Health And Safety Advisor

Jagger; British Columbia; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing client is seeking a remote Safety Advisor for the Okanagan region. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Occupational Health and Safety and 5–7 years of experience in OHS advisory. Strong training in OHS regulations and experience in diverse manufacturing environments are crucial. If you have a passion for safety and employee well-being, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in OHS advisory or consulting.
• Experience in diverse manufacturing environments.
• Working knowledge of WorkSafeBC and BC OHS Regulations.

Skills

OHS regulations training

Coaching and mentorship

Organizational dynamics awareness

Adult education concepts

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Master’s degree in Occupational & Environmental Hygiene

Job description

We are recruiting for the Safety Advisor to cover the Okanagan region for a leading manufacturing client. If you are an advisor who is able to work remotely and has a passion for manufacturing and safety, we’d like to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Health Sciences, or a related field (BASc preferred)
• Master’s degree in Occupational & Environmental Hygiene or a relevant science field is an asset
• Strong training in OHS regulations, policy and program development; coaching and mentorship experience preferred
• Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in OHS advisory or consulting
• Equivalent combinations of experience and education will be considered
• Experience in diverse manufacturing environments such as food & beverage, wood products processing, or metal fabricating is a strong asset
• Working knowledge of applicable WorkSafeBC and BC OHS Regulations, CSA Standards, and COR or ISO audit standards and guidelines

Attributes

• Strong awareness of organizational dynamics and the challenges of safety program implementation and compliance
• Ability to understand how safety issues may impact employee performance and conduct at work
• Acts as a resource, coach, and mentor to inter-professional teams in workplace health and safety
• Skilled at identifying learning needs and applying adult education concepts to plan, design, and deliver safety training programs
• Successful track record in consulting with workplace contacts, teams, and business leadership on safety initiatives

If this sounds like you - please apply!