Licensing & Permitting Officer

WorkSafeBC; Richmond; Hybrid; CAD 66,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension plan

3 weeks of vacation in first year

Health care and dental benefits

Leave and earned-time-off arrangements

Development opportunities (tuition, 领导

Job summary

WorkSafeBC in British Columbia is seeking a Licensing and Permitting Officer who will support compliance with the Workers Compensation Act and OHS regulations. You will manage licensing and permitting files, assess risk, and make defensible decisions to protect workers.

The role involves inspections, audits, and collaborations across stakeholders. The position embraces a hybrid work arrangement and is based in Richmond with potential travel.

Qualifications

• University degree (or equivalent) in a related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of real-time experience related to OHS compliance auditing.
• Experience with asbestos abatement strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Make decisions that protect lives using evidence-based licensing and permitting enforcement authority.
• Plan risk-based inspections, conduct audits, investigate complaints, and contribute technical expertise.
• Help shape stronger regulatory programs by turning emerging risks and data into improved procedures and standards.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to promote licensing and permitting programs; deliver presentations and training materials.
• Model WorkSafeBC behaviours: responsive, respectful, fair, collaborative, accountable, and forward thinking.

Skills

OHS compliance auditing

Education

University degree or equivalent in a related discipline

Job description

Salary is determined based on the candidate's qualifications and market conditions for the role.

Posting period

From 11/03/2026 to 11/18/2026

Overview

Reporting to theManager, Licensing Services, the Licensing and Permitting Officer supports thestrategic priorities of Prevention Programs & Services by serving as anOccupational Health and Safety (OHS) technical, licensing and permitting subjectmatter expert on compliance with the Workers Compensation Act, OccupationalHealth and Safety Regulations and program specific requirements.

The Licensing andPermitting Officer manages licensing and permitting files, integrates evidence,manages issues, assesses risk, and makes sound and defensible decisions thatsupport worker safety, regulatory compliance, and program objectives in adynamic enforcement environment.

This positioninitiates inspections, investigations, or audits that support qualityassurance, program integrity, and defensible decisions. The Licensing andPermitting Officer works in accordance with ethical and legal regulations,departmental procedures, organizational policies, practices, and guidelines,and principles of procedural fairness.

This role requires a seasonedprofessional with advanced technical expertise, strong analytical skills, andthe judgment to navigate complex regulatory matters independentl

How you’ll make a difference : You’ll help ensure B.C. workers go home safely atthe end of their workday.

Where you’ll work

Weserve the workers and employers across B.C., and we do that best when we'retogether. It's how we collaborate, learn from one another, and develop ourpeople.

This roleis currently designated as having a hybrid work arrangement and is based in ourRichmond, Kelownaor Nanaimo office.

Thisis a unionized role and is subject to the provisions of the CollectiveAgreement between the Workers’ Compensation Board of BC and the CompensationEmployees’ Union.

This roleis based in your assigned office

Likeeverything we do, our work model continues to evolve to support those we serve.We remain committed to a primarily in-office model that strengthens our cultureand helps us deliver our best work, while balancing flexibility and a positiveemployee experience.

What you'll do

• Makedecisions that protect lives. Use evidence-based licensing andpermitting decisions and enforcement authority to address risk. Helpemployers understand and meet requirements so workers go home safely at the endof the day.
• Take on varied, challenging work. Planrisk-based inspections, conduct audits, investigate complaints, and contributetechnical expertise.
• Help shape stronger regulatory programs. Turnemerging risks, program data, industry developments, and stakeholder feedbackinto improvements to criteria, procedures, service standards, and policy.
• Collaborate, influence, and share your expertise. Build strong relationships with internal andexternal stakeholders to promote licensing and permitting programs. Develop anddeliver presentations, tools, and resources that strengthen understanding ofprogram requirements. Use your communication skills to navigate challengingconversations and mentor new licensing and permitting officers.
• Our behaviours. Consistentlymodel the appropriate level of organizational behaviours expected of allWorkSafeBC employees: responsive, respectful, fair, collaborative, accountable,and forward thinking.
  

Is this a good fit for you?

You’ll thrive in this role if youwant to make a real difference to worker safety in high-risk industries and youenjoy:

• Solving complex problems. Bringanalytical discretion to weighing evidence, interpreting requirements, andreaching well-reasoned conclusions.
• Making consequential decisions. Use soundjudgement, integrity, and impartiality to balance risk, fairness, andaccountability—even when decisions are difficult or challenged.
• Taking ownership of varied work. Stayorganized, adapt to shifting priorities, and work independently to effectivelymanage complex caseloads. Enjoy hands-on inspections, audits, andinvestigations, with occasional travel required.
• Navigating challenging conversations. Listenactively, remain calm under pressure, and resolve conflict while recognizingwhen safety precautions or escalation are needed.
• Helping others understand and succeed. Explaintechnical information clearly in writing and conversation, build trust acrossdiverse perspectives, and enjoy sharing knowledge and mentoring colleagues.
• Learning and making things better. Staycurious about industry developments, recognize patterns in data and feedback,and turn insights into practical improvements that strengthen workerprotection.

Your background and experience

• A university degree (or equivalent) in arelated disciplineplus
• A minimum of 6 years of real-timeexperience related to OHS compliance auditing
• Experience working in asbestos abatement isstrongly preferred

We’ll consider equivalent combination ofexperience and education

Important to know

Before we can finalize any offer of employment, you must:

• Consent to a criminal record check Successfully meet two different criminal record clearances, one of which meets the legal requirements under the Criminal Records Review Act to work with children and/or vulnerable adults.
• Confirm you’re legally entitled to work in Canada

Who we are

At WorkSafeBC,we promote safe and healthy workplaces across British Columbia. We partner withworkers and employers to save lives and prevent injury, disease, anddisability. When work-related injuries or diseases occur, we providecompensation and support injured workers in their recovery, rehabilitation, andsafe return to work. We’re honoured to serve the 2.49 million workers and263,000 registered employers in our province.

What’s it like to work at WorkSafeBC?

It’s challenging, stimulating,and rewarding. Our positions offer diversity and opportunities for professionalgrowth. Every day, the work we do impacts people and changes lives. What we dois important, and so are the people we do it for.

Our ability to make a differencerelies on building a team with a rich variety of skills, knowledge,backgrounds, abilities, and experiences that reflects the diversity of thepeople we serve. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportivework culture where everyone can contribute as their best, authentic self.

As a member of our team, you’llhave access to services and benefits that help you get the most out of work —and life.

Along with a competitive salary of $ 47.67 - $60.00/ hourly , your total compensation package includes:

• Definedbenefit pension plan that provides you with a lifetime monthly pension when youretire
• 3 weeks ofvacation in your first year, with regular increases based on years of service
• Extensivehealth care and dental benefits
• Optionalleave and earned-time-off arrangements
• Developmentopportunities (tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and more)

Applicationsare welcomed immediately, however must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. PSTon the closing date.

Please notethat we will be starting assessments prior to the closing date.