Health & Safety Coordinator

Vitalus Nutrition - Abbotsford Health & Safety Coordinator (Food Manufacturing) Champion Safety. Build Culture. Protect People. We’re looking for a Health & Safety Coordinator who’s passionate about creating safer workplaces and helping every employee go home healthy at the end of the day. This is a hands-on opportunity to strengthen safety systems, support compliance, and help shape a proactive, people-first safety culture within one of Canada’s leading dairy organizations. IS THIS YOU? * You’re experienced in occupational health and safety and ready to take the next step in your career. * You thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoy working closely with people at all levels. * You’re detail-oriented, organized, and love turning data and findings into action. * You believe safety is everyone’s responsibility and you’re eager to help others believe that too. If that sounds like you, we’d love to talk. WHAT YOU’LL DO Support Site Safety Programs * Coordinate and maintain occupational health and safety programs that meet BC OHS and COR standards. * Assist in aligning site safety programs with regulatory requirements and company policies. * Maintain documentation, records, and reports for audits and inspections. Build Safety Awareness * Deliver engaging safety orientations and toolbox talks. * Partner with supervisors and employees to reinforce safety practices and positive accountability. * Support the Joint Health & Safety Committees (JHSC) through scheduling, minutes, and follow-ups. Contribute to Compliance and Continuous Improvement * Conduct or assist with inspections, hazard assessments, and internal audits. * Participate in incident and near-miss investigations, identify contributing factors, and track corrective actions. * Help monitor safety data, analyze trends, and suggest improvements. Support Food Safety Integration * Collaborate with Quality Assurance and Operations to ensure OHS practices align with HACCP, GMP, and FSMS requirements. * Assist with documentation for internal and external audits. WHAT YOU’LL BRING * Post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, or a related field * OHS certification or diploma from a recognized institution * 2 years of experience in a Health & Safety role within a food manufacturing environment, preferably in the dairy industry * Proven ability to interpret and apply BC OHS legislation and regulatory standards * Experience conducting inspections, audits, and incident investigations * Strong communication, analytical, and report-writing skills * Intermediate First Aid certification (or higher) is an asset * Familiarity with HACCP, GMP, and integrated management systems preferred WHY JOIN US You’ll be part of a values-driven organization built on Integrity, Care, and Expertise (ICE) — improving lives by unlocking the nutritional value of milk. Ready to make safety your legacy? Apply today and help us build a safer, stronger future — together.

The Health & Safety Coordinator will manage occupational health and safety programs to ensure compliance with BC OHS and COR standards. They will also facilitate safety training, conduct hazard assessments, and collaborate with operations to integrate safety practices with food safety requirements.

Candidates must have post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field along with a relevant certification. At least 2 years of experience in a food manufacturing environment and knowledge of BC OHS legislation are required.

• First AidPreferred
• Data analysisPreferred
• Food safetyPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred

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• Occupational Health And Safety
• Regulatory Compliance
• Hazard Assessment
• Incident Investigation
• Safety Audits
• Safety Training
• Data Analysis
• Report Writing
• HACCP
• GMP
• Food Safety
• Communication
• Accountability
• First Aid
• Dairy Industry
• Food Manufacturing
• First Aid Certification
• Auditing
• Good Manufacturing Practices
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Environmental Health
• External Auditing
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Hazard Analysis And Critical Control Points (HACCP)
• Internal Auditing
• Legislation
• Operations
• Quality Assurance
• Regulatory Requirements
• Safety Culture
• Scheduling
• Investigation
• Detail Oriented

• Security & Safety
• Manufacturing
• Food & Beverage
• Health and Safety Coordinator
• Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Coordinator
• Environmental and Occupational Health and Hygiene Professionals
• Occupational Health and Safety Technicians

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week