Occupational Health & Safety Officer

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The Opportunity

Saint John, NB

Business Analysis

Experienced

Full-time

$46,251 - $57,812 / year

Competition Number: #004-26.27

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Pension plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Aid

Wellness Programs

Closing Date: August 18, 2026 at 4:00 PM

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY

The Office of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) is an administrative support unit reporting to the Director of Risk Management. EHS has offices on both the Fredericton and Saint John campuses with a mandate to lead and support the university's compliance with the New Brunswick Occupational Health and Safety Act and other relevant and related municipal, provincial and federal regulations. In addition, EHS provides oversight for the university's biological, radiation, chemical, and fire safety programs. The office provides guidance, training, and oversight to ensure safe work practices; assists with hazard and risk assessments; supports incident prevention and response; and promotes a strong safety culture across all university operations.

What We Offer

Full-time | Continuing | Saint John | On-Campus

Standard Work Hours: Mon - Fri | 8:15 am - 4:30 pm | 36.25 hours per week

Salary Range: $46,251 - $57,812 per annum

YOUR FOCUS

Reporting to the Manager, EHS, this Occupational Health and Safety Officer (Training) is responsible for the oversight of University-wide safety training programs and initiatives, and supporting the mandate of EHS by assisting various safety committees, participating in drafting and reviewing of policies, standard operating procedures, and educational information on relevant safety issues, and serving as a resource for issues related to occupational health and safety.

• Provide occupational health and safety guidance and support across UNB campuses.
• Design, develop, and maintain training programs delivered in person, virtually, and through self‑paced online formats.
• Conduct training needs assessments and collaborate with academic and administrative units to meet department‑specific requirements.
• Coordinate external training services, including First Aid/CPR, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, crane and rigging, and fall‑arrest training.
• Maintain training records and monitor completion, compliance status, and refresher requirements.
• Evaluate training effectiveness using feedback tools, metrics, and performance indicators, and recommend improvements.
• Support the operations and mandate of the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee.
• Schedule and coordinate committee meetings, prepare agendas, and document minutes.
• Support committee co‑chairs and follow up on action items to ensure timely completion.
• Plan and execute bi‑annual fire evacuation drills in compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Lead post‑drill analysis and reporting, identify improvement opportunities, and communicate findings to management.
• Deliver fire safety education, coaching, and follow‑up guidance to staff and building occupants.
• Review and update campus‑wide fire safety plans annually to ensure accuracy and alignment with safety standards.
• Maintain and administer SharePoint and internet sites to support effective information sharing and access to safety resources.
• Develop, write, and update policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures in support of the EHS mandate.
• Design and implement a campus‑wide safety communication plan, including alerts, newsletters, web content, and targeted messaging.
• Assist with emergency response activities with Campus Security, Facilities Management, and external emergency services.
• Support post‑incident documentation, investigation, root‑cause analysis, and identification of training or procedural improvements.

What You Bring

• Post-secondary diploma or certificate in occupational health and safety or bachelor's degree in an applicable field (e.g. science, engineering, business administration, etc.); an equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
• 1-3 years of related experience, preferably in a post-secondary environment.

Additional Strengths

• Proficiency with software/computers
• Ability to interpret and apply technical environmental health and safety regulations and guidelines
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Experience with on-line course delivery software and website/SharePoint maintenance is an asset.
• First-Aid/CPR, Transportation of Dangerous Good, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems certifications are considered an asset.