Director - Health, Safety & Environment

Mission Group Enterprises; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as the Director of Health, Safety & Environment, where you will shape and enhance safety programs in the construction sector. This pivotal role involves developing policies, conducting audits, and leading a team to foster a culture of safety. With a commitment to employee well-being and community engagement, you will ensure compliance with health and safety regulations while promoting a positive work environment. Enjoy competitive pay, generous benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional growth in a vibrant community-focused organization. Your leadership will make a real impact on the safety culture and operational excellence.

Benefits

Competitive base pay

Annual bonus program

Generous vacation plans

Volunteering plans

Dental care

Extended health care

Annual health spending account

Paid sick time

RRSP matching plan

Company teambuilding events

Qualifications

• 15+ years in a safety leadership position required.
• Proven skills in leadership, change management, and communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the health and safety program across job sites.
• Conduct safety audits and risk assessments to ensure compliance.
• Lead a team of safety professionals in fostering a positive culture.

Skills

Leadership

Change Management

Communication Skills

Training Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety

College diploma in a similar discipline

Tools

MS Office

Safety Software

Job description

DIRECTOR OF HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT

Come join one of Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers located in the Okanagan!

Mission Group provides team members with a competitive base salary, variable pay, annual merit pay increases, paid vacation, a comprehensive benefit plan, a matching RRSP plan, a general education & training program, and much more. In addition, team members can enjoy paid time off each month to volunteer for causes they care about!

Reporting to the Vice President of Construction, the Director of Health, Safety & Environment is responsible for developing and enhancing the safety program to build a unified culture of safety throughout the company. This includes the development and implementation of policies and procedures to standardize practices across job sites, mitigate risk, and comply with local governing bodies and legislation. The successful individual will not only comply with legislation but be at the forefront of influencing safety changes in residential high-rise and wood frame construction. The successful individual will have effective communication and be an influential decision-maker to ensure workers' compliance with health and safety legislation and regulations.

This position is part of the management team and plays an integral part in upholding the company’s safety program, culture, and values to both internal and external stakeholders. Located in Kelowna, BC, light travel will be required to local construction sites.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and manage the health and safety program, including standard operating procedures, best practices, and policies
• Champion training initiatives to mitigate risk, optimize workers’ health and safety, and foster a positive health and safety culture
• Lead and participate in workplace audits and investigations of safety concerns, incidents, and accidents
• Lead a team of safety professionals that includes hiring, performance management, mentoring, and career development
• Engage with the leadership team and execute on identified safety measures
• Conduct thorough safety audits and risk assessments on a regular basis to proactively identify potential health and safety hazards, and promptly suggest and implement effective mitigation measures to maintain a safe working environment
• Establish and cultivate positive relationships with key regulatory bodies to stay informed and compliant with evolving health and safety regulations, and proactively address any regulatory requirements to maintain a safe and compliant work environment
• Engage with multiple stakeholders in the business to ensure the safety program is applicable and meets/exceeds the required standards of the function
• Ensure MGC maintains its COR status
• Ensure MGC's WorkSafe BC rebates are maximized
• Partner with IT to determine software requirements for tracking, analyzing, and reporting on accidents and incidents.
• Provide quarterly safety reports by analyzing data to find trends and identify opportunities for improvement in safety procedures
• Develop corporate training initiatives on issues of workplace safety
• Maintain knowledge of industry best practices and identify emerging trends in health and safety
• Support the safety team with workplace inspections to ensure that equipment, materials, and processes do not present a safety or health hazard to employees and trades alike
• Additional responsibilities and duties as required

What You’ll Have:

• 15+ years in a safety leadership position
• A bachelor's degree/college diploma in occupational health and safety, or a similar discipline
• Experience in residential and/or mixed-rise concrete construction is strongly preferred
• CRSP designation, or working towards, is preferred
• Proven skills in leadership and change management
• Extensive knowledge of current industry safety policies and applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to conduct training
• Strong leadership skills
• Good computer skills and experience using MS Office and safety software
• Excellent organizational, time management, and relationship-building skills
• Knowledge of construction safety protocols

What We Offer:

• Competitive base pay and annual bonus program
• Generous vacation and volunteering plans
• Personal and professional development
• Dental care and extended health care
• Annual health spending account
• Paid sick time
• RRSP matching plan
• Company teambuilding events

About Mission Group:

At Mission Group we create places for people to flourish. We don’t just build homes – we also work hard at building communities, careers, and opportunities. Our team members are not just employees, they are also the current and future workers, experts, entrepreneurs, and leaders in our industry. Whatever path they’re on, we take pride in helping them achieve their goals while they’re helping us achieve ours.

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