Health & Safety Specialist - Richmond, Canada - Vancouver Fire & Radius Security

Vancouver Fire & Radius Security

Verified Company

Richmond, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

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Superheroes, help keep people safe - are you our company's superhero?_

(willing to change the job title to 'Health & Safety Superhero' if that will float your boat)

Safety is _
everything_
. It is what helps get each of us home to our loved ones everyday.

Imagine being in a role where you can help ensure that happens. Helping people get home safe, every day? People crave _
purpose_
in the work they do, and there is immense purpose in what this role would do for our work family.

If we have piqued your interest, please keep reading to learn more, as your _
dream job_
may be around the corner...
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Company Mission:_

Vancouver Fire, Radius Security and National Fire is a Life Safety and Security provider operating from Victoria to Ottawa and in Texas, USA; _our purpose is to make safe communities_.

Vancouver Fire has been in operation in the Lower Mainland since 1948 and is a full-service Fire Protection company specializing in inspections, maintenance as well as repair and installation work for commercial buildings.

Radius Security is a Video Surveillance/Electronic Security provider and operates its own, in-house ULC Certified Command Center.

National Fire & Safety Planners provides fire safety plans, fire training and signage primarily in the construction and property management market.

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Your Purpose:_

The
Health & Safety Specialist is empowered to develop the safety culture across the organization.

We define a _safety culture_, as everyone in the company _choosing_ to be safe for themselves and those around them, as they are equipped with the knowledge and tools to do so.

You are driven to ensure every individual gets home safe at the end of the day.

You will be a _champion of our DNA_ and while all the fundamentals are important, the
7 key fundamentals for success in your role would be:

Be Relentless About Improvement
Run to the Problem
Find a Way, Safely
Deliver Results
Treasure, Protect and Promote our Reputation
Build Strong Relationships
Practice Blameless Problem Solving

The role is primarily based in Richmond, BC. Occasional travel may be required to our Alberta and Ontario offices.

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Schedule:_

We are flexible.

This role is a new addition to our team, so we are open to the following options:

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Contractor basis (require at least 24 hours/week)_
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Permanent part-time (require at least 24 hours/week), could expand into a permanent full-time role in the future_

Weekly hours may vary depending on requirements and projects. To be discussed further in the interview process.

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Why Join Us:_

Flexible work schedule (dictate your own hours), flexibility to work hybrid (inoffice and at home)
Tuition reimbursement for applicable safety education
Job stability Our company was deemed an essential service and we were lucky to continue to serve our communities during the pandemic. Our company is continuing to grow year over year, and we have exciting expansion plans for the future
Extended health and dental benefits, monthly profitsharing bonus program (_if you opt for the permanent parttime role_)
Charitable donation matching
Gym membership discount for our staff and their spouses
Funloving team environment with various company events (virtual gaming, spirit weeks, community involvement/volunteer activities, etc.)
Ability to make a HUGE impact we welcome your ideas and love when our team members get to see their initiatives come to fruition
Learning and development opportunities to grow within the business.
You have a voice. We empower our people to bring forward suggestions to improves processes.
Central location located right next to the river, with a lovely walking path available on lunch breaks. Minutes drive away from Queensborough shopping center.
We have a strong brand reputation, and people are proud to work for a place that is a staple in our communities.

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Core Accountabilities_

Ensure the completion of 2023 safety strategic goals by the end of the year (key priorities: get COR certified, revamp the safety committee, meeting regulations as per WorkSafe BC and other local regulations for other units)
Participate in the H&S committee this includes: involvement in the monthly safety committee meetings, ensuring the H&S team takes required training, hold the team accountable for driving safety improvements, communicating updates to applicable departments.
Conduct regular safety talks with departments (this includes leveraging internal stories & seeking out external speakers)
Conduct site visits to educate on safety, solicit feedback from team members on safety concerns, and ensure safety measures are being adhered to
Maintain training tracker and enrolling staff for applicable training
Hold managers accountable for completion of safety improvements
Create a calendar for regular safety audits and ensure actions are taken and communicated
Involved in incident in