Safety Advisor - Generalist

As a member of the OHS Advisory Services team, the Safety Advisor – Generalist supports and advises manufacturing employers—assessing on safety management program, developing action plans, and collaborating with specialist advisors and trainers to meet the specific needs of each member. The OHS Safety Advisor will bring the depth of an experienced health and safety services leader, supporting member access to all our safety resources, tools, and support services.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Acts as member clients’ key contact for inquiries and delivery of all health and safety programs, resources, and training
• Delivers information briefings and educational sessions to show the value of health and safety strategies through employee engagement and leadership buy-in
• Consults on the development and improvement of members' safety management programs, assessing needs, planning strategy and annual action plans, and supporting implementation
• In collaboration with other teams, develops content, resources and access points for health and safety services delivery
• Develops best-practice programs for the manufacturing industry to support members with ensuring compliance to the regulations and provide adequate controls
• Works with the Training and Marketing teams to support outreach and education strategies, informing our members and industry contacts of the health and safety and service we offer

QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelors degree– BASc Occupational Health and Safety, Health Sciences or similar.
• A Master’s degree level is an asset – MSc Occupational & Environmental Hygiene or another relevant science field
• Strong training in OHS health and safety regulations, policy, and program development, coaching, and mentorship experience preferred. Please indicate specific experience in these areas in your Statement of Interest
• A minimum of five to seven years of experience in OHS advisory or consulting
• A candidate with experience in Occupational Health and Safety or Occupational Hygiene or an equivalent combination of experience and education would be considered
• Experience in diverse manufacturing environments such as food and beverage, wood products processing, or metal fabricating is a strong asset
• Working knowledge of applicable WorkSafeBC and BC OHS Regulations, CSA Standards, and COR or ISO Audit standards and guidelines

LOCATION AND TRAVEL

• Based in the Lower Mainland or Fraser Valley, this role will support regions of BC.
• The job requires a hybrid of home-based/remote and office-based work.
• Travel primarily in the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley, but occasionally may include travel throughout BC to member sites or Make It Safe Conferences or other events, or to the Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC satellite office in Kelowna.

SALARY RANGE

• $85,000 to $97,500

At the Alliance, our goal is to make manufacturing safer and ensure that every worker returns home healthy and safe each day. With a mostly remote team in the Lower Mainland and an office in the Okanagan, we work with more than 3000 B.C. manufacturers to reduce injuries in the workplace. We provide occupational health and safety advisory services, resources, and training to manufacturing and food processing businesses across the province. Equality and inclusion are essential values of the Alliance, and we are committed to building a diverse and talented team. Grow your career with our team of health and safety professionals who are passionate about making a difference for BC workers. We offer a competitive salary along with a compensation and benefits package that includes vacation, health and dental care, Employee and Family Assistance Program, and contributions towards your retirement.