Requisition ID :   42519

Organization

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities . Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

Main Purpose and Function

The Occupational Health and Safety Specialist is a safety professional who provides advice, support and analysis to the organization and helps business units establish risk controls and management processes that promote sustainable business practice. They work to reduce and eliminate fatalities, injuries (physical and psychological), occupational illnesses, and property damage.

In partnership with assigned business units, or working within a specific area of program expertise, the position is responsible for ensuring that staff are engaged in their OHS statutory and corporate obligations so that a culture of continuous improvement grows and at minimum, compliance at all levels of the organization are maintained. They lead in implementation and coordination of safety measures and review, promote continuous improvement and improve safety culture.

Deliverables include :

• providing advice, direction or recommendations on Regulatory or City Program compliance and improvements to directors, managers and supervisors
• writing, maintaining and implementing corporate health and safety management system, policies, programs and standards to enhance continuous improvement, safety culture and compliance with legislation
• investigating multi-business unit safety concerns or incidents and providing reports and recommendations to managers
• managing and executing projects
• developing and delivering educational programs and materials as required
• conducting safety and health assessments and producing recommendations
• guiding and assisting with the operation of Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committees.

Specific Duties / Responsibilities

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Education and Experience :

A University degree in Occupational Health and Safety or Occupational Hygiene plus five or more years of experience leading safety programs or an operations team in Occupational Health and Safety, or an equivalent combination of education, such as a diploma or certificate, training, and experience.

Experience working in the public sector operations or a unionized environment.

Possession of or working towards a professional certification in Occupational Health and Safety or Occupational Hygiene such as CRSP, CRST, ROH or ROHT. Equivalent certifications shall be considered.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 – 4 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit / Department :   Chief Safety Officer (1090)

Affiliation :   Exempt

Employment Type :   Regular Full Time

Vacancies : 4

Position Start Date :   January 2025

Salary Information : Pay Grade RNG-080 : $97032 to $121294 per annum

Application Close : January 5, 2025

At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve . Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders  and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.   Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process.   Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion .

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