Unknown2-5 yrsCA$86,312 - CA$109,614 / YEARPosted 1 day ago
Location
Sechelt, British Columbia
Salary
CA$86,312 - CA$109,614 / YEAR
Quick overview
Promote safety awareness and support safe working practices aligned with the Health and Safety Program, policies, work procedures, investigations, and inspections.
Interact with staff and Joint Health and Safety (JHS) committees to support and evolve planning and training programs.
Ensure ongoing compliance with the Workers’ Compensation Act, OHS Regulations, Safety Management System (SMS), Collective Agreement, and other relevant legislation, policies, and bylaws.
Coordinate the development, implementation, sustainment, and evaluation of the effectiveness of the Certificate of Recognition (COR) program.
Support HR and liaise with stakeholders (WorkSafeBC, medical professionals, related agencies, union representatives) on attendance and disability case management, transitional work arrangements, stay at work (SAW), graduated return to work (GRTW), and duty to accommodate (DTA) considerations.
Research and compile information for policy/procedure development, job demands analysis, and program/training needs; prepare reports and provide related training as appropriate.
Support health and safety related HR processes including ergonomic assessments, coordinating the annual audiometric program, monitoring scheduling/training/availability of Occupational First Aid (OFA) attendants, and updating personnel files.
Serve as primary point of contact for health and safety matters for all JHS Committees and educate/train staff on the SCRD Health and Safety Program.
Recommend improvements to accident and incident reporting procedures and ensure timely/effective investigations and consistent implementation of corrective actions.
Oversee and provide leadership to health and safety processes including audiometric testing and hearing protection, fall protection, lockout, confined space entry, fit-testing, occupational first aid assessments, hazard identification and analysis, risk assessments, job demands analysis, and ergonomic assessments.
Guide staff to ensure ongoing updates to Safety Management System and related documents including WorkSafeBC reports, safety training records, safety-related certifications, review JHS minutes, and ensure worksite inspections and annual reviews are conducted and recorded.
Provide support and leadership to NAOSH activities and promote safety awareness through programs, campaigns, educational sessions, and presentations to community associations and other stakeholders.
Assist with related human resources management functions as required
Requirements summary
Completion of an Associate Certificate in Foundations in Occupational Health and Safety and a Certificate in Advanced Safety Management (preference for a diploma in Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) or Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE)).
Three (3) years of progressively more responsible, relevant experience (ideally including two (2) years in a unionized environment).
Valid Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 2 certificate (or willingness to obtain; preference for Level 3).
Certification or willingness to obtain certification in relevant areas such as COR, ergonomic assessments, confined space entry, fall protection, and other safety-related matters.
Valid BC Class 5 driver’s license.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills; ability to write reports/policies/procedures and design/deliver oral presentations.
Working knowledge of relevant legislation including Workers’ Compensation Act & OHS Regulations, Employment Standards Act, BC Human Rights Code, and BC Labour Relations Code.
Basic knowledge of benefit administration plans.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Well-developed organizational and time management skills
Associate Certificate in Foundations in Occupational Health and SafetyCertificate in Advanced Safety ManagementPreference: diploma in Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) or Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) from a recognized post-secondary institutionStakeholder managementInterpersonal communicationReport writing
Job description
here #V 2003 Health and Safety Coordinator The Opportunity If you have a passion for safety and a flair for fun, positivity, and innovation, you're just who we're looking for! You'll be the go
to safety guru, offering your sage advice and crafting programs that sustain a focus on our COR (Certificate of Recognition) certification. This role is much more than just policies and procedures – it involves a mix of serious responsibilities and fun initiatives and is all about creating a vibrant, safe, and healthy workplace. Bring your talents and creative spark to the ta ble, develop engaging presentations, design themed safety drills, and elevate our programs to promote excitement about staying safe and healthy. Also, if you have some but maybe not all the qualifications for the role, we would be open to a discussion about a development plan for the right applicant. Please check out the full job description, posted on our website.
