Workplace Risk Specialist

WorkSafeBC; Richmond; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading safety organization in Richmond seeks a Workplace Risk Specialist to implement proactive risk management strategies. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3+ years of risk management experience. Responsibilities include conducting risk assessments, designing emergency preparedness programs, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The role offers a competitive salary range of $41.55 – $50.37 per hour, with numerous benefits including a pension plan and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

3 weeks of vacation in the first year

Extensive health care and dental benefits

Development opportunities including tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of related experience in risk management, program development, or project coordination.
• Strong knowledge of OHSR/WHMIS regulations and programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive risk assessments across operational and environmental areas.
• Design and implement emergency preparedness programs.
• Educate teams on safety regulations and risk management best practices.

Skills

Risk management

Strategic thinking

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, Environmental Science, Risk Management, or related field

Professional safety designation (CRSP, ROH, CIH, or CSP)

Job description

Are you driven to anticipate risks before they become problems? Do you thrive on creating safe, compliant, and resilient workplaces?

We’re looking for a Workplace Risk Specialist to lead proactive risk management strategies that protect people, assets, and operations across our diverse portfolio. In this role, you’ll go beyond compliance—you’ll design solutions that prevent disruptions, safeguard health and safety, and strengthen emergency preparedness programs.

You’ll work closely with internal teams, external contractors, and consultants to identify and mitigate risks that could impact operational continuity. Leveraging your expertise in legislation, corporate Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) programs, and risk‑based analysis, you’ll deliver practical strategies that make a measurable difference.

How you’ll make a difference:

You’ll help create a sustainable workplace that allows people to thrive.

Where you’ll work

In this role, you’ll work in our Richmond office five days a week.

• Lead comprehensive risk assessments across operational, financial, reputational, health, safety, and environmental areas, partnering with senior management to develop mitigation strategies.
• Design and implement emergency preparedness programs, including response plans, staff exercises, and service recovery strategies to minimize operational disruptions.
• Develop and oversee compliance programs for permits, inspections, hazardous materials, and workplace safety in alignment with corporate strategies and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze compliance data, interpret trends, and recommend actionable measures to reduce risks and improve resilience.
• Educate and empower teams through training on safety regulations, prime contractor responsibilities, and risk management best practices.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to manage hazardous materials, coordinate consultants, and ensure environmental responsibility.
• Conduct site visits across the province as needed, with occasional overnight travel.
• Consistently models the appropriate level of organizational behaviours expected of all WorkSafeBC employees: responsive, respectful, fair, collaborative, accountable, and forward‑thinking.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is strategic and proactive, anticipating risks and implementing preventive measures before issues arise.
• Thrives in collaborative, in‑person environments, building strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Is passionate about safety and compliance, committed to creating workplaces where people can operate confidently and securely.
• Excels at problem‑solving under pressure, using data‑driven analysis to develop practical, effective solutions.
• Is adaptable and resilient, able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a forward‑thinking approach to risk management.

Your background and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, Environmental Science, Risk Management, or a related field, plus a professional safety designation (CRSP, ROH, CIH, or CSP).
• Minimum of 3 years of directly related experience in risk management, program development, or project coordination.
• Strong knowledge of risk management principles, strategies, and techniques, as well as OHSR/WHMIS regulations and programs.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Important to know

• Confirm you’re legally entitled to work in Canada

Who we are

At WorkSafeBC, we promote safe and healthy workplaces across British Columbia. We partner with workers and employers to save lives and prevent injury, disease, and disability. When work‑related injuries or diseases occur, we provide compensation and support injured workers in their recovery, rehabilitation, and safe return to work. We’re honoured to serve the 2.49 million workers and 263,000 registered employers in our province.

What’s it like to work at WorkSafeBC?

It’s challenging, stimulating, and rewarding. Our positions offer diversity and opportunities for professional growth. Every day, the work we do impacts people and changes lives. What we do is important, and so are the people we do it for.

Our ability to make a difference relies on building a team with a rich variety of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences that reflect the diversity of the people we serve. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive work culture where everyone can contribute as their best, authentic self.

Learn more:

Discover who we are.

Our benefits

• Defined benefit pension plan that provides you with a lifetime monthly pension when you retire
• 3 weeks of vacation in your first year, with regular increases based on years of service
• Extensive health care and dental benefits
• Optional leave and earned‑time‑off arrangements
• Development opportunities (tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and more)

Salary:

$41.55 – $50.37 hourly

Want to apply?

• Applications are welcomed immediately; however, must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. PST on the closing date.
• Please note that we will be starting assessments prior to the closing date.

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. If you require an accommodation in the assessment process, please email Recruitment Testing Accommodation (SM) when you submit your application.