Edward Kovach

Health & Safety Advisor

Prince George, BC

Full-time

About This Job

Job Summary

We are seeking a qualified Health & Safety Advisor to join our team in Prince George, BC. The Health & Safety Advisor is critical to supporting and managing health & safety program for the company. The Health & Safety Advisor will provide guidance, administration, and development in areas of safe work processes, health & safety policy implementation, legislative requirements, training requirements, and inspections. The Health & Safety Advisor will provide strong leadership in all aspects of the work in accordance with all company and industry regulatory health, safety & environmental standards & procedures. This role will be primarily based in our Prince George office and will involve travel up to 30% of the time to various projects throughout BC.

Key Responsibilities

Health & Safety Culture:

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Promote a culture of safety through communication, engagement, and continuous improvement initiatives;

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Act as a resource and advisor for the organisation on all health and safety- related matters. Explain safety issues to engage others so they can learn, problem-solve, implement their corrective actions, and know how to prevent issue in the future;

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Be the voice of safety through senior leadership, managers, and supervisors to enforce the message that everyone is responsible for safety.

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Promote a proactive safety culture through education, engagement, continuous improvement initiatives and innovative practices. Promote a culture of “safety belongs to everyone”;

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Promote a culture of hazard identification, root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Continuous Improvement:

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Conduct regular risk assessments and safety audits to identify hazards, implement corrective actions, and reduce potential risks;

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Conduct site visits to ensure safety measures are in place and protocols are being followed by all supervisors and workers on the job site;

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Monitor and enforce compliance with occupational health and safety regulations, Mines act, company policies, and standards in office and all job sites;

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Provide guidance on safe work practices and monitor adherence to company policies and procedures;

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Review or conduct annual COR (Certificate of Recognition) internal safety audits;

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Collaborate with leadership and employees to enhance workplace safety programs;

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Track safety analytics & target trends.

Training, Mentoring & Communication:

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Act as the first point-of-contact for safety inquiries and incidents. Provide advice and assistance to managers, supervisors and workers on a variety of matters including safety of workers, job procedures, property and equipment;

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Collaborate with management, project managers, site supervisors, and external agencies to ensure effective communication and implementation of safety initiatives;

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Actively engage, consult with, mentor, train, and counsel managers and supervisors to foster a positive and proactive safety mindset about compliance, hazard assessments, and safety procedures/controls development;

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Coach management to evaluate and monitor health and safety hazards and recommend strategies to control risks in the workplace;

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Develop and deliver new hire safety orientations, toolbox talks, and job-specific training as part of our Safety Program to ensure supervisors and their employees remain knowledgeable about safety protocols and practices.

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Book worker safety training using industry accepted training facilities and methods.

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Lead monthly JOHS and company wide safety meetings.

Program Management:

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Develop and continuously improve health and safety policies, procedures, and protocols tailored to the needs of the company;

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Ensure all programs meet or exceed regulatory requirements and industry best practices;

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Design and deliver comprehensive safety training programs for employees, subcontractors, and management teams;

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Lead investigations into workplace incidents, near misses, and injuries, ensuring thorough documentation and timely corrective action;

Administration:

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Administer the implementation and maintenance of the company’s Health and Safety Management System;

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Maintain all training logs and documentation associated with permits and regulatory requirements, and all safety related activities;

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Maintain filing system regarding worker training and safety;

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Manage, review, assess and / or complete job hazard analysis (JHA’s) with site leadership and ensure that they are communicated, posted and filed;

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Prepare detailed reports and presentations on safety performance, trends, and improvement initiatives for senior management;

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Stay current with industry best practices and regulatory changes to ensure continuous compliance and improvement.

Qualifications

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Diploma or certificate in Occupational Health & Safety or equivalent experience and/or experience;

COR Auditor Certification - Large.*

Desirable

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Construction Safety Officer Certification (CSO);

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Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP);.

Work Experience

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A minimum of 3-5 years in an occupational health and safety function and a demonstrated working knowledge of WorkSafe BC, OHS and CSA regulations;

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Experience with WCB claims management and Return to Work program management which includes a thorough understanding of and previous experience with related legislation (i.e. ESA, Human Rights, Privacy, etc.)

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Experience working within the Mines act, an asset.

Knowledge and Skills:

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Ability to work flexible hours as dictated by the requirements of the position, including extra time at peak times;

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Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage multiple activities;

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Excellent leadership skills and ability to work as part of a collaborative team;

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Mature attitude and ability to work effectively independent of supervision;

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Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information;

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Strong organizational skills, with the ability to attend to detail, ensuring accuracy and timeliness;

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Well-developed verbal and written communication skills;

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Timely and sound decision-making skills;

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Strong computer skills and experience, M/S Office, and safety management information systems experience and aptitude essential;

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Travel requirements: 30%

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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Casual dress

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Company events

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Dental care

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Extended health care

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Life insurance

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On-site parking

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Paid time off

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RRSP match

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Vision care

Schedule:

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Monday to Friday

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Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

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Prince George, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

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Safety Management: 3 years (preferred)

Willingness to travel:

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25% (required)

Health & Safety Advisor

About This Job

Key Responsibilities

Health & Safety Culture:

Continuous Improvement:

Training, Mentoring & Communication:

Program Management:

Administration:

Qualifications

Desirable

Work Experience

Knowledge and Skills:

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Schedule:

Ability to commute/relocate:

Experience:

Willingness to travel:

•25% (required)

Work Location: In person

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