EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
The requirements for this job are typically acquired through a diploma in a safety-related discipline, plus a Canadian Registered Safety Professional designation or equivalent plus 5 years of related progressive experience.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Advanced knowledge of the concepts, principles, practices, and techniques pertaining to safety such as WorkSafe BC regulations.
Advanced knowledge of the relevant policies, legislation, and legal terminology.
Excellent prioritizing, organizing and time management skills and ability to manage multiple projects. Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision as well as in a team environment and demonstrate flexibility in providing advice on an on-call basis.
Advanced communication and interpersonal skills to conduct complex investigations, provide an advanced level of advice, lead committees, and liaise with regulatory agencies.
Advanced analytical skills to investigate accidents and critical incidents, analyze and document findings, and compile and analyze statistics.
Solid problem-solving skills to determine cause of complex accidents and critical incidents, and to develop/recommend corrective action.
Advanced working knowledge of standard office software, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software and web-based systems.
Supervisory experience in an unionized environment is an asset.
