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Safety & Asset Protection Advisor

Heffley Creek, Kamloops, BC

Our Safety & Asset Protection Advisors make a significant impact on the safety and security of our people and organization. If you are as passionate as we are about the safety of employees and protecting organizational assets, we want you to join us.

We\xe2\x80\x99re looking for a Safety Asset Protection Advisor to join our Heffley Creek division, located in Kamloops, British Columbia. With approximately 250 employees, Heffley Creek Division produces plywood and veneer products, safely and sustainably while producing approximately 180 million square feet of plywood and 28 million square feet of veneer per year, for customers around the world so they can build their homes and their communities.

Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:

• An OHS Certificate or Diploma.
• 3-5 years in a similar role, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Experience working in a Manufacturing or Forestry environment is a strong asset.
• Working knowledge of BC Occupational Health and Safety Regulation and the Workers Compensation Act.
• Ability to facilitate presentations in group settings.
• Ability to apply Health and Safety Management System concepts approach.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Team player and ability to work with and through others at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent active listening.
• Problem-solving and root cause identification.
• Strong analytic and decision-making.
• Ability to influence others and move toward a common vision or goal.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Intermediate knowledge with Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point.

We value diversity at Tolko and know that experience and knowledge come in many forms. Even if you don\'t have all the qualifications above, please apply. We would love to hear your story and have you grow with us.

In this role you will:

• Report to the Plant Manager and leverage your effective communications and technical skills to coach and lead across all roles within the mill.
• Be instrumental in cultivating and promoting a culture of safety, safeguarding our employees and our assets.
• Support and advise Supervisors and Superintendents in managing day-to-day equipment processes, specific safety risks and incident investigations.
• Use your OH&S knowledge to support safety initiatives, investigations and the joint health and safety committee.
• Develop, manage, and administer divisional safety program elements, emergency response plan, fire safety plan.
• Conduct new hire safety orientations.
• Identify opportunities to engage our workforce and help drive the business forward by encouraging team members to live and breathe our safety programs and work procedures.
• Liaise with WorksafeBC, Technical Safety BC, Canadian RTC (Railway), and AON on Site Regulatory Compliance issues.
• Coordinate all safety related training and certifications.
• Facilitate safety audits and COR audits.
• Facilitate and develop site specific safe work procedures.
• Be the site administrator of the safety reporting program (CorePoint).

So, what\xe2\x80\x99s in it for you?

• You\xe2\x80\x99ll take on an exciting new challenge with supportive team members.
• You\xe2\x80\x99ll earn a competitive salary based on your skills and experience. The expected base salary range for this position is $76,500 - $102,000 per year.
• You\xe2\x80\x99ll be eligible to participate in Tolko\xe2\x80\x99s bonus program.
• You\xe2\x80\x99ll be eligible for excellent benefits, so you don\xe2\x80\x99t have to choose between your bottom line and your wellbeing or your future.
• You\xe2\x80\x99ll be supported in continued development through on-the-job and classroom training and reimbursement of tuition and membership fees.
• You\xe2\x80\x99ll be part of a positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment.

If you want to work in a sustainable, future focused industry, there is no better place than Tolko. Our family has been producing innovative forest products for over 65 years. Our focus remains on sustainably managing our forests and our business for upcoming generations.

We want YOU to join our family. Come Grow Here! Apply today at

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About Kamloops

Kamloops is located in the interior of British Columbia in the scenic Thompson Valley. It is a vibrant city with a population of over 98,000 people. Kamloops is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, including mountains, lakes, and rivers, making it an ideal place for hiking, biking, fishing, and skiing. The region has 80 municipal and provincial parks, 13 golf courses, and a world class ski resort. Kamloops offers all amenities including affordable housing, safe neighborhoods, a thriving arts culture, and excellent schools.

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