Safety Officer
Matakana Scaffolding Inc
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Job summary
Matakana Scaffolding Inc. seeks a dedicated Safety Officer to uphold safe work practices across multiple active construction sites in the Lower Mainland. You will conduct site inspections, identify hazards, support training, and ensure WorkSafeBC compliance with company safety standards.
Regular travel between sites is required in all weather conditions. Join a proactive team focused on safety, efficiency, and high-quality workmanship.
Qualifications
- OHS certification or diploma related to safety practice.
- Strong knowledge of WCA and WorkSafeBC regulations.
- Excellent verbal and written communication for field teams.
- Willingness to travel among multiple sites daily.
Responsibilities
- Conduct site safety inspections and ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Identify hazards, document JHAs, and support corrective actions.
- Assist with PPE management and respirator fit testing.
- Support incident investigations and reporting with management.
- Promote toolbox talks and safety culture across sites.
- Coordinate monthly safety meetings and liaise with subcontractors.
Skills
Education
Job description
Matakana Scaffolding is a trusted supplier of scaffolding products and services, proudly headquartered in Burnaby, BC. We're growing fast across Metro Vancouver and beyond, with big plans to expand throughout North America. Our mission is simple: deliver top-quality products backed by honest, reliable, and personalized service.
Matakana Scaffolding is a trusted supplier of scaffolding products and services, proudly headquartered in Burnaby, BC. We're growing fast across Metro Vancouver and beyond, with big plans to expand throughout North America. Our mission is simple: deliver top-quality products backed by honest, reliable, and personalized service.
Matakana Scaffolding is a trusted supplier of scaffolding products and services, proudly headquartered in Burnaby, BC. We're growing fast across Metro Vancouver and beyond, with big plans to expand throughout North America. Our mission is simple: deliver top-quality products backed by honest, reliable, and personalized service.
As part of The Hazelwood Group, we offer the agility of a small team with the stability and backing of a larger organization. Learn more at matakanascaff.com and hazelwood.ca.
We're looking for a dedicated, proactive Safety Officer to support safe work practices across multiple active construction sites throughout the Lower Mainland. If you're someone who thrives in a fast-moving field environment and takes pride in keeping people safe, this role is for you.
You'll be hands-on in the field—conducting site inspections, identifying hazards, supporting training, and ensuring compliance with WorkSafeBC regulations and company safety standards. You'll work closely with Project Managers, Foremen, and site crews to help maintain safe, compliant, and productive job sites.
This is a full-time position with regular travel between active construction sites in all weather conditions.
- Competitive pay: $36-$50/hour (based on experience and qualifications)
- Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, disability, life)
- RRSP matching
- Overtime pay + performance bonuses
- Company vehicle
- Supportive leadership team that values your input
- Strong team culture, focused on growth and career advancement
- A workplace that respects work/life balance
- Conduct regular site inspections of worksites, equipment, and work practices
- Identify hazards and complete JHAs (Job Hazard Analyses)
- Support corrective actions to eliminate unsafe conditions and ensure GC compliance
- Assist with PPE management, including issuing, tracking, and respirator fit testing
- Support investigations of incidents, accidents, and near-misses
- Help identify root causes and contribute to corrective and preventive actions
- Maintain safety records, inspection reports, training documentation, and equipment logs
- Prepare weekly/monthly safety reports for management
- Submit site inspection reports and corrective recommendations to Project Managers
- Support the company Return-to-Work / Light Duty program and liaise with WorkSafeBC as required
- Report policy violations to Foremen and Project Managers
- Assist with Toolbox Talks, safety orientations, and site training sessions
- Promote a proactive, positive safety culture across all job sites
- Communicate safety updates and legislative changes to field teams and management
- Support and help coordinate monthly JOSH/JOHS safety meetings (agendas, minutes, follow-ups)
- Liaise with subcontractors to ensure compliance with company safety standards
- Provide general administrative and site support as required
- Occupational Health & Safety training such as CSO, NCSO, NHSA, or equivalent OHS diploma/certificate (BCIT or accredited institution preferred)
- Strong knowledge of Workers Compensation Act (WCA) and WorkSafeBC OHS Regulation
- Confident, clear communicator with strong interpersonal skills
- Calm, diplomatic, and professional in high-pressure field environments
- Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel between multiple sites daily
- OFA / First Aid / CPR certification (or First Responder experience)
- Previous construction or scaffolding industry experience
- Experience with incident investigations, JHAs, inspections, and toolbox talks
- Familiarity with JHSC/JOHS participation
- Training in Fall Protection, Aerial Work Platforms, Scissor Lift, or Forklift operation
- Basic computer skills (reporting, documentation, email systems)
- HR or return-to-work / injury management experience
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