OHS Manager - Contractor Safety

Branch: Gas Affiliation: Management & Exempt

Employment Status: Full-Time Regular

Expected Hiring Range: $100,500.00 annually to $118,200.00 annually

Short-term Incentive Eligible: yes

Workplace Flexibility: Yes

Posting End Date:Open until filled

As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.3 million customers.

We're actively seeking new talent to join our mission of transforming B.C.'s energy landscape. As one of BC's Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2,700 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow. Join us, and together, let's shape a brighter future for B.C.

Position Overview

Are you ready to make a real impact on workplace safety? FortisBC is seeking a dynamic Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) Manager, Contractor Safety to champion safety and compliance across our contractor teams. In this pivotal role, you’ll develop and oversee our Contractor Safety Management Program (CSMP), ensuring every external worker operates in a safe, high-performing environment.

As the strategic link between FortisBC and our contractor network, you’ll foster collaboration with internal teams and regulatory authorities to drive best-in-class safety standards. If you’re passionate about safety leadership and thrive on creating meaningful change, we want you on our team!

Take your career to the next level—apply today and be the difference in contractor safety at FortisBC!

In this role, you will:

- Manage the CSMP, ensure compliance with WorkSafeBC and Technical Safety BC, and define FortisBC’s prime contractor responsibilities.

- Collaborate on RFPs, oversee onboarding and training, and track safety performance using dashboards.

- Deliver on-site safety support through orientations, job observations, and safety briefings. Maintain a strong field presence to drive proactive engagement and accountability.

- Direct investigations into contractor-related incidents and ensure timely corrective actions. Oversee safety event reporting and data analysis, providing strategic insights to senior leadership.

- Act as the main safety contact for contractors, regulators, and internal teams; contributes to safety summits and meetings.

What it takes:

- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, or related field.

- 4–7 years of experience in contractor or construction safety management.

- CRSP designation (or ability to obtain) and formal training in safety investigations.

- Valid BC Driver’s License.

- Strong knowledge of contractor safety legislation and prime contractor responsibilities.

- Experience with contractor qualification systems and safety performance analytics.

- Skilled in incident investigation, field coaching, and safety program development.

In this role, you will have the option to participate in a flexible work program, enabling you to work from an approved flex location in British Columbia up to 85 days a year (equivalent to approximately two days a week), subject to business or operational needs.

Our engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities, while being safe, inclusive and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while supporting life-long career development. We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community.

FortisBC acknowledges and respects Indigenous Peoples in Canada, on whose Traditional Territories we all live and work. FortisBC is committed to Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and is guided by our Statement of Indigenous Principles.

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