Employee Health and Safety Officer

Workers' Safety & Compensation Commission; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A safety and compensation organization in Yellowknife seeks an Employee Health and Safety Officer to lead health and safety initiatives. The role involves developing safety programs, advising management, and promoting employee wellbeing. Ideal candidates have a relevant bachelor's degree and experience in occupational health and safety. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Northern Living Allowance of $3,700

Relocation assistance

Superior benefits package

Learning and development programs

Generous leave entitlements

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant experience in Occupational health and safety.
• CRSP designation is an asset.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop and champion health and safety strategies with leadership.
• Serve as trusted advisor on health and safety programs.
• Promote employee wellbeing through initiatives.

Skills

Passion for Health and Safety

Expertise in Occupational Health and Safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Overview

Workers' Safety & Compensation Commission
Northwest Territories

Posted Date: September 17, 2025

Closing Date: September 30, 2025

As the Employee Health and Safety Officer at the Workers’ Safety & Compensation Commission (WSCC), you'll play a pivotal role in shaping a thriving, safety-first culture across the organization. This is not just a job—it’s an opportunity to drive meaningful change in line with our Vision to eliminate workplace diseases and injuries.

In this dynamic position, you’ll lead the development and evolution of key programs, including the Occupational and Psychological Health and Safety Program, Health and Wellness Program, and the Return to Work/Duty to Accommodate Program. These programs are cornerstones of the WSCC’s forward-thinking Human Resources Workforce Planning Strategy.

Your expertise will directly support the WSCC’s vision, mission, and values—empowering our teams through innovative safety education, strategic guidance, and unwavering advocacy for worker wellbeing. By offering expert legislative and technical advice, you'll be at the forefront of transforming how we think about health, safety, and wellness in the workplace.

Here are a few ways you will make a difference:

• Collaborating with the Leadership Team and Senior Management to develop and champion forward-thinking health and safety strategies, including the creation and rollout of comprehensive safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Serving as a trusted advisor to management at all levels, offering expert guidance on interpreting, implementing, and managing the WSCC Occupational and Psychological Health and Safety Program.
• Fostering employee wellbeing by promoting a variety of health and wellness initiatives, organizing engaging sessions, and distributing targeted promotional materials.
• Tracking the effectiveness of wellness programs by measuring impact, analyzing outcomes, and integrating employee feedback collected through surveys and evaluations to continually improve offerings.
• Leading and facilitating all Health, Safety and Wellness Advisory Committee meetings to foster collaboration and continuous improvement.

What you bring to the role:

• A passion for Health and Safety.
• A bachelor’s degree in a related field (occupational health and safety, business or public administration, human resources or social sciences), with 3 years of relevant experience in Occupational health and safety.
• A CRSP (Canadian Registered Safety Professional) designation is an asset.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

What we offer:

• The opportunity to positively impact the quality of life for workers across the NWT and Nunavut.
• A Northern Living Allowance of $3,700 for Yellowknife or $22,996 for Iqaluit.
• Relocation assistance.
• For staff in Iqaluit – subsidized housing may be provided.
• A superior benefits package and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan.
• Learning and development programs and funding dedicated to your career growth.
• Generous leave entitlements and a workplace culture that supports a healthy work-life balance.
• A culturally diverse workforce that embraces change and welcomes your life experience.
• Federal and territorial tax incentives such as the NWT or Nunavut personal tax credits and the Northern Residents Tax Deductions.

Criminal Record Check: Candidates must be able to provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Indigenous Employment Policy: Candidates must clearly state their eligibility to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Equivalencies: May be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Diversity and Inclusion: The Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility: Eligibility lists may be created from the competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

The Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission’s (WSCC) vision is to eliminate workplace diseases and injuries. Our mission is to promote workplace health and safety while providing no fault insurance to employers and care for injured workers. Our values are respect, engagement, integrity, openness, cultural safety, excellence, and stewardship in the workplace

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