Safety Specialist

Leavitt Industrial Group; Coquitlam; Presencial; CAD 79.000 - 99.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical plan

Dental & vision

Prescription drug coverage

RRSP matching

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Sick leave

Descripción de la vacante

Leavitt Industrial Group is seeking a detail-oriented Safety Specialist to join our Coquitlam-based Safety team. You will oversee incident reporting, workers’ comp management, and safety documentation across 36 branches and 400+ employees, contributing to a strong safety culture.

The role requires 3+ years of OHS experience in Canada, a valid driver's license, and the ability to travel. This office-based position involves site visits and collaboration with branch managers to ensure compliance

Formación

• Minimum three years' full-time occupational health and safety experience in Canada.
• National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) designation or equivalent.
• Experience in safety administration, compliance coordination, incident management, or workers’ compensation claims management.
• Working knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations applicable to worksites within the assigned territory.
• Knowledge of workplace incident reporting, investigations, hazard assessments, and control measures.
• Understanding of workers’ compensation claims processes, workplace injury documentation, and return-to-work planning.
• Experience managing compliance documentation and working with third-party safety portals is considered an asset.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders across multiple locations.
• Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive working relationships with branch and service managers.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple administrative priorities independently.
• Ability to deliver safety training and communicate safety information to groups of varying sizes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, Docebo, Bis Safety Software, external learning management systems, or other safety reporting platforms is considered an asset.
• Enrollment in an occupational health and safety certificate or diploma program is considered an asset.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to different branch locations as required.

Responsabilidades

• Serving as the primary point of contact for safety-related incidents within the assigned territory, ensuring timely reporting, investigation, documentation, and resolution.
• Managing workers’ compensation claims across Canada, including incident reporting, documentation, communication with relevant stakeholders, and ongoing case management.
• Coordinating workplace injury documentation and supporting return-to-work planning and related processes.
• Working with branch managers, service managers, and other stakeholders to collect and provide safety documentation and information required by third-party sites.
• Conducting and supporting annual health and safety audits to evaluate compliance with internal standards and applicable regulations.
• Participating in the review, development, and continuous improvement of health and safety policies and procedures.
• Providing guidance and support to Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) members and Safety Captains, helping ensure locations meet training, role expectations, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitoring and maintaining safety data, including safety data sheet (SDS) databases, safety KPIs, and reports generated through Bis Safety Software and other learning management systems.
• Creating and distributing safety bulletins, communications, and other materials to support safety awareness across the organization.
• Supporting the administration of safety training through Docebo and other internal or external learning management systems.
• Conducting branch visits to support safety inspections, monitor compliance, and assist operational teams with safety-related requirements.
• Participating in toolbox talks, safety meetings, and Joint Health and Safety Committee meetings to promote a strong safety culture.
• Supporting the implementation and ongoing administration of new safety management systems and related processes.

Conocimientos

OHS experience

NCSO designation

Safety administration

Compliance coordination

Incident management

Workers' comp management

Regulatory knowledge

Incident investigations

Hazard assessment

Return-to-work

Compliance docs

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Safety training

MS Office

Docebo

Bis Safety Software

OH&S studies

Driver's license

Herramientas

Docebo

Bis Safety Software

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Leavitt Industrial Group is a long-term owner and operator of industrial-focused businesses across North America. Formerly known as Venturis Capital, our organization has spent decades building and investing in strong, service-driven businesses. We have grown into a distinct group of aligned companies that support a broad spectrum of industrial sectors. Our approach is steady and proven. We acquire and support businesses with strong leadership, a people-first culture, and the potential to grow. We believe in growing with our people, not just our numbers. Our group is built on trust, earned through performance, and reinforced through consistency. With a focus on learning and continuous improvement, we are proud to invest in our people and offer a progressive and flexible work culture where you can develop and advance your career while focusing on meaningful work.

The Opportunity

Leavitt Industrial Group is looking for a detail-oriented and motivated Safety Specialist to join our Safety team in Coquitlam, British Columbia. Supporting 36 branches and more than 400 employees, this role plays a vital part in maintaining safety compliance, managing workers’ compensation claims, and supporting the administrative processes that contribute to a strong safety culture across our organization.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

As the Safety Specialist, your key responsibilities will include:

• Serving as the primary point of contact for safety-related incidents within the assigned territory, ensuring timely reporting, investigation, documentation, and resolution
• Managing workers’ compensation claims across Canada, including incident reporting, documentation, communication with relevant stakeholders, and ongoing case management
• Coordinating workplace injury documentation and supporting return-to-work planning and related processes
• Working with branch managers, service managers, and other stakeholders to collect and provide safety documentation and information required by third-party sites
• Conducting and supporting annual health and safety audits to evaluate compliance with internal standards and applicable regulations
• Participating in the review, development, and continuous improvement of health and safety policies and procedures
• Providing guidance and support to Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) members and Safety Captains, helping ensure locations meet training, role expectations, and regulatory requirements
• Monitoring and maintaining safety data, including safety data sheet (SDS) databases, safety KPIs, and reports generated through Bis Safety Software and other learning management systems
• Creating and distributing safety bulletins, communications, and other materials to support safety awareness across the organization
• Supporting the administration of safety training through Docebo and other internal or external learning management systems
• Conducting branch visits to support safety inspections, monitor compliance, and assist operational teams with safety-related requirements
• Participating in toolbox talks, safety meetings, and Joint Health and Safety Committee meetings to promote a strong safety culture
• Supporting the implementation and ongoing administration of new safety management systems and related processes

Required Skills & Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, knowledge, and competencies:

• Minimum three years' full-time occupational health and safety experience in Canada
• National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) designation or equivalent
• Experience in safety administration, compliance coordination, incident management, or workers’ compensation claims management
• Working knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations applicable to worksites within the assigned territory
• Knowledge of workplace incident reporting, investigations, hazard assessments, and control measures
• Understanding of workers’ compensation claims processes, workplace injury documentation, and return-to-work planning
• Experience managing compliance documentation and working with third-party safety portals is considered an asset
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders across multiple locations
• Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive working relationships with branch and service managers
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple administrative priorities independently
• Ability to deliver safety training and communicate safety information to groups of varying sizes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, Docebo, Bis Safety Software, external learning management systems, or other safety reporting platforms is considered an asset
• Enrollment in an occupational health and safety certificate or diploma program is considered an asset
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to different branch locations as required

Benefits & Perks

Leavitt is proud to offer competitive compensation and flexible benefits coverage for all eligible employees, including an employer matching RRSP plan:

• Company-paid medical health care plan for you and your dependents
• Dental plan, vision plan, and prescription drug coverage
• Annual health care spending account
• Life insurance, short-term disability insurance, and travel insurance
• Sick leave plan – 100% employer paid
• Employee assistance programs
• RRSP matching
• Ongoing professional development opportunities

The base pay range for this role is $78,800 to $98,500 per year, depending on experience level.

This is a primarily office-based role in Coquitlam, British Columbia, with a minimum of three days per week in the office. Travel to branch locations in the lower mainland as well as around Canada will be required.

Leavitt Industrial Group would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only qualified applicants will be contacted by Talent Acquisition for an interview. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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