Health, Safety and Wellness Advisor with Brightisle

Brightisle; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative community-focused organization is seeking a Health, Safety, and Wellness Advisor to enhance employee well-being and safety. This full-time role involves managing the Occupational Health and Safety program, developing wellness strategies, and collaborating with healthcare providers. You will play a key role in creating a supportive work environment, conducting incident investigations, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Join a vibrant team dedicated to improving collective health and well-being, with competitive compensation and benefits. If you're passionate about making a positive impact, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Benefits

RRSP Matching

Educational Opportunities

Fitness Allowance

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in health and safety roles or relevant education.
• Ability to analyze incident data for safety improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead health and safety initiatives and ensure compliance.
• Develop and implement occupational health policies.

Skills

Occupational Health and Safety Knowledge

Wellness Strategy Development

Incident Analysis

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Education

Relevant Education in Occupational Health

Professional Development

Tools

Spreadsheet Software

Database Software

Presentation Software

Word Processing Software

Job description

Do You

Love using your knowledge of health and safety to improve people’s lives? Do you have experience building safety and wellness programming? Are you passionate about creating a work environment that promotes employees' physical and mental health? Do you have experience liaising with Workplace NL and healthcare providers to support employee health and facilitate their return to work? Do you enjoy being part of a community-centric organization that knows how to have fun? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

The Health, Safety, and Wellness Advisor Role

As the Health, Safety, and Wellness Advisor, you will be responsible for managing the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) program and employee wellness through the disability management process. You will ensure our operations are safe by applying your knowledge of OHS legislation and best practices, and by fostering a safe and supportive work environment. Your responsibilities include developing and maintaining our Health and Safety Program, including safe work practices, incident reporting and investigation, and training. You will also liaise with Workplace NL and healthcare providers to support employee wellness and facilitate their return to work.

Who You’ll Be Working For

Brightisle is a leading provider of health and community care services in Newfoundland and Labrador. We are committed to improving collective health and well-being and making care better through innovative use of technology and community-centered approaches. With over 25 years of experience and over 1000 employees, our services include home support, residential care for children and youth, support for adults with I/DD, indigenous community capacity development, supervised family access, and private health and occupational safety services. Brightisle is a local, fully owned subsidiary of Seafair Capital.

What We Want You To Do

• Lead occupational health and safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment for all employees, in collaboration with management.
• Develop and implement requirements for the PRIME 2026 changes for large employers.
• Evaluate and uphold the PRIME program requirements, including annual audits.
• Provide guidance and advice to management and employees on health and safety matters, including training, records management, and safety programs.
• Ensure compliance with Workplace NL and provincial health and safety legislation, regulations, and guidelines.
• Develop, review, and implement occupational health and safety policies, procedures, and practices.
• Manage the joint Occupational Health and Safety Committees.
• Oversee the medical accommodation process.
• Support HR in absenteeism management and manage incident claims, including claims review and incident analysis.
• Lead incident investigations and recommend preventative measures, analyzing incident trends to improve safety strategies.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience as a Wellness Consultant, Occupational Health and Safety Advisor, or relevant education in an occupational health-related field.
• A desire to work in a vibrant, inclusive environment that fosters career growth.
• Experience developing comprehensive health, safety, and wellness strategies tailored to organizational needs.
• Ability to analyze incident data and compliance metrics to improve safety outcomes.
• Willingness to learn and adapt quickly to regulations such as Workplace NL and NL Occupational Health and Safety Regulations.
• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to handle sensitive situations professionally.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with leadership qualities to recommend and implement changes.
• Proficiency with software applications such as spreadsheets, databases, presentations, and word processing programs.

Education and Experience

We value diverse backgrounds and recognize that formal education is just one path to gaining the necessary skills. Candidates with relevant lived experience, professional development, or community involvement are encouraged to apply.

Why You’ll Love This Job

This full-time, permanent position offers the opportunity to work with a supportive team, learn the current processes from the incumbent, and expand the role over time. Brightisle offers competitive compensation, health benefits, RRSP matching, educational opportunities, a fitness allowance, and employee discounts, including great coffee and snacks!

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply now by submitting your resume and cover letter. The deadline is May 4th, 2025, but we will review applications until we find the right candidate. Brightisle is committed to inclusive hiring and will provide accommodations upon request.