Health & Safety Coordinator

Surrey Schools (School District #36 Surrey); Surrey; On-site; CAD 81,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Municipal Pension

13 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Surrey Schools is seeking a Health and Safety Coordinator for a one-year temporary position. Reporting to the Manager, Employee Health & Safety (EHS), the role supports the Prevention team by delivering health and safety programs across the school district.

The officer will plan and track initiatives, coordinate activities across departments, maintain documentation, and assist with training and communications. A Diploma in OH&S and a BC Driver's License are required.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety with 3 years' related experience.
• Valid BC Driver's License.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organization and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint)

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and track health and safety initiatives, timelines, and action items.
• Coordinate project activities across departments and sites; liaise with partners and maintain documentation.
• Track safety records, address deficiencies, and resolve compliance issues.
• Participate in audits, hazard assessments, inspections, and incident investigations; support corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain safety documentation including checklists, procedures, and training materials.
• Support development and delivery of training; assist with safety communications and toolbox talks.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Project management

Analytical skills

Team player

Discretion

MS Office

Inclusion and Belonging

Education

Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety

BC Driver's License

Job description

The Surrey School District respectfully acknowledges that our schools reside on the traditional, unceded, and shared territories of Coast Salish peoples: The q?i´c??y? - Katzie, the q??a:n????n?- Kwantlen and the SEMYOME - Semiahmoo First Nations, who have been stewards of this land since time immemorial.

Surrey Schools is the largest BC school district and the second-largest employer in Surrey. Surrey Schools provides quality education to over 82,000 students with 124 schools sites and a variety of other learning facilities, offering a broad range of innovative programs and services to support the learning of our students. The Surrey School District team of approximately 13,000 employees works tirelessly every day to ensure that children are getting the best start they can, providing the preparation to be our leaders of tomorrow.

Our Commitment

Providing quality education extends beyond academic excellence; we are committed to creating and cultivating diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free environments for all applicants, employees, students, and their families.

Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion & Values

Our identity, as Surrey Schools, is expressed in the shared values of openness, fairness and belonging and recognizes the importance of diversity of identity and thought. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to removing barriers and creating a workplace where everyone, regardless of their background, feels empowered to contribute their best.

Join us in our mission to provide the best start for children, preparing them to be the leaders of tomorrow. If you are passionate about education, diversity, and making a positive impact, we invite you to explore opportunities with Surrey Schools.

One Year Temporary Position

Job Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Employee Health & Safety (EHS), the Health and Safety Coordinator supports the Prevention team by providing operational support for health and safety programs across the school district. The role also supports project planning, coordination, implementation, tracking and reporting for health and safety projects and initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, executing, and tracking health and safety initiatives, timelines, and action items.
• Coordinate project activities across departments and sites. Liaise with internal departments and external partners to support implementation. Maintain project documentation and prepare regular project status updates and reports.
• Track safety records, address deficiencies, and resolve or elevate compliance issues.
• Participate in audits, hazard assessments, inspections, and incident investigations and support implementation of corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain safety documentation including checklists, procedures, inspection forms, and training materials.
• Support the development and delivery of training. Assist with safety communications and toolbox talks.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety and three years’ recent related experience.
• Valid B.C. Driver's License

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Working knowledge of health and safety legislation and safe work practices.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate and build trust with a variety of partners.
• Strong organization and project management skills and ability to manage multiple, concurrent activities.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently.
• Ability to exercise tact and discretion and maintain a calm, professional approach to sensitive situations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint) and health and safety platforms.
• Commitment to inclusion and belonging and building a caring and respectful workplace.

What We're Offering

• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Extended Medical, Vision and Dental
• Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Municipal Pension
• 13 Paid Holidays, plus Sick & Vacation Time
• Supportive workplace with a positive and productive work environment. Feel a sense of security and safety to act, speak, and reflect who you are

The salary range for this position is $80,828 to $101,034 per year with comprehensive benefits package and Municipal Pension.

Placement in the salary range is determined by an assessment of qualifications and ability to meet the key requirements of the job, and consideration of internal equity comparisons. The midpoint of the range represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications, and experience for the position.

Note:

Successful applicants will be required to consent to a Criminal Records Search prior to employment. Only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. To all others, thank you for your interest.

Surrey Schools recognizes the importance of accessibility and supporting the diverse needs of our community. If there is any accommodation you may require for your interview, whether related to accessibility or otherwise, please do not hesitate to advise and we will make every effort to meet your needs.