Occupational Hygienist - Victoria, BC, Canada - BC Transit

Description

Occupational Health and Safety Officer

In Victoria, where our Corporate Office is located, our people are privileged to live and work on the unceded traditional territories of the Lək̓wəŋən peoples, and the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations.

Employment Type:
Regular Full Time

Placement in the salary range is determined by an assessment of knowledge, skills, experience and ability of the candidate to meet the key requirements of the job.

from fighting climate change with battery electric buses, to affordability through cost effective transportation, to connecting remote communities, we bring the heart, soul and innovation to public transportation.

It's an exciting time to be in the public transportation sector and we're looking for a creative and passionate leader to join our team.

Not only would you be joining an engaged organization, but you'd also get to enjoy flexible work arrangements, extended benefits and a pension plan as just a few of the benefits BC Transit employees are eligible for.

Reporting to the Manager, Safety and Training Standards, the Health and Safety Officer position advises multiple stakeholders within BC Transit.

Our team provides a safety lens to all departments while providing focus to those areas with the most potential risk.

In turn, our employees see the commitment that BC Transit and the OHS team have for their safety and the overall safety culture at BC Transit.

Health and Safety is integral to everything we do at BC Transit and this team takes great pride in continuously improving current practices so that we meet or, in many cases, exceed guidelines and regulations.

BC Transit is committed to continuous improvement, and the OHS Department is building and implementing a new SMS that will enable us to be more proactive in preventing injuries and predict when the injuries are most likely to happen.

In joining our team, you will be working with all facets of BC Transit and provide your insights in creating a safer work environment and share your ideas on how to continuously improve overall safety.

For additional information about the full accountabilities of this position please review the Occupational Health and Safety Officer Job Description .

Post secondary diploma in a related field.

Five years related experience in the Occupational Health and Safety field including experience in incident investigation, workplace hazard identification and mitigation.

Certification as a Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) would be considered an asset.

Comprehensive medical, dental and group plan benefits through Pacific Blue Cross to cover you and your family, during moments that matter
Membership in a "Gold Plated" defined contribution pension plan with BC Public Service (PSPP), meaning it's the best in the Province and one of the best in the country; Access to Fitness and Lifestyle Centers to prioritize personal wellness and help you take care of your physical fitness and health
Various programs that support employees such as an Employee Assistance Program and Health and Wellness initiatives and events aimed at promoting your mental health
A complimentary employee Bus Pass (plus taxable dependent passes)
A Corporate Learning and Development Program to help you in your continuous career growth and achieving your full potential
Social Club events so you can connect with people in your community, with purpose

An eligibility list for future full time regular and temporary full time vacancies may be established

If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know how we can assist you by contacting .BC Transit is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

At BC Transit, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace;