Occupational Health and Safety Advisor - Engineering Services

We are accepting applications for a permanent full-time Occupational Health and Safety Advisor - Engineering Services (Advisor) to join our Human Resources team. The Advisor is responsible for the development and implementation of health and safety programs for the Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD).

We are seeking a collaborative and results-oriented Advisor with a strong passion for workplace health and safety and supporting ill or injured employees to safely remain at or return to work. Working closely with Engineering Services management, employees, union representatives, Human Resources, and external stakeholders, the Advisor supports the resolution of health and safety issues, ensures compliance with applicable legislation and regulations, promotes a positive, healthy, and safe workplace, and contributes to a coordinated and proactive approach to disability management and return-to-work programs.

Reporting to the Occupational Health and Safety Manager, the primary responsibilities of this role include :

• Promoting a strong safety culture within Engineering Services through effective communication, targeted training, provision of guidance and support to staff and management, and the promotion of best practices;
• Supporting the development and implementation of innovative occupational health and safety programs, policies, and strategic prevention initiatives, with a primary focus on Engineering Services operations;
• Implementing health and safety policies, standards, procedures, manuals, and handbooks to support and enhance the CVRD Occupational Health and Safety Program, particularly within Engineering Services;
• Acting as the disability case manager and administrator for WorkSafeBC claims within Engineering Services, including reviewing claims, analyzing incidents to identify preventative measures, and working collaboratively with Human Resources and departmental leaders on return-to-work and accommodation matters;
• Providing advice, guidance, and support to managers and employees on the interpretation and application of the Workers’ Compensation Act, Occupational Health and Safety Regulation, Bill C-45, and other applicable legislation;
• Conducting and supporting emergency response and investigations for safety-related incidents and accidents, and making recommendations for corrective action;
• In partnership with Engineering Services managers, coordinating health and safety training initiatives, including sourcing external providers, scheduling training, and periodically delivering training to support a strong and inclusive safety culture.

Our ideal candidate is :

Occupational First Aid Level 2 or equivalent is preferred. Certification emergency management training is considered an asset.

This is an exempt position with a current annual salary of $87,079 - $103,406.

To review the complete job description and to apply go to www.comoxvalleyrd.ca / jobs.

The closing date for this position is February 18, 2026, at 3 : 00 pm. Applications for available positions with the CVRD must be received prior to the indicated closing date and time. We appreciate all applications; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.