Health, Safety & Environment Coordinator

British Columbia Institute of Technology

$80K — $86K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Occupational Health and Safety required.
  • Valid driver's license is a must.
  • Minimum two years relevant experience in Occupational Health and Safety roles.
  • At least one year experience in exposure monitoring and various safety methods.
  • Proficient in word processing and database software.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain Occupational Health and Safety programs as per BCIT policy.
  • Assist departments in creating safety plans and procedures for specific areas.
  • Act as a resource in Occupational Health and Safety Committee meetings.
  • Evaluate occupational exposures using qualitative and quantitative methods.
  • Help develop measures to mitigate health and safety issues.

Benefits

  • Minimum fifteen days of vacation per year.
  • Employer-paid health and dental plan with a Health Care Spending Account.
  • Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions.
  • Flexible hybrid work options available.
  • Access to professional development resources and funding.
Full Job Description
Position Details

Position Information

Position Title
Health, Safety & Environment Coordinator

Position Summary

BCIT's Health, Safety & Environment department is seeking a regular, full-time (1.0 FTE) Health, Safety & Environment Coordinator. This position provides guidance and direction regarding the interpretation, administration and implementation of Occupational Health and Safety policies, programs and procedures to ensure the health and safety of staff, students and visitors, and that facilities, property, equipment and procedures comply with Campus policy and statutory requirements.

Duties & Responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Develops, implements and maintains BCIT Occupational Health and Safety programs as required by BCIT policy, the Worker's Compensation Board Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, and other appropriate legislation.
  • Assists departments in developing safety plans and safe work procedures for specific work areas and/or work activities.
  • Attends and acts as resource at various Occupational Health and Safety Committee meetings.
  • Assists with the characterization of occupational exposures to hazards through a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods to determine health risks and regulatory compliance.
  • Assists with the development of control measures to mitigate occupational health and safety issues via elimination, engineering, administrative, or personal protective methods.
  • Assists with implementing the BCIT incident investigation program, including helping to conduct incident investigations, auditing incident investigation report and ensuring completion and submission of documentation related to WCB and Institute insurance programs.
  • Performs ergonomic assessments for the BCIT community, and coordinates annual fire drills.
  • Develops and administers education/training materials/sessions for the BCIT community related to Occupational Health and Safety programs.
  • Maintains a highly visible presence on campus during the completion of the above tasks.
  • Participates in Records Custodian training and remains current with record keeping practices, policies and procedures (both BCIT and FOIPOP).
  • Undertakes related duties as assigned, consistent with the job grade of this position.


Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:
Definition: The qualifications section for this position was developed using the approved job evaluation plan, agreed to between the BCGEU and BCIT. The qualifications represent the minimum qualifications required in the future (i.e. to be reflected in job postings) and do not reflect the incumbent's existing qualifications.

Education:
  • A Master's degree in Occupational Health and Safety.


License(s)/Certifications(s):
  • Must have valid driver's license.


Experience:
  • Two years of general experience in a similar, relevant Occupational Health and Safety position working with applicable legislation
  • One year of experience in occupational exposure monitoring methods, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), laboratory safety, ergonomics, hearing conservation, asbestos management, lead management, indoor air quality, confined space entry, fall protection, protective equipment, fire safety, electrical safety and environmental management.


Software/Computer Application(s) and Expertise:
  • Advanced word processing and database skills.


Communication/Interpersonal Skills:
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written).
  • Strong analytical reasoning and problem solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of a team.


Other Skills/Abilities:
  • Knowledge of Workers' Compensation Board Occupational Health and Safety regulations, Workers' Compensations Act and applicable municipal, provincial and federal regulations.


Additional Information

Benefits - Why you'd love working with us

  • Competitive pay
  • Minimum of fifteen days of vacation prorated per year
  • Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan including access to a Health Care Spending Account of up to $325 if eligible!
  • Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
  • Flexible hybrid work arrangements available
  • Professional Development funds and resources
  • Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge
  • Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
  • Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more
  • Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time. For more information on our generous benefits, click here!


Salary Range
Salary Range: $80,568 - 86,721 per annum.

Additional Salary Information

External hires are initially placed at the minimum of the salary range with set progressions to the maximum as per the Collective Agreement. Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment.

Position Details

Posting Category
Administration

Department 2
SSEM

Campus Location
Burnaby campus

Bargaining Unit
BCGEU Support Staff

Job Status
Regular

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time

Number of Vacancies
1

Anticipated Start Date
07/27/2026

Anticipated End Date

Competition Information

Competition Number
26B030

Competition Open Date
07/11/2026

Competition Close Date
07/25/2026

Open Until Filled?
No

Quicklink for Posting
https://careers.bcit.ca/postings/10530

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