Job Description

Director of Health, Safety & Environment
Real Estate Development
Multifamily Residential, Highrise
Kelowna, BC
$125,000 - $175,000 (+)

Our client, the Okanagan\xe2\x80\x99s leading Real Estate Developer is looking for a Director of Health, Safety & Environment to join their growing business.

Director of Health, Safety & Environment Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage the health and safety program, including standard operating procedures, best practices, and policies.
• Champion training initiatives to mitigate risk, optimize workers\xe2\x80\x99 health and safety, and foster a positive health and safety culture.
• Lead and participate in workplace audits and investigations of safety concerns, incidents, and accidents.
• Lead a team of safety professionals that includes hiring, performance management, mentoring, and career development.
• Engage with the leadership team and execute on identified safety measures.
• Conduct thorough safety audits and risk assessments on a regular basis to proactively identify potential health and safety hazards, and promptly suggest and implement effective mitigation measures to maintain a safe working environment.
• Establish and cultivate positive relationships with key regulatory bodies to stay informed and compliant with evolving health and safety regulations, and proactively address any regulatory requirements to maintain a safe and compliant work environment.
• Engage with multiple stakeholders in the business to ensure the safety program is applicable and meets/exceeds the required standards of the function.
• Ensure MGC maintains its COR status.
• Ensure MGC\'s WorksafeBC rebates are maximized.
• Partner with IT to determine software requirements for tracking, analyzing, and reporting on accidents and incidents.
• Provide quarterly safety reports by analyzing data to find trends and identify opportunities for improvement in safety procedures
• Develop corporate training initiatives on issues of workplace safety.
• Maintain knowledge of industry best practices and identify emerging trends in health and safety.
• Support the safety team with workplace inspections to ensure that equipment, materials, and processes do not present a safety or health hazard to employees and trades alike.
• Additional responsibilities and duties as required.

Director of Health, Safety & Environment Qualifications:

• 15+ years in a safety leadership position.
• A bachelor\'s degree/college diploma in occupational health and safety, or a similar discipline.
• Experience in residential and/or mixed-rise construction is preferred.
• CRSP designation, or working towards, is preferred.

• Proven skills in leadership and change management.

• Extensive knowledge of current industry safety policies and applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to conduct training.
• Strong leadership skills.

• Good computer skills and experience using MS Office and safety software.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and relationship-building skills.
• Knowledge of construction safety protocols.

Director of Health, Safety & Environment Renumeration:

• Competitive Base pay and annual Bonus program
• Relocation OR Signing Bonus
• Generous vacation and volunteering plans
• Personal and professional development
• Dental care and extended health care
• Annual health spending account
• Paid sick-time
• RRSP matching plan
• Company teambuilding events

Director of Health, Safety & Environment Similar Job Titles:

Director, Health, and Safety
VP, Health, and Safety
Vice President, Health, and Safety
Director, H&S
VP, H&S
VP, HSE
Director, HSE

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Only applicants with the legal right to work in Canada can be considered for this opportunity.
We thank all those who express interest in this opportunity however only those short-listed we be contacted.

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