Safety Specialist

Join a company that has been a part of moving Metro Vancouver for over 35 years.

British Columbia Rapid Transit Company Ltd. (BCRTC) maintains and operates the Expo and Millennium SkyTrain Lines from our central facilities in south Burnaby. Our services connect downtown Vancouver to the cities of Burnaby, New Westminster, Coquitlam, Port Moody and Surrey. With the future expansion of both the Expo and Millennium Lines gathering pace, infrastructure renewal and new asset acquisition projects underway, this is an exciting time to join our team of over 1,200 dedicated employees, working on one of the longest fully‑automated rapid transit systems in the world.

Our work encompasses roles such as administration, engineering, elevator and escalator maintenance, field operations, vehicle maintenance, and wayside (station and guideway) maintenance.

When you work for SkyTrain, not only will you help move Metro Vancouver, you will also have access to comprehensive benefits including paid vacation, medical benefits, transit passes, training and more.

Responsibilities Works with BCRTC and West Coast Express stakeholders to ensure a culture of safety for all BCRTC employees. Supports the organization through provision of subject matter expertise relating to prevention and safety compliance, including safety policies and WorkSafeBC regulatory requirements. Assists the Manager in developing and implementing comprehensive occupational health and safety strategies and plans and coordinating activities relating to workplace injuries. Plans and coordinates initiatives and campaigns to support employee safety. Maintains registers to support legal and compliance reporting requirements.

Key Accountabilities Provides subject matter expertise in developing, implementing, and administering prevention and safety compliance programs, including (but not limited to) programs relating to lockout / tag out, confined spaces, ergonomics, and industrial hygiene, working closely with other departmental teams including the Operation & Maintenance Safety support team and the Occupational Health & Wellness department.

Works with stakeholders across BCRTC and West Coast Express (WCE) to ensure a culture of safety and commitment to Zero Harm for all employees. Develops and implements occupational health and safety programs, accident prevention initiatives, and campaigns that are compliant with WorkSafeBC (WSBC) regulations to promote physical safety and mental health for BCRTC employees.

Conducts or supports occupational health and safety audits, including the COR audit, to ensure the organization remains in compliance with relevant safety policies and WSBC regulatory requirements.

Coordinates activities between BCRTC, WCE, and WSBC related to workplace injuries and ensures injury claims are properly reported, addressed, and resolved.

Supports the claims management team with investigations and information required for reporting workplace injuries, determining suitability of work for Return to Work cases, collaboratively reviewing claims‑related statistics to implement prevention campaigns.

Assists the Manager in developing and implementing comprehensive occupational health and safety strategies and plans, establishing metrics and Key Performance Indicators, and providing subject matter expertise relating to the collection and analysis of appropriate statistics and data.

Conducts investigations of occupational health and safety incidents occurring in BCRTC and WCE workplaces. Ensures investigations are performed consistently, accurately, and within established timeframes. Interprets findings and recommends and implements corrective action plans.

Maintains registers to support legal and compliance reporting requirements for occupational health and safety. Supports the Manager in communicating and reporting relevant information to appropriate internal and external stakeholders. Prepares comprehensive executive‑level reports regarding occupational health and safety performance.

Liaises with training departments to ensure comprehensive delivery of occupational health and safety training. Provides training as needed to BCRTC leaders and staff on occupational health and safety practices.

Supports the Manager in budgeting and managing departmental expenditures and assists in the preparation of the departmental budget.

Leads, coaches and trains the coordinators and participates in hiring, training, and development of junior staff members.

Qualifications The requirements for this job are acquired through a degree in a safety‑related discipline, including 5 years of related progressive experience in a safety position, preferably in a rail environment. A Canadian Registered Safety Professional designation or any other equivalent designation or qualification would be considered an asset. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Other Requirements Advanced working and technical knowledge of concepts, principles, practices and techniques pertaining to safety in an operations and maintenance rail environment.

Advanced knowledge of safety regulations protocols, procedures and concepts, principles, practices and techniques pertaining to safety.

Advanced knowledge of the relevant safety policies, legislation and legal terminology.

Solid knowledge of public transportation modes, infrastructure, and operating systems.

Solid communication and interpersonal skills to be able to propagate a culture of safety and liaise with leaders and staff across the enterprise and external stakeholders.

Strong problem‑solving skills with solid analytical skills to identify innovative approaches and recommend solutions to mitigate risks. Strong prioritizing, organizing and time management skills.

Solid working knowledge of standard office software, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and web‑based systems.

Work Schedule 37.5 hours per week.

Work Designation Resident. This position works predominately on‑site.

Rate of Pay The salary for this position ranges from $77,520 - $116,280 per annum. Actual salary offered will be based on education, experience, skills, and qualifications as they relate to the role. The Total Compensation Package includes Extended Health, Dental, Transit Pass and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan as well as other employment offerings will be discussed in detail as your application progresses.

Equal Employment Opportunity SkyTrain is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce, representative of the customers we serve and the many communities in the Metro Vancouver region. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Learn more about TransLink's commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email us at jobs@translink.ca.

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