OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY COORDINATOR (Exempt; Permanent, Full-time)
Top Benefits
About the role
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY COORDINATOR
The Regional District of Fraser-Fort George (RDFFG) is one of 27 regional districts in BC. We are a local government that provides governance and delivers a wide range of services to people living in seven electoral areas and four member municipalities that include, the City of Prince George, the District of Mackenzie, and the Villages of McBride and Valemount. Our administrative office is in Prince George, in North Central, BC on the unceded ancestral lands of the Lheidli T'enneh First Nation.
The Regional District has an exciting opportunity for a motivated, self-starting and energetic individual to join the Human Resources Department as the Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator, this is an exempt position and reports directly to the Manager of Human Resources.
NATURE AND SCOPE OF WORK
The Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) Coordinator is a key partner in the delivery of a wide range of the Regional District's Health and Safety initiatives including OH&S Program management, compliance and training.
The OH&S Coordinator is responsible for conducting regular evaluation, and revisions as required, of the Regional District's Occupational Health and Safety Program, policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
The OH&S Coordinator reports to the Manager of Human Resources and is an active contributor on the Regional District's Human Resources team.
Travel within the Regional District will be a requirement of this position.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Post-secondary degree/diploma in Occupational Health and Safety discipline or equivalent. A combination of relevant experience and education will be considered.
- A minimum of two years' experience in an Occupational Health and Safety role, preferably in a unionized environment and within a local government or other public sector organization.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a clear Police Record check for offences related to this
- Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) Certification or Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST) Certification.
- Valid BC driver's license.
POSITION COMPENSATION
The salary range for this position is $74,880 to $96,720 (2024 rate) and will be commensurate with education and years of experience. In addition to a competitive salary, RDFFG offers a comprehensive benefits package, pension plan, and opportunities for professional career growth, along with support for work life balance through a flex time program and hybrid work opportunities.
We invite you to join our dynamic, innovative, collaborative and forward-thinking team to contribute to the Regional District's ongoing efforts to deliver quality community services and organizational strength and adaptability.
To find out more about the requirements of this exciting career opportunity visit the Careers page of our website - www.rdffg.ca
Please forward your cover letter and resume in confidence through the online posting.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interview will be contacted.
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY COORDINATOR (Exempt; Permanent, Full-time)
Top Benefits
About the role
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY COORDINATOR
The Regional District of Fraser-Fort George (RDFFG) is one of 27 regional districts in BC. We are a local government that provides governance and delivers a wide range of services to people living in seven electoral areas and four member municipalities that include, the City of Prince George, the District of Mackenzie, and the Villages of McBride and Valemount. Our administrative office is in Prince George, in North Central, BC on the unceded ancestral lands of the Lheidli T'enneh First Nation.
The Regional District has an exciting opportunity for a motivated, self-starting and energetic individual to join the Human Resources Department as the Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator, this is an exempt position and reports directly to the Manager of Human Resources.
NATURE AND SCOPE OF WORK
The Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) Coordinator is a key partner in the delivery of a wide range of the Regional District's Health and Safety initiatives including OH&S Program management, compliance and training.
The OH&S Coordinator is responsible for conducting regular evaluation, and revisions as required, of the Regional District's Occupational Health and Safety Program, policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
The OH&S Coordinator reports to the Manager of Human Resources and is an active contributor on the Regional District's Human Resources team.
Travel within the Regional District will be a requirement of this position.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Post-secondary degree/diploma in Occupational Health and Safety discipline or equivalent. A combination of relevant experience and education will be considered.
- A minimum of two years' experience in an Occupational Health and Safety role, preferably in a unionized environment and within a local government or other public sector organization.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a clear Police Record check for offences related to this
- Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) Certification or Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST) Certification.
- Valid BC driver's license.
POSITION COMPENSATION
The salary range for this position is $74,880 to $96,720 (2024 rate) and will be commensurate with education and years of experience. In addition to a competitive salary, RDFFG offers a comprehensive benefits package, pension plan, and opportunities for professional career growth, along with support for work life balance through a flex time program and hybrid work opportunities.
We invite you to join our dynamic, innovative, collaborative and forward-thinking team to contribute to the Regional District's ongoing efforts to deliver quality community services and organizational strength and adaptability.
To find out more about the requirements of this exciting career opportunity visit the Careers page of our website - www.rdffg.ca
Please forward your cover letter and resume in confidence through the online posting.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interview will be contacted.