Health And Safety Advisor

Talentify; Richmond; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated Health & Safety Advisor is sought for a hospital construction project in Vancouver, BC. In this onsite role, you'll lead safety orientations, conduct inspections, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have extensive HSE experience in institutional or healthcare contexts, along with relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of direct HSE experience in construction, preferably in institutional or healthcare projects.
• Occupational First Aid Level 2 (mandatory).
• Strong knowledge of OH&S and environmental legislation in British Columbia.

Responsibilities

• Lead site-specific safety orientations and ensure personnel are trained on HSE protocols.
• Conduct job site inspections and hazard assessments to identify and mitigate risks.
• Monitor compliance with health and safety policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict Resolution

Risk Assessment

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety

Job description

Description

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Health & Safety Advisor to support a hospital construction project in Vancouver, BC. This role is ideal for a safety professional with a strong background in institutional or healthcare-related construction who is committed to fostering a culture of safety, compliance, and collaboration on-site.

Key Responsibilities

Lead site-specific safety orientations and ensure all personnel are trained on hospital-specific HSE protocols.

Conduct regular job site inspections and hazard assessments (e.g., CHA, JHA, PSI) to proactively identify and mitigate risks.

Monitor employees and subcontractors for compliance with health and safety policies, escalating issues as needed.

Act as a first aid attendant and coordinate emergency response efforts on-site.

Organize and deliver training programs on WHMIS, Fall Protection, PPE, CPR/First Aid, Emergency Response, and more.

Participate in and support incident investigations, ensuring proper documentation and follow-up.

Review and enforce subcontractor safety submittals and ensure alignment with OH&S regulations and healthcare facility standards.

Compile and analyze safety statistics (weekly, monthly, quarterly, annually) to identify trends and recommend corrective actions.

Attend client meetings to provide updates on safety performance and initiatives.

Support the implementation and monitoring of the project’s HSE Plan, HSEOPs, and emergency response protocols.

Promote a “safety-first” culture across all levels of the project team and stakeholders.

MUST HAVE:

5–10 years of direct HSE experience in construction, preferably in institutional or healthcare projects.

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, or a related field.

Safety certifications such as NCSO, CRSP, CHST, or Construction Safety Officer (CSO) are preferred.

Occupational First Aid Level 2 (with Transportation Endorsement) – mandatory.

Strong knowledge of OH&S and environmental legislation in British Columbia.

Experience with COR auditing, ISO standards, and subcontractor management.

Familiarity with cranes and hoisting operations is an asset.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable adopting new technologies.

Excellent communication, leadership, and conflict resolution skills.

Ability to influence and educate teams on safety best practices and compliance.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Richmond,BC.

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About Actalent

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