Health, Safety & Environment Manager

CIMA+; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CIMA+ is seeking a Health Safety & Environment Manager to oversee safety management services for multiple projects in the T&D sector. This role involves ensuring compliance with safety regulations, developing programs, and collaborating with project teams. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in safety management and a passion for improving workplace safety.

Benefits

Comprehensive Group Benefits from day one

Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with 4% employer contribution

3-5 weeks of vacation based on experience

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Tailored training to improve your existing skills

Qualifications

• Minimum ten (10) years of experience in a safety management role.
• Strong understanding of BC safety requirements and OSHA standards.
• Field experience with high-voltage electrical systems is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain safety programs to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Conduct hazard assessments and job site inspections.
• Lead incident investigations and develop corrective action plans.

Skills

Risk Assessment

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelors degree in Safety Management, Engineering or Environmental Science

Certification in Occupational Health & Safety

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Incident reporting systems

Safety compliance software

Job description

CIMAs Project Management team is at the forefront of delivering construction projects across a wide range of industries including institutional and heritage buildings healthcare public transportation energy infrastructure and manufacturing. We pride ourselves on creating tailored project management solutions guiding each project from start to finish. With a collaborative transparent approach we deeply understand our clients vision and provide agile effective solutions to navigate the complexities and uniqueness of every project. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic innovative and collaborative environment where youll make a real impact. Together well push boundaries and go above whats expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world!

We are seeking a highly skilledHealth Safety & Environment Manager to join our team supporting safety management services for an electrical utility client. You will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with safety regulations developing and implementing safety programs and mitigating workplace hazards across multiple engineering and construction projects within the transmission and distribution (T&D) sector.

This role requires collaboration with engineering teams project managers and field staff to integrate safety into all phases of project delivery from design through construction and commissioning.

Primary Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain safety programs to ensure compliance with WorkSafe BC OSHA NERC and BC safety standards
• Conduct hazard assessments job site inspections and audits to identify potential risks and implement corrective actions
• Monitor compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations and (OSH) Standards and corporate safety policies
• Develop and implement Safe Work Procedures (SWP) and ensure personnel are trained in their use
• Lead incident investigations perform root cause analyses and develop corrective action plans
• Maintain and update the Project Hazard Log ensuring safety risks are identified recorded and mitigated throughout the project lifecycle
• Oversee and support the development of Owners Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (OHIRA) for projects
• Conduct risk assessment in the assignment or retention of Prime Contractors ensuring appropriate safety measures are in place
• Act as a safety lead for multiple engineering and construction projects ensuring safe execution of work
• Coordinate with Prime Contractors field operations and construction management teams to enforce safety protocols
• Conduct Safety By Design reviews to integrate hazard control measures into engineering plans
• Provide on-site safety support including job hazard analysis field inspections and safety audits
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety requirements including limits of approach confined space entry and arc flash protection
• Deliver safety orientations and training sessions to project personnel contractors and subcontractors
• Develop and maintain Safety Management Plans (SMP) and Environmental Protection Plans (EPP) as required
• Ensure that all safety documents incident reports and compliance records are accurate up to date and properly filed
• Participate in internal and external safety audits to maintain high safety performance standards

Qualifications :

• Certification in Occupational Health & Safety (e.g. Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or equivalent)
• Bachelors degree in Safety Management Engineering Environmental Science or a related field (preferred but not mandatory)
• Minimum ten (10)years of experience in a safety management role within the utilities engineering or construction industry
• Experience in safety leadership roles on projects involving electrical transmission & distribution systems substations and high-voltage work
• Strong understanding of BCsafety requirements WorkSafe BC and OSHA standards
• Knowledge of Prime Contractor responsibilities and multi-employer worksite safety coordination
• Field experience with high-voltage electrical systems and T&D construction safety is a strong asset
• Proven experience in incident investigation risk assessment and safety training
• Excellent knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety regulations and industry best practices
• Strong leadership and communication skills to influence and guide teams on safety matters
• Ability to interpret engineering plans and integrate safety controls into project designs
• Proactive and hands-on approach to field safety with strong problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite incident reporting systems and safety compliance software
• Ability to work independently and travel to various project sites as required

For more information please contactAlina Souralay

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At CIMA we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value but dont meet all the job requirements We invite you to apply because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success.

Why choose CIMA Because we offer you :

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with 4% employer contribution
• As an employee-owned company an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees
• Work / Life balance policy across Canada
• 3-5 weeks of vacation based on years of relevant experience
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills

Additional Information :

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities forcandidates regardless of their identity (race ethnicity colour religion gender age disability sexual orientation gender identity or expressionsocio-economic status or background etc.).

In keeping with the principles of employment equity we encourage all applications including but not limited to those from women Indigenouspeople people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying foremployment.

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