Occupational Health and Safety Manager

City of Kelowna; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 112,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Kelowna is seeking an Occupational Health and Safety Manager to lead safety initiatives across all departments. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in health and safety management, particularly within public sector environments. Responsibilities include strategic leadership of the safety program and fostering a culture where safety is prioritized. A competitive salary range of $112,000 to $131,000 is offered along with comprehensive benefits and work-life balance opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive employer-paid benefits

Earned day off program

Paid vacation

Strong pension plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in organizational health and safety.
• Experience in public sector safety management preferred.
• Understanding of diverse business requirements of city divisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the city’s safety program and team of safety professionals.
• Ensure safety services align with corporate vision.
• Inspire a culture of safety within the organization.

Skills

Leadership skills

Strategic thinking

Knowledge of health and safety regulations

Ability to inspire others

Education

Post-secondary education in occupational health and safety or related field

Canadian Registered Safety Professional Designation

Job description

Occupational Health and Safety Manager

Join our dynamic team! Are you ready to make a real impact on workplace safety? The City of Kelowna is seeking a dynamic Safety Manager to lead a team of passionate safety professionals, delivering comprehensive safety services across all departments. In this critical role, you’ll provide strategic leadership, direction, and management of our safety program—ensuring it aligns with our corporate vision and values.

If you’re driven to inspire others and champion a culture where safety is everyone’s responsibility, we want you on our team! Step into a role where your expertise will help build a stronger, safer organization—where every employee feels empowered to make a difference.

Qualifications

This position requires post‑secondary education in occupational health and safety or a related field along with Canadian Registered Safety Professional Designation. A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in organizational health and safety is required, preferably in the public sector; experience in a unionized environment is preferred. The position requires a good understanding of the diverse business requirements of the City’s divisions and departments.

Help create Kelowna asa City of the Future. Our diverse and dynamic team strives to innovate to make things better, work as one team, serve proudly and lead responsibly. Live, work and play in one of Canada’s fastest growing cities. Kelowna boasts miles of lake access, public areas and outdoor recreation opportunities, a vibrant downtown and cultural scene, healthy and connected neighbourhoods, and a world‑renowned College and University. You’re only a quick link to the world via the Kelowna International Airport.

Grow your career in an organization that supports employee work‑life balance and career and professional development. This exempt position offers a salary range of $112,000 to $131,000, employer‑paid comprehensive benefits, an earned day off program, paid vacation and one of Canada’s top pension plans.

The City of Kelowna is committed to being an organization that values and reflects its community’s diverse population, and to fostering an equitable, inclusive and progressive work environment where everyone can be their authentic self and feels a sense of belonging.

For further information or to apply, please check our website at www.kelowna.ca/careers.

Applications must be received by end of day December 19, 2025.

Applicants may not be contacted until the New Year.