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DIRECTOR OF HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT

Come join one of Canada's Top Small & Medium Employers located in the Okanagan!

Our client provides team members with a competitive base salary, variable pay, annual merit pay increases, paid vacation, a comprehensive benefit plan, a matching RRSP plan, a general education & training program, and much more. In addition, team members can enjoy paid time off each month to volunteer for causes they care about!

Reporting to the Vice President of Construction, the Director of Health, Safety & Environment is responsible for developing and enhancing the safety program to build a unified culture of safety throughout the company. This includes the development and implementation of policies and procedures to standardize practices across job sites, mitigate risk, and comply with local governing bodies and legislation. The successful individual will not only comply with legislation but be at the forefront of influencing safety changes in residential high-rise and wood frame construction. The successful individual will have effective communication and be an influential decision-maker to ensure workers' compliance with health and safety legislation and regulations.

This position is part of the management team and plays an integral part in upholding the company's safety program, culture, and values to both internal and external stakeholders. Located in Kelowna, BC, light travel will be required to local construction sites.

What You'll Do:

• Develop and manage the health and safety program, including standard operating procedures, best practices, and policies

• Champion training initiatives to mitigate risk, optimize workers' health and safety, and foster a positive health and safety culture

• Lead and participate in workplace audits and investigations of safety concerns, incidents, and accidents

• Lead a team of safety professionals that includes hiring, performance management, mentoring, and career development

• Engage with the leadership team and execute on identified safety measures

• Conduct thorough safety audits and risk assessments on a regular basis to proactively identify potential health and safety hazards, and promptly suggest and implement effective mitigation measures to maintain a safe working environment

• Establish and cultivate positive relationships with key regulatory bodies to stay informed and compliant with evolving health and safety regulations, and proactively address any regulatory requirements to maintain a safe and compliant work environment

• Engage with multiple stakeholders in the business to ensure the safety program is applicable and meets/exceeds the required standards of the function

• Ensure our client's maintains its COR status

• Ensure our client's WorkSafe BC rebates are maximized

• Partner with IT to determine software requirements for tracking, analyzing, and reporting on accidents and incidents.

• Provide quarterly safety reports by analyzing data to find trends and identify opportunities for improvement in safety procedures

• Develop corporate training initiatives on issues of workplace safety

• Maintain knowledge of industry best practices and identify emerging trends in health and safety

• Support the safety team with workplace inspections to ensure that equipment, materials, and processes do not present a safety or health hazard to employees and trades alike

• Additional responsibilities and duties as required

What You'll Have:

• 15+ years in a safety leadership position

• A bachelor's degree/college diploma in occupational health and safety, or a similar discipline

• Experience in residential and/or mixed-rise concrete construction is strongly preferred

• CRSP designation, or working towards, is preferred

• Proven skills in leadership and change management

• Extensive knowledge of current industry safety policies and applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to conduct training

• Strong leadership skills

• Good computer skills and experience using MS Office and safety software

• Excellent organizational, time management, and relationship-building skills

• Knowledge of construction safety protocols

What We Offer:

• Competitive base pay and annual bonus program

• Generous vacation and volunteering plans

• Personal and professional development

• Dental care and extended health care

• Annual health spending account

• Paid sick time

• RRSP matching plan

• Company teambuilding events