Safety Manager - Kamloops

Transdev Canada; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 85,500 - 104,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative environment

Impact on safety

Job summary

Transdev Canada is hiring a Safety & Training Manager to lead health, safety, and training initiatives at our Kamloops location. The role blends strategic leadership with hands-on support to ensure compliance and foster a proactive safety culture.

The ideal candidate will have OH&S expertise, strong communication skills, and a passion for continuous improvement, with experience managing safety in a unionized environment.

Qualifications

• Post‑secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety or a related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive occupational health and safety experience.
• Minimum 2 years of leadership or management experience.
• Professional safety designation such as CRSP, CHSC, or CSO is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and continuous improvement of health, safety, and training programs.
• Provide leadership on safety policies, procedures, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage the Safety and Training team in a unionized environment.
• Partner with leaders to identify safety risks and implement corrective actions.
• Act as liaison with WorkSafeBC on claims, inspections, and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

OH&S expertise

Analytical thinking

Training delivery

Confidentiality

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Post-secondary OH&S

Job description

Transdev Canada is hiring a Safety Manager for our Kamloops, BC location.

As a leading operator and global integrator of mobility, Transdev gives passengers the freedom to move whenever and however they choose. We provide over 12 million passenger trips every day across 19 countries, delivering safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible transportation solutions that connect people and communities. With more than 105,000 employees worldwide, we are committed to innovation, operational excellence, and creating a culture where safety comes first.

Transdev Canada is seeking an experienced Safety & Training Manager to lead our health, safety, and training programs in Kamloops. This position combines strategic leadership with hands‑on operational support to ensure regulatory compliance, foster a proactive safety culture, and deliver effective employee training and development. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with strong OH&S expertise, excellent communication skills, and a passion for continuous improvement.

Your Role

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of health, safety, and training programs that support a strong safety culture.
• Provide leadership and guidance to managers and employees on occupational health and safety policies, procedures, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage the Safety and Training team in a unionized environment.
• Partner with operational leaders to identify safety risks, develop corrective actions, and implement sustainable solutions.
• Act as the primary liaison with WorkSafeBC regarding claims management, policy interpretation, inspections, and compliance matters.
• Manage WorkSafeBC claims and return‑to‑work programs, including modified duties and employee reintegration plans.
• Conduct incident investigations, workplace inspections, hazard assessments, and root cause analyses while ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
• Monitor and analyze safety performance using leading and lagging indicators and prepare internal and external safety reports.
• Develop, coordinate, and deliver classroom, behind‑the‑wheel, remedial, refresher, and return‑to‑work training programs.
• Maintain accurate training, licensing, and compliance records for all employees.
• Develop and update training materials, operating procedures, and emergency response plans.
• Support Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committees by providing safety data, recommendations, and follow‑up on corrective actions.
• Lead safety meetings, promote employee engagement, and recognize safe work practices to strengthen the organization’s safety culture.

The Perks

• Competitive annual salary of $95,000
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and pension plan.
• Career growth opportunities with one of North America's leading transportation providers.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact by improving workplace safety and supporting sustainable public transit.
• Work for a company that values diversity, employee development, and continuous improvement.

Your Profile

• Post‑secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety or a related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive occupational health and safety experience.
• Minimum 2 years of leadership or management experience.
• Professional safety designation such as CRSP, CHSC, or CSO is considered an asset.
• Experience working in a unionized environment is preferred.
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence and ability to travel between worksites using a personal vehicle.
• Thorough knowledge of the Workers Compensation Act, WorkSafeBC regulations, and occupational health and safety legislation.
• Experience with incident investigations, WorkSafeBC claims management, return‑to‑work programs, and occupational health and safety management systems.
• Proven ability to advise, coach, and influence managers, supervisors, employees, and Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committees.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to deliver training and presentations.
• Demonstrated leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to maintain confidentiality while working in a fast‑paced environment.

Your Location

• This is a full‑time position.
• There is a requirement to work standard business hours with occasional overtime as needed.

Join an international Group strongly rooted in the communities

Transdev is an international leader in mobility at the service of communities. We design and operate public transport networks – buses, coaches, trams, trains, shared bikes, ferries, and more – to empower freedom to move everyday thanks to safe, reliable and innovative solutions that serve the common good.

Because we are people serving people, our 105,000 employees have a positive impact on people and society. It is by taking care of them that we empower people to move forward.

In March 2023, Transdev Canada expanded its reach in western Canada by acquiring First Transit. By joining forces, Transdev Canada is now the largest multi‑modal privately owned transportation company in Canada.

And what about you? What drives you?