Occupational Health Safety Specialist

Lead occupational health and safety expertise for the District of Saanich, supporting physical and psychological safety through WIM and OHS Programs.The Specialist provides technical and regulatory support within the Occupational Health and Safety Division. The temporary full-time exempt position addresses incident investigations, ergonomic assessments, audits, training, procedures, and policy development. It also supports committees and analyzes claims and incident information for reports and recommendations.Key Responsibilities:
Provide technical expertise for incident investigationsConduct ergonomic assessments and support safety auditsDeliver occupational health and safety trainingDevelop safe-work procedures, policies, and programsSupport Joint Health and Safety Committees as assignedRequirements:
Knowledge of WorkSafeBC requirements and Workers Compensation ActKnowledge of occupational health and safety legislationUnderstanding of human rights and privacy considerationsKnowledge of collective agreement provisionsRequired designation and valid British Columbia Class 5 licenceUse regulatory knowledge, investigation skills, and safety expertise to strengthen occupational health programs for Saanich employees.
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