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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Group insurances

Career growth opportunities

Well-being benefits

Employee assistance program

On-site parking

Job summary

The City of Merritt is seeking a Health & Safety Manager to lead a comprehensive OH&S program across city departments. You will partner with JOHSC, support supervisory staff, and help implement practical control measures to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a degree or diploma in OH&S (or equivalent) and may involve obtaining COR certification. The City offers competitive compensation and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience applying OH&S regulations, standards and city policies.
• Ability to analyze procedures to identify risks and implement controls.
• Experience collaborating with multiple stakeholder groups including JOHSC.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement a comprehensive OH&S program.
• Assist management in developing measures to control hazards and reduce risk.
• Monitor compliance with OH&S regulations and city policies.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Communication

Education

Degree, Diploma or Certificate in Occupational Health and/or Safety

CRSP/ROH/CIH designation (asset)

Job description

The Health & Safety Manager will work collaboratively with City departments and employee groups to foster a strong culture of safety throughout the organization.The position will support superv...

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Job Description

The Health & Safety Manager will work collaboratively with City departments and employee groups to foster a strong culture of safety throughout the organization. The position will support supervisory and managerial staff in the coordination, implementation, and continuous improvement of a comprehensive health and safety program. Under the direction of the management team, the Health & Safety Manager will analyze operating procedures, materials, and equipment conditions at work sites to identify potential risks of injury and occupational illness. Responsibilities include assisting management in developing and implementing measures to control workplace hazards, reduce organizational risk, and minimize loss and liability for the City. The Health & Safety Manager will also support the Emergency Management Coordinator and serve as a backup for this position when required.

In partnership with the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee (JOHSC), the incumbent is responsible for monitoring compliance with occupational health and safety (OH&S) regulations, legislation, standards, and City policies, programs, and procedures.

This position is responsible for anticipating, recognizing, and evaluating workplace hazards, as well as assisting in the development and implementation of practical control measures to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

• Provide advice and recommendations to managers regarding regulatory compliance.
• Assist in investigating safety concerns and incidents, and prepare reports with recommendations for management.
• Coordinate health and safety projects and initiatives.
• Develop and deliver health and safety education programs and materials as required.
• Conduct ergonomic assessments and provide related recommendations.
• Guide and support the operation of the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee, including serving as meeting note taker.
• Obtain and maintain City COR Certification.
• Support Emergency Management activities and serve as a backup resource when required.

The successful candidate will require a valid BC (Class 5) driver's license. For new hires and those working in designated positions of trust, including those working directly with vulnerable persons, employment is conditional on a satisfactory police information check.

Qualifications

• Degree, Diploma or Certificate (combined with experience) in Occupational Health and/or Safety or, an acceptable combination of education, training and experience.
• Professional Designation (or working towards): CRSP, ROH or CIH is an asset.
• Experience working in the public sector operations or a unionized environment is an asset.

Additional Information

We offer a total rewards package with competitive salaries ($78,000 - $98,000) yr comprehensive extended health care benefits, group insurances, opportunities for career growth and development, well-being benefits, an employee assistance program, exclusive perks, on-site parking and a supportive, respectful work environment.

The City of Merritt is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to building a respectful and inclusive workplace that reflects the community we serve.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.