Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator (full-time medical leave)

Job No: CITYPR0733
Location: Powell River, BC

OPEN DATE:         May 9, 2018

CLOSING DATE:  4 pm Tuesday, May 22, 2018

DEPARTMENT:     Infrastructure Services

DIVISION:           N/A

SECTION:             N/A

REPORTS TO:      Director of Infrastructure

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About The Organization:

Located on the upper Sunshine Coast of British Columbia within the traditional territory of the Tla'amin First Nation, Powell River offers a mix of urban and rural living in a naturally beautiful setting.  Surrounded by mountains, lakes, natural forest and the ocean, Powell River offers something for every outdoor recreation enthusiast.  Powell River has a vibrant Arts and Culture community and hosts world class festivals and events.  Whether you are hiking the Sunshine Coast Trail, taking in the International Kathaumixw Choral Festival, exploring our historic Townsite, or connecting with the world in your home office, Powell River is a great place to live, work and play.  Helpful websites: City of Powell River  Tourism Powell River 

 

JOB SUMMARY:

Develops, coordinates, and oversees delivery of the City’s Occupational Health & Safety program including policy, procedures, training and records management. Arranges for or performs Certificate of Recognition (COR) audits.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provides advice and support and acts as a resource in the formation, implementation, promotion and monitoring of health, safety and return-to-work programs
  • Develops and recommends City Health and Safety policy and procedures and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements
  • Works with department managers to identify specific programs or training needs; recommends resources, coordinates training delivery or provides training as appropriate
  • Reports on safety program activity and performance to the Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committee
  • Administers safety management software; trains, coaches and monitors users; develops procedures, reports and user guides
  • Participates in accident/incident investigations
  • Develops, maintains and delivers health and safety program orientations for new employees
  • Administers contracts for hearing, respirator fit, and other health and safety services as required
  • Performs or arranges for annual internal (COR) safety audit
  • Attends division safety talks and conducts crew safety meetings; ensures employees follow safe work procedures and have required safety training and equipment; conducts safety inspections of worksites and equipment and ensures corrective measures are taken
  • Reviews ongoing staffing and hiring needs with the Manager of Human Resources
  • Determines cost requirements for the program and makes recommendations for the annual budget
  • May supervise a Safety Administration Clerk
  • Operates City vehicles (Class 5 or lesser)
  • Maintains professional and technical requirements for the position
  • Performs related duties as required

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High School (Grade 12)
  • Valid B.C. Class 5 Driver’s License
  • 2 year post secondary Diploma related to Occupational Health and Safety
  • BCMSA (COR) Internal Auditor Certification
  • Occupational First Aid Level I Certificate
  • W.H.M.I.S. Certificate
  • Thorough knowledge of the WorkSafeBC, provincial and federal safety regulations for the workplace
  • Up to date knowledge of the City’s computerized systems, administrative systems and office technology as assigned

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

  • 2 years of related experience
  • Or an equivalent combination of experience and education

PAY RATE:

This is a union position with the current 2018 pay rate of $33.16 per hour as outlined in the Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 798 Collective Agreement.

HOURS OF WORK:

7:30 – 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week

 

How To Apply:

If you are interested in this position:

  1. Complete the questions contained in the application below.  NOTE: CUPE members must use their correct seniority date.  After completing the questions, click "Next".
  2. Attach a cover letter and a resume as separate PDF or Word documents.  This is a mandatory requirement of the application process. 
  3. Attach copies of degrees, diplomas, and certifications if applicable in one single PDF or Word document.
  4. IMPORTANT: Each applicant must use an email address unique to them.

 We thank all applicants for their interest, however, we may choose to only acknowledge those applicants selected for interview.

The City of Powell River is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants may be required to participate in formal testing and interviews and to provide documentation to demonstrate and support their qualifications.

 

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