What We Offer
The SCRD provides a very competitive compensation and benefits package that includes:
Salary : $86,312 to $109,614
Comprehensive Benefits : Vacation, paid statutory holidays, family responsibility leave, sick leave, and more
Relocation Allowance : Support to relocate to the beautiful Sunshine Coast
Security and Support : Group life insurance, AD&D coverage, short - and long
term disability
Pension : Participation in the Municipal Pension Plan (MPP)
Well
being : Access to free, confidential counselling and wellness supports
Professional Development : Support for continuous learning and leadership growth . The Community Bordered by rugged mountains and blue ocean waters, situated on a peninsula (not an island) in the territories of the shíshálh (Sechelt) and Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) First Nations, this is the incredible Sunshine Coast. A natural paradise blessed with mild winters and beautiful surroundings, we offer all the best aspects of outdoor adventure, arts, and culture. Whatever hobby or interest you might enjoy , you’ll find it here, along with a wide variety of recreational activities right at your doorstep. Big city life is only a short 40
minute ferry ride away. This preferred tourist destination is a great place to live and play . To learn more please visit Sunshine Coast Regional District shíshálh Nation and Skwxwú7mesh Nation . Who You Are You are someone who has a passion for health and safety, with empathy for those impacted . You thrive in a multidisciplinary, fast
Benefits
Vacation
Participation in the Municipal Pension Plan (MPP)
Paid statutory holidays
Sick leave
Relocation allowance
Group life insurance
Short- and long-term disability
AD&D coverage
Family responsibility leave
Access to free, confidential counselling and wellness supports
Professional development support for continuous learning and leadership growth
Lockout
Organizational and time management
Policy and procedure development
Fall protection
Confined space entry
Risk assessments
Ergonomic assessments
Job demands analysis
Health and safety program development
Training and education delivery
Safety management system (SMS) development and maintenance
Certificate of Recognition (COR) program coordination
Accident and incident reporting
Investigations and inspections
Oral presentation design and delivery
Audiometric program coordination
Occupational First Aid (OFA) coordination
Worksite inspections and annual reviews
Hazard identification and analysis
Fit-testing
Fit-testing and safety certification tracking
Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
moving environment , and are able to make connections with a variety of people with all kinds of backgrounds . Your greatest strengths are connecting with people, taking initiatives, and meeting competing priorities and deadlines. Your ability to anticipate challenges and build strong, values
based partnerships sets you apart. Ready to Make a Difference? If you are a qualified professional with a passion for health and safety and a track record of excellence in customer service and balancing demanding deadlines , we invite you to consider joining the Sunshine Coast Regional District as our Health and Safety Coordinator . In return, we offer competitive compensation, a commitment to ongoing professional development, a supportive and inclusive work environment, and the opportunity to make a positive community impact. At the SCRD, we value diversity and are dedicated to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the vibrant communities we serve. We appreciate the time and interest of every applicant and will contact those applicants who have been shortlisted for an interview . If you’re ready to find out if this amazing role is right for you and if this incredible place could become your home , pl ease email hr@scrd.ca by the closing date and time below . Include your name and the competition number in the subject line and attach a current resume and cover letter . Applications will be accepted until 4:00pm on Friday, Ju ly 3 , 2026. We look forward to hearing from you!
