Health & Safety Specialist
Health & Safety Specialist
Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Share
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Job Description
* This position is based in our Vancouver BC or Calgary AB office. Other BGC office locations will be considered. *
About Us
BGC Engineering Inc. (BGC) is an international applied earth sciences professional services firm. We are proud of our talented team of over 700 employees spanning the fields of Engineering Geoscience Software Geomatics Data Science Accounting Administration Health & Safety and Human Resources. Alongside our clients and industry partners BGC works collaboratively as One Team dedicated to solving the worlds most critical applied earth science challenges. BGC has offices located across Canada the United States Chile the Dominican Republic and Australia.
Our flat management structure creates a culture of innovation excellence and transparency and a casual dynamic and inclusive work environment. BGC prides itself on offering training and mentoring opportunities to further our employees professional growth as well as social and wellness activities that contribute to the connection and wellbeing of our team.
We believe in One Team Excellence Curiosity Common Sense and Clarity.
The Role
BGC is looking for a Health & Safety (H&S) Specialist to support a dynamic group of applied earth science professionals and to create a safe and healthy work environment for all employees and contractors. This is an exciting opportunity to work with an international team of consulting engineers geoscientists and safety professionals.
Reporting to the Head of Health & Safety the successful candidate will provide their safety expertise and guidance while practicing our values of One Team Excellence Curiosity Common Sense and Clarity.
Responsibilities
- Support efforts to continually improve H&S performance through review of feedback and key performance indicators identification of emerging trends and developing recommendations for improvement to the companywide H&S Management System.
- Update existing and develop new H&S policies procedures and programs to meet relevant OHS regulations in a range of geographies including Canada US Australia Chile and the Dominican Republic and also to align with client requirements and industry best practices in various sectors including mining pipelines transportation energy and communities.
- Support project teams in developing and implementing H&S plans with an emphasis on practical solutions for conducting work in a diverse range of environments from cold regions to the tropics mountains to coastal plains and urban to remote areas.
- Conduct periodic H&S site inspections at project sites to verify implementation of the Health and Safety Management System and to assess its effectiveness.
- Lead incident investigations identify opportunities for improvement and support implementation of corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Manage workers compensation claims and develop modified work and return to work programs for injured and ill employees.
- Develop and deliver H&S related training courses and presentations to a variety of audiences within the organization.
- Liaise with client safety personnel and other industry professionals.
- Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to integrate H&S considerations into project planning and execution.
- Support project teams and local offices with regulatory compliance coaching advice and mentorship on all H&Srelated matters.
- Actively participate as a member of the companywide H&S Team and H&S committee to drive a culture of safety excellence.
- Stay current with industry trends best practices and emerging technologies related to H&S and apply this knowledge to improve safety performance.
- Travel to other BGC offices and field sites as needed (approximately 510% of time).
- Additional duties as required.
Required Education Experience & Competencies
- Certificate diploma or bachelors degree in occupational health & safety (or related) field.
- Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation.
- 10 to 15 years of experience. Applicants with fewer or more years of experience than this may also be considered at a seniority level commensurate with their experience.
- Experience in the mining pipeline and construction sector.
- Demonstrated experience with ISO 45001 COR and other compliance standards.
- Knowledge of Canadian US Australia OHS Laws and Regulations.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint) SharePoint and Adobe Acrobat.
- Strong interpersonal written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to travel nationally and internationally for office and field work.
Desired Education Experience & Competencies
- Experience with pipelines construction transportation and consulting engineering in remote areas.
- Experience with developing H&S policies procedures and programs to address psychological and psychosocial hazards in the workplace.
- Ability to speak French or Spanish.
- Willingness to get acquainted with regulations from Chile and the Dominican Republic.
Position Requirements
Drivers License
BGC requires that employees have a valid drivers license and that employees can drive a field pickup truck. Upon hiring BGC will require a drivers abstract to allow for a safety review of your driving history.
Travel and Vaccination
BGC is committed to maintaining a safe work environment to ensure the health and safety of employees while on business travel and during field assignments. To meet travel and client requirements employees may be required to receive vaccinations such as yellow fever COVID19 malaria etc. If you require an accommodation or wish to discuss your situation please contactHuman Resources. BGC requires that you have a current passport for this position.
Company Benefits
BGC offers a wide range of company benefits and perks:
- Our One Team culture supporting health wellness safety and diversity
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Health Dental and Vision coverage
- LTD Life AD&D and Business Travel Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Dental and Vision coverage
- Maternity/Parental leave top ups
- Professional development and mentoring opportunities
- Flat management structure
- Flexible workplace with office and home arrangements
- Social and wellness activities
- Casual and professional work environment
The estimated base salary range for this position is $95000 $125000 CAD per annum however base pay will be commensurate with jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. BGCs compensation package also includes a training allowance and a comprehensive medical and dental plan.
Equity Diversity and Inclusion
BGC strives to create a workplace where equity diversity and inclusion are embedded throughout our workplace culture and practices. Join us in our commitment to honour individuality ensure fairness and create a welcoming environment for everyone. As an equal opportunity employer we encourage applications from all candidates including those experiencing inequity such as racialized individuals Indigenous People women people of diverse sexual orientations identities and expressions veterans individuals with disabilities people of all faiths nationalities marital status ages and family status. For assistance or accommodation with your application please contact us at .
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
