Ohs Instructor - Burnaby, Canada - The Universal Group

The Universal Group

Verified Company

Burnaby, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Are you a self-motivated individual with a background in teaching looking to grow as an Instructor? Are you looking to be a part of a growing team and company?

The Universal Group has an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Health & Safety Instructor to join our Universal Health and Safety School team.

Reporting to the UHS Operations Manager, the Health and Safety Instructor delivers health and safety related training and drive forward our purpose of providing Peace of Mind to all our stakeholders.

This role offers both new graduates and veterans of the Occupational Health & Safety industry with an opportunity to expand their skillset into an educational capacity We deliver on our purpose through our core values of being passionate, driven, and authentic.

The Company

The Universal Group is an industry leader in traffic control services, traffic management planning, traffic signage & equipment supply, landscaping, temporary labour, and occupational health and safety.

The Universal Group operates across British Columbia with operations in the Okanagan, Vancouver Island, and the Lower Mainland; and as of late 2021 we have operations in Ontario and Quebec.

With a growing employee base and through a number of strategic acquisitions, The Universal Group is expanding nationally making us the prominent player within the traffic control industry.

As an employee of the Universal Group, we promise to provide that same peace of mind to you, as you contribute to our mission, demonstrate our core values and deliver best-in-class services.

The Role

As an OHS instructor you are expected to plan, organize and teach a wide a multitude of courses including Occupational First Aid (OFA), Traffic Control, Fall protection and more that will aim to equip participants with essential skills for workplace safety in a manner that encourages learning and development through a variety of teaching styles.

Job Duties

Conducts training and presentations for first aid as well as health and safety classes
Maintains a civil, productive, inclusive and stimulating learning environment
Responds to students' comments and/or questions
Evaluates student papers, tests or other assessments to the UHS standard
Ensures all class files are complete prior to handing in
Reviews and update course material as necessary
Prepares lesson plans, classes and classroom equipment
Ensures classroom tidiness
Restocks classroom and equipment

Qualifications

Must have excellent communication and organizational skills
Must have the ability to multitask and speak
Must have exceptional time management skills and be punctual
Must be enthusiastic
Be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoints
Must have a vehicle and Class 7 driver's license
Experience in teaching/instructing is considered as an asset
A health and safety diploma or provincial instructors' diploma (PIDP) or equivalent health and safety experience is an asset

Working conditions

This position may require work outside of a normal office environment.
May require occasional weekend hours
Travel will be required

Why Universal Group?

The Universal Group is rapidly growing as we are expanding our business across other Canadian provinces, this is an exciting opportunity to be a part of our growth.

Our company is driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and you will be able to own your role.

As an integral part of the UHS Team at The Universal Group, you will receive a competitive base salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for further growth and development.

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