About IEM Canada

IEM Canada, (Industrial Electric Manufacturing, Inc.) in Surrey, BC, is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of custom electrical distribution and power quality equipment in North America. IEM has delivered customer-specific solutions to meet the ever-changing power requirements of growth industries in North America for over half a century. This position offers an exciting opportunity within an innovative, employee-oriented company!

What We Offer:

• Flexible Schedules
• Extended health benefits
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Life Insurance
• Eligibility towards Group Retirement Savings Plan contributions
• Employee Appreciation Event

Please note that this position requires 100% in office - no remote work

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Monitors and evaluates the workplace to ensure compliance with provincial Workers Compensation Act and OHS regulations
• Coordinate and deliver EHS related training (WHMIS, PPE use, etc) to reduce accidents, occupational illnesses and exposure to long-term health hazards.
• Support Joint Health and Safety Committee activities, including meetings, agendas etc.
• Performs Personal Protective Equipment assessments and risk assessments associated with tools, equipment, and work environments
• Collaborates with leaders to investigate incidents, identify root causes incidents and develops recommendations and follow-up to prevent recurrences.
• Promote a positive safety culture and environmental stewardship across all levels of the organization
• Conducts training and presentations for health and safety matters
• Coordinate return to work such as daily/weekly check-ins with the injured worker, assist in finding accommodations as directed by the Safety Manager.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualified candidates must possess:

• Knowledge of WorkSafeBC OHS Regulation and related standards
• Valid Canadian Standards Association (CSA) Intermediate First Aid
• A minimum of 1-2 years of manufacturing related safety experience
• Degree or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management or Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance or related
• National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) certification or equivalent desired
• High level of computer literacy and application skills in MS Office
• Exceptional organizational skills, able to prioritize, detail oriented
• Ability to multi-task and work efficiently
• Good interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Great reliability and professionalism
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn