Safety Officer

Workers' Safety & Compensation Commission of the NWT & Nunavut; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 106,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Northern Living Allowance

Relocation assistance

Subsidized staff housing

Health, dental & vision

Public Service Pension Plan

Vacation & leave

Medical travel assistance

Learning & development

Tax incentives

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

WSCC is seeking a full-time Safety Officer based in Iqaluit, NU, with occasional duty travel to other Northern communities. You will promote workplace health and safety by conducting inspections, investigations, and compliance activities under the Safety Acts.

Reporting to the Deputy Chief Safety Officer, you will guide employers and workers, educate on requirements, and support risk mitigation while travelling across Nunavut to ensure legislative compliance.

Qualifications

• Certificate or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety from an accredited institution.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in occupational health and safety, including inspections and investigations.
• CRSP designation or progress toward certification.
• Experience in safety-focused environments (construction, education, or similar).
• Bilingual in French and English.

Responsibilities

• Conduct worksite inspections to assess compliance with OHS legislation.
• Review and evaluate OHS programs and workplace practices.
• Investigate accidents, injuries, and complaints.
• Enforce Safety Acts and regulations as an appointed Safety Officer.
• Educate employers, workers and the public on health and safety requirements.
• Promote internal responsibility system through communication and relationship building.
• Suggest awareness initiatives based on emerging trends.
• Prepare reports and recommendations from inspections and investigations.
• Travel throughout Nunavut to conduct inspections and ensure compliance.
• Provide guidance on hazard identification and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate with WSCC divisions on safety initiatives.

Skills

Bilingual: English & French

Knowledge of OHS Acts

Investigations experience

Strong communication

CRSP progress toward certification

Education

Certificate or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety

Job description

• Contribute to workplace safety in Nunavut and the Northwest Territories
• Earn a competitive salary of $106,158 - $126,809, a $22,650 Northern Living Allowance, subsidized housing, and relocation assistance
• Join a mission-driven organization where your work will drive real change in occupational health and safety across the North

About Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission (WSCC)

The WSCC is an arm's length government agency responsible for administering the Workers' Compensation Acts, Safety Acts, Explosives Use Acts and the Mine Health and Safety Acts.

Together, with their partners, the WSCC provides services to almost 40,000 workers and 4,000 employers across the Northwest Territories and Nunavut, processes over 3,000 claims annually, and conducts over 1,000 inspections annually to ensure the safety of northern workplaces. The WSCC is unique in Canada as it is the only workers' compensation organization in the country to insure workers across more than one province or territory.

For more information, please visit our website: wscc.nt.ca/

About Iqaluit, NU

Nestled along the picturesque hills of Frobisher Bay, Iqaluit, Nunavut's capital, offers a unique blend of modern amenities, rich Inuit heritage, and breathtaking Arctic landscapes. As an accessible gateway to Nunavut’s culture and history, the city boasts stunning views of mountains and sea ice, along with a vibrant arts scene featuring local galleries and annual festivals like the Alianait Arts Festival. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park’s scenic hiking trails, while the welcoming community provides a dynamic cultural experience. Whether strolling through town, encountering renowned Inuit artists, or immersing yourself in local traditions, Iqaluit offers an enriching and distinctive northern lifestyle.

For more information, please visit: iqaluit.ca/ and destinationnunavut.ca/

About the Opportunity

WSCC is looking for a full-time Safety Officer based in Iqaluit, NU. Occasional duty travel to other Northern communities and throughout Canada is required.

Reporting to the Deputy Chief Safety Officer, this role is responsible for promoting workplace health and safety across Nunavut by conducting inspections, investigations, and compliance activities in accordance with territorial legislation. As an appointed Safety Officer under the Northwest Territories and Nunavut Safety Acts, you will provide guidance to employers and workers while helping prevent workplace injuries and illnesses through education, enforcement, and proactive engagement.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Conducting worksite inspections to assess compliance with occupational health and safety legislation
• Reviewing and evaluating Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) programs and workplace practices
• Investigating dangerous occurrences, serious injuries, fatalities, work refusals, and discrimination claims
• Enforcing applicable Safety Acts, Regulations, and related legislation as an appointed Safety Officer
• Educating employers, workers, and the public on workplace health and safety requirements
• Promoting the internal responsibility system through effective communication and relationship building
• Identifying emerging workplace health and safety trends and recommending awareness initiatives
• Preparing reports, assessments, and recommendations based on inspection and investigation findings
• Travelling throughout Nunavut to conduct inspections and ensure legislative compliance
• Providing guidance and support to employers on hazard identification, risk mitigation, and regulatory requirements
• Collaborating with other WSCC divisions to promote workplace health and safety initiatives

For the full job description in English, French and Inuktitut, please click here.

About You

To qualify, you will need a certificate or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety from an accredited educational institution and a valid Class 5 driver's licence. A minimum of 3 years of experience in occupational health and safety, including conducting workplace inspections and investigations, will also be essential.

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

• Strong knowledge of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut Safety Acts, associated regulations, and occupational health and safety legislation
• Experience conducting workplace investigations and preparing clear, evidence-based findings
• Ability to assess workplace hazards, evaluate OHS programs, and make sound compliance decisions
• CRSP designation or progress toward certification
• Experience working in industries such as construction, education, corrections, or other safety-focused environments
• Bilingual in French and English

As our ideal candidate, you will possess excellent communication, conflict resolution, de-escalation, critical thinking, and investigation skills that will enable you to confidently assess workplace risks, make sound decisions in complex situations, and build credibility with employers and workers. You will be comfortable working independently, exercising good judgment in unfamiliar environments, and approaching challenging conversations with professionalism, diplomacy, and confidence.

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive health and safety professional who thrives in the field, is committed to protecting workers, and is ready to make a meaningful impact by promoting safer workplaces across Nunavut.

Please note that candidates must be able to undergo a criminal record check.

About the Benefits

Compensation, based on skills and experience, includes a competitive annual salary of $106,158 - $126,809, along with a host of excellent benefits, including:

• Northern Living Allowance of $22,650 in Iqaluit
• Relocation assistance and subsidized staff housing
• Superior benefits package, including health, dental and vision coverage
• Enrolment in the Public Service Pension Plan
• 16.5 days of vacation to start + winter leave bonus days, Indigenous days and celebrations
• Additional personal and sick leave
• Medical travel assistance
• Learning and development programs with dedicated funding for career growth
• Federal and territorial tax incentives, including the NWT or Nunavut personal tax credits and Northern Residents Tax Deductions
• A diverse and inclusive workplace that values cultural safety and lived experiences

The closing date of this position is October 3, 2026 at 11:59PM EDT.