Safety Officer – Province of British Columbia

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Workplace : Burnaby, BC
Work Schedule : 40 hours/week, M-F
Job Status : Permanent, Full-Time

Job Description

We are looking for a Safety Officer to work within a team of fire protection professionals. Your work will be to provide support to our 3 offices in the British Columbia province as well as playing a strategic role while auditing on the field. Among other things, your responsibilities will be to :

  • Review and follow up on safety documentation;
  • Serve as a member of the safety committee;
  • Conduct site safety reviews;
  • Monitor and manage the preventative maintenance program;
  • Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions;
  • Implement safe work practices and procedures;
  • Promote a culture of safety to all employees;
  • Provide subcontractor safety orientations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • University education in health and safety or related discipline;
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in prevention;
  • Experience in the construction industry (an asset);
  • NSCO certification;
  • Familiar with the COR certification boards (an asset);
  • Strong communication techniques: verbally and written English (essential);
  • Demonstrate excellent trainer skills;
  • Leadership, good ability to influence and to make decisions;
  • Strong administrative and organizational skills with Microsoft 365;
  • Be available to travel across the BC province (occasionally in Whistler, Vancouver Island and Burnaby).

WHY JOIN US

  • Viking values, respects, and supports the interests of its employees from all walks of life. We will consider all qualified candidates.
  • Competitive salary based on competencies and experience.
  • 3 weeks of vacation from May 1st following 1 year of service, 12 paid Statutory Holidays.
  • Comprehensive Group Insurance Plan paid partially by the Employer, upon hiring, including the virtual care platform Dialogue and Employee Assistance Program.
  • Group RRSP with employer contributions (4%) following 3 months of continuous service.
  • Supplemental training according to employee, market or company needs.
  • Years of service Recognition Program.

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      Viking systems are designed and installed exclusively according to NFPA standards. Our team uses products that are recognized by ULC and FM Approved standards. Viking Fire Protection also meets pre-qualification requirements by several recognized organizations