Health and Safety Officer (Greater Saint John and Greater Fredericton Regions of New Brunswick)

WorkSafeNB; Saint John; On-site; CAD 77,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial health and safety authority in New Brunswick is seeking a Health and Safety Officer to promote workplace safety through inspections and education. The successful candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience in health and safety. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits including a pension plan and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Public Service Pension Plan

Competitive vacation entitlements

Qualifications

• Three years of relevant work experience in health and safety.
• Sound knowledge of health and safety issues.
• Experience in building construction is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct workplace inspections to promote safety.
• Investigate incidents and complaints.
• Provide expertise to clients and technical committees.

Skills

Client-focused Service

Analytical Thinking

Teamwork and Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Emotional Intelligence

Education

University degree or post-secondary diploma

Tools

CRSP certification

CHSC certification

Job description

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The Opportunity

This position is located in the Greater Saint John and Greater Fredericton Regions of New Brunswick. WorkSafeNB is seeking to fill a permanent position of Health and Safety Officer. Reporting to the Manager Compliance Services, you promote safe and healthy work environments across the province by educating employers and employees on their rights and responsibilities.

Your key areas of responsibility

• Promote safe and healthy workplaces across the province through conducting workplace inspections and enforcing the New Brunswick Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) Act and its Regulations.
• Be on call and first on scene to investigate incidents, complaints and work refusals.
• Provide expertise, consultation, and assistance to clients, Prevention Team, other WorkSafeNB members, and internal and external technical committees.

You also embrace the following competencies

• Client-focused Service
• Adaptability
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Ensuring Accountability
• Analytical Thinking
• Attention to Detail
• Emotional Intelligence / Self-awareness
• Enforcement
• Note Taking and Report Writing
• Consulting and Advising

You as a successful candidate possess

• University degree or post-secondary diploma in a relevant discipline.
• Three years of relevant work experience in a technical specialty, including health and safety related work.
• Ability to demonstrate a sound knowledge of health and safety issues and principles.
• CRSP (Canadian Registered Safety Professional) or CHSC (Certified Health and Safety Consultant) certification is considered an asset.
• Experience in building construction would be considered an asset.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

You will be required to have a valid driver license and to use your own vehicle. Travel expenses are reimbursed as per our expense directive. Written and spoken competence in English is required.

Compensation and benefits

Pay Scale: $77,735.49 to $91,452.80

WorkSafeNB offers a competitive annual salary with excellent benefits including:

• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, life insurance, and LTD).
• New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan.
• Competitive vacation and leave entitlements.
• Enhanced opportunities for professional learning and development.
• Ability to travel to and work in required areas in New Brunswick.

How to apply

If you are interested in an exciting and rewarding career with WorkSafeNB, please apply online by August 25, 2025.

We thank all those who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Privacy and about us

Privacy Statement: WorkSafeNB protects personal information under applicable privacy laws. By submitting your application you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information for staffing purposes, and understand it may be retained as described by RTIPPA and PHIPAA.

WorkSafeNB is committed to preventing workplace injuries and illness through education and enforcement of the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Regional Services: Saint John is the head office location.

Contact

For more information about WorkSafeNB or this employment opportunity, please visit the WorkSafeNB website.