here Page | 1 SUNSHINE COAST REGIONAL DISTRICT JOB DESCRIPTION HEALTH AND SAFETY COORDINATOR REPORTS TO: Senior Manager, Human Resources DATE: December 2023 APPROVED BY: Senior Manager, Human Resources EXEMPT (Y/N): Yes DEPARTMENT: Human Resources SALARY LEVEL: Exempt Grid DIVISION: Human Resources Replaces: Health and Safety Coordinator Date: December 2020 SUMMARY: Under the general direction of the Senior Manager, Human Resources (HR), and as a collaborative and valued member of the HR management team, provides a broad range of technical, administrative, and other professional services and advice to management, staff, the general public, agency representatives, and others, in support of corporate programs, operations, and activities that include, but are not limited to, well-being, occupational health and safety, and the Certificate of Recognition (COR) Program. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES include: 1. To promote safety awareness in support of safe working practices while exercising authority and discretion on behalf of the SCRD in alignment with the Health and Safety Program, related policies, associated work procedures, investigations, and inspections, and to interact with staff and the Joint Health and Safety (JHS) committees to support and evolve associated planning and training programs. 2. To guide, promote, and ensure ongoing compliance with the Workers’ Compensation Act, OHS Regulations, Safety Management System (SMS), Collective Agreement, other relevant legislation, policies, and bylaws, and to coordinate the development, implementation, sustainment, and evaluation of the effectiveness of the Certificate of Recognition (COR) program. 3. To support the HR team and liaise with key stakeholders including WorkSafeBC, medical professionals, related agencies, union representatives, and others in connection with matters such as attendance and disability case management, transitional work arrangements, stay at work programs (SAW), graduated return to work programs (GRTW), duty to accommodate (DTA) considerations, physical and mental well-being, and occupational health and safety. 4. To research and compile information for such purposes as policy and procedure development, job demands analysis, specific program and/or training needs, and to prepare associated reports and provide related training as appropriate. 5. To support health and safety related or other HR processes including engaging in ergonomic assessments, coordinating the annual audiometric program, actively monitoring the scheduling, training, and availability of Occupational First Aid (OFA) Attendants, and updating all associated personnel files. TYPICAL ACTIVITIES include: 1. Acts as the primary point of contact on health and safety related matters for all JHS Committees, serves on the JHS Labour/Management Committee, and educates and trains staff on the SCRD’s Health and Safety Program. 2. Researches, develops, and maintains the SCRD’s Safety Management System (SMS) and Certificate of Recognition (COR). Page | 2 3. Recommends improvements to accident and incident reporting procedures and works closely with supervisors, managers, and JHS Committees to ensure all such reports are investigated in a timely and effective manner and that associated corrective action recommendations are appropriately and consistently implemented. 4. Oversees and provides leadership to health and safety processes including, but not limited to, audiometric testing and hearing protection, fall protection, lockout, confined space entry, fit-testing, occupational first aid assessments, hazard identification and analysis, risk assessments, job demands analysis, and ergonomic assessments. 5. Guides staff and ensures ongoing updates to all Safety Management System and related documents including WorkSafeBC (WSBC) reports, safety training records, safety related certifications (first-aid, fall protection, etc.), reviews JHS Committee minutes and follows up as required, and ensures worksite inspections and annual reviews are conducted and recorded. 6. Provides support and leadership to North American Occupational Safety and Health (NAOSH) activities and engages in promoting safety awareness by participating in programs, campaigns, educational sessions, and/or presentations to community associations and other stakeholders. 7. Assists with related human resources management functions as and when required. QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of an Associate Certificate in Foundations in Occupational Health and Safety, along with a Certificate in Advanced Safety Management, with preference given to a diploma in Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) or Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) from a recognized post-secondary institution.
Three (3) years’ progressively more responsible, relevant experience, ideally including two (2) years in a unionized environment.
A valid Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 2 certificate, or willingness to obtain, with preference given to Level 3 certification.
Certification or willingness to obtain certification in relevant areas such as Certificate of Recognition (COR), ergonomic assessments, confined space entry, fall protection, and other safety related matters.
A valid BC Class 5 driver’s license.
Consideration may be given to an equivalent combination of education and experience. OTHER SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE
Excellent interpersonal communication skills, especially the ability to write reports, policies, and procedures, and the ability to design and deliver effective oral presentations.
Working knowledge of all relevant legislation such as the Workers’ Compensation Act & Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, the Employment Standards Act, the BC Human Rights Code, and the BC Labour Relations Code.
Basic knowledge of benefit administration plans.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Well-developed organizational and time management skills.
