Workplace Health and Safety Officer

Government of Yukon; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Government of Yukon is seeking a permanent Workplace Health and Safety Officer to lead health and safety inspections within Yukon mining operations. The role reports to the Manager, Mine Safety and focuses on enforcement under the territory's legislation and policies.

The incumbent will conduct investigations, certify blast permits, provide mine safety training, and evaluate safety management systems. Requires post‑secondary OH&S coursework and mining sector experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of post‑secondary coursework in Occupational Health and Safety.
• Experience working within the mining industry.
• Significant experience in the workplace health and safety field inspecting workplaces and enforcing legislation/policies across multiple industries.
• Demonstrated analytical thinking and sound decision-making, including investigation and root-cause analysis.
• Designation or coursework leading to CRSP/CSP or Construction Safety Officer would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health and safety inspections and enforce applicable legislation and policies.
• Oversee enforcement actions for existing mining operations and exploration projects under Yukon jurisdiction.
• Conduct accident investigations and determine root causes to support corrective actions.
• Authorize blast permits and oversee mine safety training activities.
• Evaluate health and safety management systems to ensure industry standards are met.

Skills

Occupational health and safety

Mining industry experience

Safety inspections

Analytical thinking

Safety designation asset

Education

Post-secondary coursework in Occupational Health and Safety

Job description

Workplace Health and Safety Officer - (70096)

Government of Yukon -> Workers Compensation - WCB - Inspection

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Permanent

End Date

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

75

Classification

AR16

$94,501.00 - $109,661.00

Union

YEU

Days Off

Saturday/Sunday

Travel

25%

Admissibility

Open to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestry

This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference .

Job Summary and Requirements

This opportunity is for a permanent position working 75 hours bi-weekly

The Workers’ Safety and Compensation Board (WSCB) administers workplace health and safety and workers’ compensation in the territory. WSCB’s mission is to prevent work-related injuries and illnesses in partnership with employers and workers and to support workers when injuries occur. We take care of injured workers by facilitating their stay at work, return to work, and recovery.

Values

• Partnership
• Accountability
• Compassion

The Role

Reporting to the Manager, Mine Safety the incumbent works within the Mine Safety Unit and is responsible for health and safety inspections and appropriate enforcement action for all existing mining operations and exploration projects under Yukon jurisdiction. The position plays a variety of key roles in relation to health and safety legislation, regulation, policies and maintenance of industry standards, such as accident investigation, blast permit authorization, mine safety training, and health and safety management system evaluation.

Essential Qualifications

• Completion of post‑secondary coursework in Occupational Health and Safety;
• Experience working within the mining industry;
• Significant experience in the workplace health and safety field inspecting workplaces and enforcing legislation/policies across multiple industries;
• Demonstrated experience in analytical thinking and sound decision-making, including the ability to investigate, determine root cause of incidents, and make informed decisions in complex situations;
• Designation or coursework leading to the designation as a Canadian Registered Safety Professional, a Certified Safety Professional, or a Construction Safety Officer would be an asset.

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

Candidates will be expected to demonstrate their competence according to the standards set within the Yukon Government Core Competency Framework

• Promoting Common Values and Ethics
• Thinking Strategically
• Influencing Others
• Taking Action and Achieving Results
• Collaborates

Conditions of Employment

• Must have and maintain a valid class 5 Yukon drivers' license;
• Have and maintain RCMP Security Clearance;
• Must be available to provide on-call coverage for 24-hour periods as required.

Contact details

For information about this competition please contact Matthew Fehr, Human Resources Consultant at [e-mail]