Safety Advisor

CIMA+; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Safety Advisor within the Project Management team, focusing on compliance and safety management services for electrical utility projects. Leverage your expertise in safety regulations and implement tailored programs while ensuring workplace safety across multiple projects. Enjoy a collaborative culture that values employee input and provides ample opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive Group Benefits

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with employer contribution

Flexible work schedule

3-5 weeks of vacation

Tailored training opportunities

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain safety programs for compliance with industry standards.
• Conduct hazard assessments, inspections, and audits.
• Lead incident investigations and develop corrective action plans.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Risk Assessment

Safety Training

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Safety Management, Engineering, Environmental Science

Certification in Occupational Health & Safety (CRSP, CIH, CSP)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Safety Compliance Software

Job description

Company Description

Welcome to a place where people are at the heart of everything we do.

Welcometo people with an inspiring vision and who seek stimulating challenges. At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where you’ll have many opportunities to learn and develop while working on engaging projects.

We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define what work-life balance means to you.

When you join CIMA+, we welcome you to a place that you can call home.

Job Description

Mission

CIMA+’s 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 you’ll make a real impact. Together, we’ll push boundaries and go above what’s expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world!

We are seeking a highly skilled Safety Advisor 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)
• Bachelor’s 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 BC safety 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 contact Alina Souralay

At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value, but don't 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
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
• 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 for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-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, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.

Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

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