyst Overview

The Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) is currently inviting applications for the temporary position of Buyer and Risk Analyst to facilitate the purchase of goods and services for the Sunshine Coast Regional District and provide advice to staff on the full range of procurement activities. This position also supports the division with the coordination of risk management activities. Further details are included in the job description found at www.scrd.ca/careers.

Compensation and Benefits

We have what is being called one of the best compensation and benefits packages that are out there. Immediately upon hire this position includes an additional $3.05 per hour cash‑in‑lieu of benefits, offers 6% vacation pay, and after 30 days of employment the wage rate will include an additional 5% in lieu of statutory holiday pay. After 90 days of employment, casual employees are eligible for up to five (5) paid sick days for previously scheduled work. Please note that current regular employees of the SCRD who post into temporary vacancies will retain full benefit coverage.

The Buyer and Risk Analyst is a bargaining unit position with a wage rate of $43.06 per hour, working 35 hours per week, in a temporary capacity. Upon the return of the incumbent, this position will move from temporary full‑time to casual and will have the opportunity to join the General Casual List. Let’s also talk about mutually agreeable flexible work schedules, and our hybrid working environment.

How to Apply

We welcome your application! Please send a current resume and a cover letter quoting the competition number via email by the closing date and time shown above. In the subject line of the email please include your name and the competition number.

The SCRD is committed to equitable access to employment opportunities. We value a diverse workforce to best represent the communities we serve, and we thank all applicants in advance for your interest.

Contact: [e-mail] or www.scrd.ca/careers