Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) Advisor Full-time Job

Reporting to the Manager, Hazardous Materials, Construction Occupational Health and Safety, the Occupational Health & Safety Advisor provides training, administration, project management, and advice relating to BC Housing’s hazardous materials program, contractor safety program, and OHS program.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma in occupational health and safety, construction safety officer/specialist, environmental studies, or other relevant field.
• Considerable directly related work experience, including experience in training adult learners, and health and safety practices.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the Employer.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Considerable knowledge of the WorkSafeBC Regulations and Workers Compensation Act as well as having some knowledge of other authorities having jurisdiction like the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy.
• Working knowledge of building, mechanical and electrical systems as well as the BC Building Code.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices associated with business analysis and business process improvement.
• Working knowledge/ability to estimate costs for abatement of hazardous materials.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of business tools, templates, software applications and processes to support the various OHS programs.
• Excellent computer skills including proficiency in MS Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and SharePoint.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, planning, organizational and project leadership skills.
• Strong communication, facilitation, conflict resolution, relationship management and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to plan and manage projects, and act as contract administrator.
• Ability to provide training and/or presentations for small to large groups of people.
• Ability to take ownership of tasks and drive them through to completion.
• Ability to work under pressure in meeting deadlines and changing priorities.
• Ability to work effectively in a variety of team settings and ability to work independently.
• Valid BC Driver’s Licence and ability to travel on Commission business and work occasional evenings and weekends as required.
• Due to the nature of this role, a valid class 5 driver's license and satisfactory driving record is required.

BC Housing is a provincial Crown Corporation that develops, manages and administers a wide range of subsidized housing options for those most in need across the province to address critical gaps across the housing continuum ranging from emergency shelter through to rent assistance in the private market and affordable home ownership. Share in the rewards of working with an organization that offers challenging work and competitive compensation and supports the growth and development of its people.
Our mission is to provide access to safe, quality, accessible, and affordable housing options. We do this to promote strong, inclusive communities where people can thrive.
BC Housing offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package. But a job is more than a pay cheque. We also offer our staff the opportunity to work together to make a difference. When employees go home at the end of the day, they experience the satisfaction of knowing theyve helped provide safe, affordable housing for British Columbians. And while theyre here, employees can take advantage of many opportunities:
In-house training, and training at other institutions, for courses related to employees current positions or to prepare them for advancement within BC Housing.
Wellness programs including physical fitness, programs to help employees quit smoking, free flu shots, mental health resources, and lunch-and-learn lectures and seminars.
Recognition programs including long-term service awards, idea recognition and outstanding performance awards.
Livegreen incentives include an employee transit pass program, and other initiatives that encourage alternative, sustainable transportation (even a bike purchase program!).
An active Social Club that organizes special events like seasonal parties and arranges group discounts to other events.
Participation in community and charitable events.