Health & Safety Lead

The Opportunity

DeVry Greenhouses is looking for a proactive and hands-on Health & Safety Lead to join our People & Culture team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about creating safe, healthy workplaces and wants to take ownership of programs that directly impact employee well-being across our operations in BC, Alberta, and Michigan.

In this role, you will lead and evolve our Health & Safety program by driving compliance, improving systems and processes, supporting injury prevention initiatives, and fostering a strong safety culture throughout the organization. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys being present in operations, collaborating with teams, and making a meaningful impact every day.

DeVry Overview

At DeVry Greenhouses, we are passionate about cultivating excellence, in our plants, our people, and our practices. As a family-owned greenhouse and nursery operation, we take pride in our values, our teamwork, and our commitment to growing both the business and the people within it.

People & Culture plays a key role in bringing these values to life, and this passion helps ensure they are reflected consistently in how we support, guide, and engage our teams.

Responsibilities

Health & Safety Program Leadership

• Lead and continuously improve Health & Safety programs, policies, and procedures across multiple operations

• Partner with leadership teams to support annual safety initiatives and organizational goals

• Promote a proactive safety culture focused on accountability, prevention, and continuous improvement

Regulatory Compliance & COR

• Ensure compliance with applicable health and safety regulations including WorkSafeBC, Alberta OHS/WCB, and MIOSHA requirements

• Support COR certification activities, audits, inspections, and ongoing compliance efforts

• Stay current on legislative updates and industry best practices

Workplace Inspections & Incident Management

• Conduct regular workplace inspections and risk assessments in greenhouse and operational environments

• Lead incident investigations, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions

• Support return-to-work and injury management processes in a safe and supportive manner

• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting related to incidents, inspections, and audits

Training, Education & Employee Engagement

• Coordinate and deliver safety training programs including WHMIS, PPE, and safe work practices

• Support emergency preparedness and first aid readiness across sites

• Co-chair Joint Health & Safety Committees and follow up on action items

• Promote employee participation and engagement in safety initiatives

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a Health & Safety role

• Experience in agriculture, manufacturing, or similar operational environments is considered an asset

• Strong understanding of WorkSafeBC and Alberta OHS regulations

• Experience with COR certification and audit processes

• Intermediate First Aid certification

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License

• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams

• Positive attitude with a strong commitment to safety and employee well-being

Total Rewards

• Competitive compensation based on education, experience, and performance

• Hourly wage range of $26–$30/hour

• Extended health and dental benefits

• RRSP matching program

• Opportunities to contribute to meaningful initiatives and continuous improvement

• A collaborative and supportive team environment

Why Join Us?

Take the lead in evolving Health & Safety across multiple locations while working alongside a supportive, collaborative team. You’ll have the opportunity to build stronger systems, improve processes, and create lasting impact across the organization.

Work Location

Chilliwack, BC (in-person), with travel across BC, AB and MI as required.