Occupational Health and Safety Officer I - Competition Number: 2026/27-039-800859P

About NLHC

The Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NL Housing) is a crown corporation whose mandate is to develop and administer housing assistance policy and programs for the benefit of low to moderate income households throughout the province. As the largest landlord in the Province, NL Housing manages a portfolio of over 5,500 units province-wide. The services provided by NL Housing provide clients with access to safe, stable and affordable housing, which is essential to the social, financial, and physical well-being of individuals, families and communities. There is a wide range of housing needs across the province, from those facing homelessness or at risk of homelessness, to low income households needing assistance to pay rent or complete much-needed repairs on their homes. For more information on our programs and services, and strategic priorities, please visit our website

About the Department/Region

Context:

The Central Regional Office maintains and supports all NL Housing rental properties in

the Grand Falls and Gander areas, as well as delivering a variety of programs designed for low

to moderate income households and homeowners. The region provides a wide range of

services, including receiving and processing rental applications; administering rental accounts

and lease compliance provisions; providing various client services and tenant relations; and

monitoring, facilitating and administering property maintenance. Regional staff members are

involved in the delivery of the Provincial Home Repair, Home Modification, Home Energy

Savings, Partner Managed Housing, and Rent Supplement Programs.

Position Details

Competition Number:2026/27-039-800859P

Employment Type: Permanent

Department/Region: Central Region

Location: Grand Falls-Winsor

Posting Status: Internal

Closing Date: September 30, 2026

Salary Scale: $55,993 to $61,984 (CG-28 $26.92 to $29.80 per hour) 40-hour work week

Duties:

Reporting to the Regional Maintenance Manager, the Occupational Health and Safety Officer will support the effective implementation and ongoing administration of the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) programs, policies, procedures, and safe work practices. The officer will promote awareness of and compliance with established OH&S requirements and applicable federal and provincial legislation, regulations and standards and will ensure staff are informed of the relevant updates or changes to policies, procedures and safe work practices throughout the Central Region. The officer will identify hazards and emerging safety concerns and recommend new or revised safe work practices where required to address workplace risks. The incumbent will develop and deliver OHS training to staff; conduct workplace inspections, safety audits, assessments and provide guidance to managers and employees on health and safety requirements and responsibilities. The Officer will work collaboratively with employees, supervisors, managers, and contractors to address safety concerns, investigate incidents, promote safe work practices, and ensure compliance with applicable requirements. The Officer will also prepare hazard assessments, daily logs, and technical reports; conduct industrial hygiene and environmental assessments where applicable; investigate workplace hazards; and provide recommendations to address safety concerns. The officer will also serve as an active member of the OH&S Committee and contribute to the identification and resolution of the workplace health and safety issues. The Officer will maintain current knowledge of OHS legislation, standards, and best practices through ongoing training and professional development and contribute to the continuous improvement and promotion of a safe and healthy workplace.

Screening Criteria

Completion of a 2- or 3-Year Diploma in Safety Engineering Technology (Equivalencies may be considered)

Experience working with occupational health and safety regulations and legislation

Professional safety designations such as the CHSC or CRSP (asset)

Assessment Criteria

Knowledge of business application software (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook) and document management systems

Knowledge of Occupational health and safety regulations and legislation industry standards, and safe work practices.

Knowledge of incident investigation, workplace inspections, hazard/risk assessments, corrective actions, and safety program administration

Administrative and organizational skills

Ability to effectively exchange information

Ability to work independently while managing time and tasks

Attention to detail

Relationship building

Conditions of Employment

Conditions of Offer:

Acceptable Certificate of Conduct

Valid class 5 driver's license

Proof of required diploma/designation

Conditions of Acceptance

Acknowledges the requirement for day travel (constant)

Acknowledged requirement for overnight travel (periodic)

Use of private vehicle with business insurance

Applicant Information

This is a CUPE Local 1860 bargaining unit position and as per the Collective Agreement, applicants internal to the bargaining unit will be processed prior to other candidates. 

Newfoundland Labrador Housing values diversity in the workforce and is an equal opportunity employer.

Newfoundland and Labrador Housing recognizes the need for work life balance and offers flexible work arrangements.

Disability related accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the recruitment process by contacting View email address on jobs.swagapp.com or by calling View phone number on jobs.swagapp.com.

Preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

Applications should be received prior to midnight Newfoundland Standard time on the closing day.

The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application submitted clearly demonstrates the required criteria. Applications that do not clearly demonstrate the required screening criteria will be screened out.

The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application includes accurate and current contact information, including phone number, mailing and e-mail addresses.

All information submitted as part of this application must be factual, complete and current to date of submission. Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of stated credentials as part of the selection process.

This competition may be used to fill future similar vacancies with NL Housing.

Only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Please note that applications will not be accepted in-person, by fax, email or mail at this time.