Safety Coordinator

DMC Recruitment Group; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

RRSP

Flexible schedule

Career trajectory opportunities

Job summary

DMC Recruitment Group partners with a local Kelowna leader in the concrete industry to hire a Safety Coordinator in Kelowna, BC. This hands-on role focuses on maintaining and developing a strong safety culture, applying WorkSafeBC regulations, and shaping company-wide safety initiatives.

You’ll lead trainings, inspections, incident investigations, and environmental reporting while collaborating with management across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety, Kinesiology, Occupational Therapy, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in an occupational health and safety role within an industrial, manufacturing, construction, or related environment.
• Strong knowledge of WorkSafeBC regulations and safety compliance.
• Valid driver's licence with a clean driving abstract.
• Level 2 First Aid (Level 3 preferred).
• WHMIS, Confined Space, and Fall Protection certifications.
• CRSP or CSP designation is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and promote a positive safety culture throughout the organization.
• Ensure compliance with WorkSafeBC regulations and company safety policies.
• Develop, implement, and improve safety procedures, safe work practices, and standard operating procedures.
• Conduct workplace inspections, hazard assessments, and safety audits.
• Investigate incidents, complete reports, and implement corrective actions.
• Manage WorkSafeBC claims and support return-to-work and modified duty programs.
• Coordinate employee safety training, orientations, and ongoing education.
• Plan and lead monthly safety meetings across multiple locations.
• Maintain safety records, documentation, and regulatory reporting.
• Manage PPE inventory and ensure safety equipment remains compliant and up to date.
• Oversee environmental reporting and compliance while liaising with regulatory agencies when required.
• Partner with leadership to identify risks and implement preventative safety initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Training leadership

Documentation

Microsoft Office

Decision making

Employee coaching

Education

OH&S related degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Building Materials/Construction

$30-36+/hr (depending on experience) + comprehensive benefits package + career trajectory opportunities + RRSP + flexible schedule
Kelowna, BC

Our client, a well-established and locally owned leader in the concrete industry, is looking for a Safety Coordinator to join their team in Kelowna, BC.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive health and safety professional who is passionate about maintaining and developing a strong safety culture, creating best practices, and ensuring employees return home safely every day. You'll play a key role in shaping company-wide safety initiatives while working closely with management and employees across multiple locations.

What You'll Do

• Lead and promote a positive safety culture throughout the organization.
• Ensure compliance with WorkSafeBC regulations and company safety policies.
• Develop, implement, and improve safety procedures, safe work practices, and standard operating procedures.
• Conduct workplace inspections, hazard assessments, and safety audits.
• Investigate incidents, complete reports, and implement corrective actions.
• Manage WorkSafeBC claims and support return-to-work and modified duty programs.
• Coordinate employee safety training, orientations, and ongoing education.
• Plan and lead monthly safety meetings across multiple locations.
• Maintain safety records, documentation, and regulatory reporting.
• Manage PPE inventory and ensure safety equipment remains compliant and up to date.
• Oversee environmental reporting and compliance while liaising with regulatory agencies when required.
• Partner with leadership to identify risks and implement preventative safety initiatives.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is an organized, hands-on safety professional who enjoys working in industrial environments and building strong relationships with employees at all levels.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety, Kinesiology, Occupational Therapy, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in an occupational health and safety role within an industrial, manufacturing, construction, or related environment.
• Strong knowledge of WorkSafeBC regulations and safety compliance.
• Valid driver's licence with a clean driving abstract.
• Level 2 First Aid (Level 3 preferred).
• WHMIS, Confined Space, and Fall Protection certifications.
• CRSP or CSP designation is considered an asset.

Skills & Experience

• Strong understanding of industrial equipment, vehicles, and workplace hazards.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Comfortable leading safety meetings and employee training sessions.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Calm, confident decision-maker during emergency situations.
• Ability to influence, coach, and motivate employees to maintain a strong safety culture.

Why Join?

• Join a respected and growing local company with multiple operations.
• Make a meaningful impact on employee health, safety, and environmental performance.
• Work closely with an experienced leadership team that values safety and continuous improvement.
• Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunity to build and shape long-term safety initiatives across the organization.

If you're passionate about workplace safety and enjoy creating safer, healthier work environments, we'd love to hear from you.